What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Probation Officer II position at County of Nevada?
Join the Nevada County Probation team and benefit our community by supporting the courts and fostering positive change in the individuals we serve!
As a Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) you will:
- Collaborate with Nevada County Superior Court, law enforcement partners, and other Health & Human Services departments.
- Investigate, supervise and support adult and juvenile clients in becoming productive members of the community.
- Recommend sentencing to the Courts and provide for the rehabilitation of clients.
- Enthusiastic about the Probation Department’s mission.
- A collaborative participant in department projects.
- A motivating force to help clients achieve goals through evidence-based practices.
Deputy Probation Officer II is the advanced journey level in the class series. Incumbents are fully qualified to autonomously perform the full range of duties and exercise considerable independent judgment in providing supervision and counseling to a caseload of clients, conducting pre-court investigations, and recommending sentencing to the Courts.
Work with one of the top probation departments in California! The Nevada County Probation Department conducts research to provide evidence-based programming for clients in the criminal justice system. Nevada County Probation prides itself in having the lowest prison recidivism rate in the state. The department works closely with the Nevada County Superior Court, treatment providers, law enforcement, and justice partners inside and outside of the County. Numerous Probation employees have earned awards at the state level for their hard work and dedication to the field. Much of this is due to the focus on hiring quality individuals combined with an emphasis on professional training.
Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to:
- Flexible schedules and telework options, depending on program needs
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 11 holidays plus 2 floating holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care Account (DCA)
- 529 Education Savings Plan
- Deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options
- CalPERS retirement
The County of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminology or one of the behavioral or social sciences or a related field.
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Equivalent to one year of experience performing duties comparable to a Deputy Probation Officer I.- Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.
Compliance with all relevant pre-and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including:
Arrest, search and seizure certification and State Board of Corrections mandated core training prior to Employment.
Some assignments may require arming and State-mandated training, including PC 832.
Salary : $72,214 - $88,159
