What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Probation Officer I position at County of Madera?
- Provides counseling and guidance on an individual or group basis; supervises, counsels, supports and encourages successful completion of probation of youth and adult probationers; assesses needs and develops case plans and makes recommendations for the rehabilitation, supervision, and placement of youth and adult probationers; works in collaboration with parents, community-based organizations, local law enforcement agencies, school districts, and other governmental agencies regarding the progress and needs of probationers.
- Continually evaluates performance of probationers; develops and makes recommendations for rehabilitation programs; conducts arrests, takes into custody, and transports persons found to be in violation of terms of probation; assists with intake assignments from law enforcement; collects urine samples for drug testing; participates in surveillance and undercover operations; conducts searches of probationers and property; execute search warrants.
- Performs delinquency prevention duties including crisis intervention, counseling, speaking, and working with local agencies and groups; assist mental health staff with the preparation and presentation of various classes, including parenting and drug abuse classes; may provide some work direction and training for other staff.
- Assists with the conduct of pre-court case investigations; prepares petitions, court reports, and social case histories as necessary; assists with the development and presentation of evidence in cases where trials have been requested; researches case law and interprets statutes; make periodic reports to the court of the progress, development and needs of probationers; inform the court of violations of probationers and recommend action; may make recommendations to dismiss cases when satisfactory adjustments or restitution has been completed.
- Stays current with knowledge related to public safety by attending professional conferences and in-service education programs, as well as by reviewing information obtained from Department memoranda, staff meetings and professional publications to attain and maintain public safety-related knowledge and skills and determine the impact of developments and change on providing service excellence.
- Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the county.
- May represent the department on task forces, committees, or projects; represents the Probation Department to the public, community organizations, and other government agencies; performs a variety of community outreach activities.
- May be assigned disaster service worker responsibilities as directed.
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Counseling techniques, basic principles of applied psychology, and behavior assessment.
- Interviewing, counseling, and investigating techniques.
- Principles of human behavior and behavior modification strategies and techniques for the purpose of identifying at risk people.
- Emergency communication techniques including equipment and its use.
- Security, surveillance, and communication systems and codes.
- The identification, collection, and storage of hazardous, dangerous, and illegal drugs, substances, and other items.
- Use and care of firearms, offensive and defensive weapons and safety measures and self-defense tactics.
- Rules of evidence pertaining to search and seizure and the preservation and presentation of evidence in court.
- Safe driving principles and practices.
- Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work being performed.
- Local geography, County streets, public buildings, and businesses.
- Principles and practices of sound business communication including proper English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Basic principles and practices of organizational improvement and culture change.
- Record keeping and report preparations techniques to ensure department compliance.
- Standard office practices and procedures, and the operations of standard office equipment.
- Use sound judgment and make appropriate decisions in stressful situations and analyze and adapt to new situations quickly.
- Operate and maintain department issued weapons and qualify periodically as mandated bylaw.
- Make effective oral presentations to a variety of audiences with differing levels of knowledge regarding a variety of procedures.
- Utilize law enforcement computer systems, mobile devices and maintain other specialized equipment.
- Operate firearms and other modern law enforcement equipment.
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
- Operate a motor vehicle safely.
- Learn to develop information for the assessment of probation cases.
- Effectively work with assigned probation cases.
- Analyze social, psychological, and criminological information objectively and accurately.
- Learn pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including those governing adult and youth probation operations and services.
- Promote good community relations and build community confidence in the Probation Department.
- Communicate tactfully, respectfully, and effectively with judges, board members, administrators, staff, and the public, both orally and in writing, in a manner consistent with the department's policing and customer service policies.
- Represent the County effectively in dealings with other law enforcement agencies, community and business organizations, the media, and the public.
- Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.
- Develop and maintain an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect, and engagement.
- Recognize signs of danger to people, property and grounds associated with the district, and its surrounding areas.
- Act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
- Qualify to use department issued equipment such as firearms.
- Gather, assemble, evaluate, and analyze facts and investigation reports, draw appropriate conclusions, and develop recommendations.
- Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare reports.
- Interpret, apply, and explain the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
- Meet all pre-employment as well as ongoing requirements pursuant to federal, state, and local legislation.
- Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Effectively communicate with individuals for whom English is not a primary language.
- Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations and concerned people.
- Operate a computer and use standard business software.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the County's vehicle insurance program.
- Ability to complete the PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course.
- Ability to complete the Probation Officer Core Course.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, valid First Aid and CPR/AFD certifications.
- Successful completion of a POST-approved comprehensive background investigation is required, including a review of employment history, criminal conviction record, psychological examination, credit history, use of intoxicants and/or other controlled substances.
- Applicants must pass a medical and psychological evaluation that includes a review of explicit and implicit bias towards race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.
The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training and experience relative to the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible. Only qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process which may be administered by a written examination, oral interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of Human Resources to be appropriate. The Department of Human Resources will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application.
Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications, applicants may be scheduled for the assessment listed below. Passing score is 70% out of 100%.
THE WRITTEN EXAM (PASS/FAIL) IS TENTATIVLY SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MARCH 3, AND IF NECESSARY, TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2025.
THE APPRAISAL PANEL (100%) IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, MARCH 24, AND IF NECESSARY, TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2025.
To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/maderacountyca. All job postings are also included via the TDD phone at 559-675-8970 and the 24-hour job line at 559-675-8685. Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded), licenses, and certificates to your application or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application. For an open recruitment, applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit a copy of their DD-214 form along with the application. Candidates who attain ranking on an eligible list and are involuntarily called to active duty may be considered for eligibility reinstatement upon their return.
PLACEMENT ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST:
The Civil Service Commission may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the examination process. If two or more candidates have the same total final score on an examination, they shall be ranked in order of their scores in that portion of the examination which has the greatest weight. The names of two or more eligibles having final ratings which are identical shall be grouped on the eligible list as tie names with equal rank for certification and appointment purposes. Candidates who are successful in all phases of the examination process will be placed on an eligible list, in rank order based on a calculation of their total score from the examination process. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of six (6) months or one (1) year, unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to section 6-4 (b) and may be extended for up to an additional year by the Commission.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:
As a condition of employment with the County of Madera, a candidate must submit to a Tuberculosis (TB) screening, and related follow up testing as necessary. Designated classifications* are also subject to a medical examination, which includes a review of medical history. TB screenings and medical exams are administered by the Madera County Public Health Department and/or health care professional designated by the County. Designated classifications required to submit to an employment medical examination generally include those that are physical in nature or as may be required by law. If you have any questions about the pre-employment requirements, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (559) 675-7705 or hr@maderacounty.com.
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
You will be required to submit verification of your identity and citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of and as a condition of an offer of employment.
As a condition of employment, all prospective employees shall be required to be fingerprinted (Live Scan) and/or undergo a background investigation.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Madera County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by Federal or State law.
Salary : $59,282 - $72,909
