Deputy Probation Officer (Entry)

THE POSITION

The Probation Department believes that its employees are the most valuable resource.

Deputy Probation Officers in Solano County provide supervision and investigatory services of both juveniles and adults. The overarching goal of the Probation Department is to reduce recidivism through positive behavior change.

The entry level Deputy Probation Officer is expected to learn procedures and methods of effective probation casework. Assignments are generally limited in scope and performed with direction from higher level employees. Training is provided with the intent for advancement to the journey level.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

This class specification represents the core area of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Learns to conduct pre sentence investigations of adults and juveniles by interviewing the offender, the family, and others concerned to assess potential for success under probation supervision, to report progress while under supervision or to recommend sentences; maintains detailed records of visits with offenders; conducts in-depth information analysis and assessment of each case; reviews documents; evaluates violations of court orders; determines appropriate placement; recommends restitution; identifies treatment options; prepares reports.
• Learns to gather information for the court in making a pretrial release decision, including conducting an objective pretrial risk assessment to evaluate risk of flight and re-offense.
• Learns to prepare a social history of the offender for the Court; to interpret findings, to review the Penal Code to determine aggravating and mitigating circumstances of the crime; to recommend a plan of sentencing, placement and rehabilitation; and to compose correspondence and complex reports for Court use.

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Position Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: No experience is required.

Note:

While a degree in a specific field is not required, the possession of Bachelor’s degree or higher in on the one following fields is desired and may be a factor considered during the rating and/or selection process: criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology or a closely related field.

LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required.
• Employees assigned to an armed unit must obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification prior to assignment and must maintain the certification while assigned to the unit.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS
04/12/2024 – 5:00 PM Deadline to submit application and required documents
Week of 05/06 or 05/13 - Tentative date for mandatory informational session and written exam

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the final filing date. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Deputy Probation Officer Entry) and the recruitment number (24-512020-01) in your email or fax.

Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position. All candidates must submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date will be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Deputy Probation Officer Entry) and the recruitment number (24-512020-01) in your email or fax.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents of this class have limited Peace Officer powers as delineated in the California Penal Code and must therefore meet training requirements within required time limits, in accordance with Penal Code Section 832.Peace Officers must meet minimum standards concerning citizenship, age, character, education and physical/mental condition as set forth in Section 1031 of the California government Code.Must complete the Probation Core Course certified by the California Corrections Standards Authority within twelve (12) months.Incumbents in the Deputy Probation Officer (Entry) class serve a twelve (12) month probationary period.Employees assigned to an armed unit must obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification prior to assignment and must maintain the certification while assigned to the unit.Must pass a physical exam and psychological exam as a condition of hire.

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE. Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following .

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $34.74 - $42.23 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Fairfield, CA 94533: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person