Supervising Probation Officer

County-of-Siskiyo; Yreka (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Siskiyou seeks a Deputy Probation Officer at the first supervisory level to lead probation case work, investigate juvenile delinquency and adult applicants, supervise staff and programs, and prepare court reports. This role emphasizes applying evidence-based practices and coordinating with courts and agencies.

Candidates will conduct counseling, manage an assigned caseload, and ensure compliance while providing training and on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Adept at supervising probation staff and programs.
• Experience in counseling adult/juvenile offenders and families.
• Familiarity with Evidence Based Practices and Motivational Interviewing is desirable.
• Ability to analyze information and prepare court recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Carry an assigned caseload of adult and/or juvenile offenders and prepare reports for the courts.
• Provide supervision, training, and work direction for Deputy Probation Officers and program staff.
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and assessments to determine appropriate placement.
• Deliver individual and group counseling and may coordinate with courts and agencies.

Skills

Supervision of staff

Counseling

Evidence Based Practices

Court reports

Casework

Job description

The County of Siskiyou is an affirmatve action / equal opportunity employer
We welcome applications of any race, religion, or ancestry.

For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule. County Website

Under general supervision, to professional probation case work investigating cases of juvenile delinquency and adult applicants for probation; to supervise probation and assigned programs; to supervise and counsel juveniles and adults on probation; to prepare recommendations and reports for the courts; to counsel wards, and monitor progress in meeting rehabilitative objectives by developing, creating and sustaining a culture that Utilizes Best Practices and the principles of Evidence Based approaches to programs in the corrections and probation field; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the first supervisory level in the Deputy Probation Officer class series. Incumbents are expected to perform the most complex professional probation work with minimal direction and supervision. This class is distinguished from Deputy Probation Officer II and Sr. Deputy Probation Officer by the fact that incumbents exercise full supervisory responsibilities over assigned staff and programs, as well as provide supervision to staff and assigned programs; Utilization and delivery of Evidence Based Practices is expected, as well as ensuring subordinate staff are in compliance.

REPORTS TO

Deputy Chief Probation Officer, Assistant Chief Probation Officer, Chief Probation Officer

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

Sr. Deputy Probation Officer, Deputy Probation Officer I/II, Probation Program Coordinator and Probation Services Specialist.

Carries an assigned caseload in the investigation and supervision of adult and/or juvenile offenders; makes arrests and transports persons in custody for booking; prepares recommendations and reports regarding juveniles and adults for the Superior Courts; provides supervision, training, and work direction for Deputy Probation Officers, Probation Program Coordinator and Probation Services Specialist and assigned programs; coordinate and oversee scheduling of staff and programming; may serve as intake officer determining if a court action is necessary and a petition should be filed; investigates offenses against the law by juveniles and adults; performs crisis counseling as necessary; conducts pre‑sentence investigations and prepares requisite reports; interviews offenders, victims, arresting officers, parents, relatives, school officials, and other persons regarding juvenile and adult offenders; evaluates psychological information and reports, making assessments for appropriate placement of juveniles; conducts individual and group counseling; may prepare special reports; by incorporating and overseeing Evidence Based Practices, including fidelity of EBP programming and effectiveness; facilitates Evidence Based Programs; Provide on-call coverage for detention risk assessment and detention status; utilize data for effective decision making; represents the Probation Department before the Courts presenting detailed oral arguments and position statements; assists the District Attorney’s office with handling juvenile court hearings; may serve as an “on-call” officer for juvenile and adult problems; prepares and submits reports regarding termination of probation, expungement, bail reduction, and bail consideration; makes financial arrangements for the collection and distribution of fines, restitution, and foster care payments; coordinates probation casework assignments with other County staff, community agencies, and other government agencies; may supervise intensive drug cases; attends training programs and maintains current training; responds to citizen complaints and information requests.

Knowledge of:

• Functions, policies, and procedures of the County Probation Department and social service, legal, and law enforcement departments.
• Provisions of Civil, Penal, Welfare and Institutes, Education, Vehicle, and Health and Safety Codes applicable to probation work.
• Principles and methods of adult and juvenile probation work, including casework objectives and methods.
• The County court system and court procedures.
• Behavior problems of juveniles and adults.
• Evidence Based Practices, including Motivational Interviewing
• Care and custody of juvenile wards.
• Individual and group counseling techniques.
• Behavior modification techniques.
• Community resources and agencies available to probationers.
• Psychodynamics and physical manifestations of chemical dependency.
• Principles of supervision, training and work direction.

Desired Skills:

• Apply the methods and practices of adult and juvenile probation work.
• Interpret and apply appropriate provisions of California Codes and laws.
• Gather, organize, and analyze information applicable to the development of probation and court recommendations.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Interview and counsel adult and juvenile offenders, families, and others related to assigned cases.
• Supervise and train assigned probation staff.
• Effectively respond to emergency or critical situations.
• Deal tactfully and courteously with people from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Exercise good judgment in handling potentially hostile situations.
• Drive an automobile to transport adults and juveniles.
• Effectively represent the Probation Department in contacts with the public, other County staff, and other law enforcement agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Any Combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. One year of experience performing professional probation work comparable to a Deputy Probation Officer II with Siskiyou County. Lead work experience is desirable.

Completion of advanced level course work in sociology, psychology, behavior sciences, or a closely related field is highly desirable.

Special Requirements:

Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid and appropriate driver's license and completion of P.C. 832 Training.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to climb, stoop, crouch and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance; reach and lift objects above shoulders; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time to defend self and deal with violent/aggressive persons; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in office, courtroom, and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; some work is performed in confined and noisy areas; continuous contact with other staff and the public.