Deputy Probation Officer I & II

Ukiah, CA
County of Mendocino

Salary: $55,577.60 – $74,505.60 Annually

Closing Date: 1/20/2025

Position Summary:

Deputy Probation Officer I: Under direct supervision, primary responsibilities are to investigate assigned cases, prepare written reports, and make recommendations to the referring court. Work consists of varied and moderately complex professional duties.

Deputy Probation Officer II: Under general supervision, primary responsibilities are to investigate assigned cases, prepare written reports and make recommendations to the referring court. Work consists of varied and moderately complex professional duties.

Essential Functions:

  • Arrange and monitor placement of individuals on probation in rehabilitation, treatment, and/or other programs.
  • Compile, investigate, verify, and present reports on personal, social, educational, financial, health, and/or prior criminal involvement of probationers; present sentencing recommendations in court.
  • Communicate with a wide variety of agencies, probation departments, law enforcement agencies, schools, or other organizations to arrange and maintain needed services for probationers.
  • Intervene in crises; counsel with probationers and/or family members; communicate with involved community and/or private agencies; make referrals.
  • Maintain records; prepare and process various reports and court documents as needed.
  • Perform drug tests following established policies and procedures, including: collecting urine specimens; sending specimens to appropriate laboratory; and monitoring and recording test results.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Associate degree from an accredited college or university in criminal justice, behavioral science, or a related field, and six (6) months of related experience.
  • Penal Code 832 (within first year of job assignment)
  • State Corrections Authority STC Probation Officer Core Course (within first year of job assignment)
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Must be able to meet physical and psychological standards and pass a detailed background investigation.