Deputy Probation Officer I​/II

Overview

THE CURRENT VACANCY IS IN THE SHASTA COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT

WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED MONTHLY ON THE THIRD THURSDAY AT 9:00AM AND 5:30PM

(JUNE'S EXAM WILL BE HELD ON THE FOURTH THURSDAY)

SEE “SPECIAL REQUIREMENT” SECTION REGARDING POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED WEEKLY UNTIL POSITIONS ARE FILLED

THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES

FINAL FILING DATE: CONTINUOUS

SALARY INFORMATION

Deputy Probation Officer I: $4,568 - $5,830 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $26.35 - $33.63 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

Deputy Probation Officer II: $5,036 - $6,428 APPROXIMATE MONTHLY* / $29.05 - $37.08 APPROXIMATE HOURLY*

* Please refer to the appropriate Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding for potential future salary increases* Please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-mous

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under general supervision, to investigate, assess, and manage cases involving adult or juvenile offenders; to prepare reports and make recommendations to the courts, to monitor compliance with probation conditions and assist in the rehabilitation of adults or juveniles through prevention services, supervision and guidance; and to perform related work as required.

SPECIAL NOTE
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An individual will be required to pass a background investigation relevant to working in a law enforcement office or facility prior to be hired. Availability for day, swing, and graveyard shifts is required.

Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and filing requirements, applicants may be scheduled for their following process:

Written Examination - Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the written examination process. Exams will be held monthly. Applicants who cannot attend their scheduled exam can reapply and be scheduled for the next available written exam.

NOTE
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The written examination is developed and mandated by the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC). The BSCC has a Candidate Orientation Booklet available to applicants interested in an overview of the exam. You may download a copy of the Candidate Orientation Booklet at the following link:

The BSCC Selection Exam for Local Corrections is a newly developed statewide examination in use by California agencies for the selection of entry-level Adult Corrections Officer (ACO), Juvenile Corrections Officer (JCO), and Probation Officer (PO), effective August 17, 2020. Applicants who have taken the previous version of this exam (BSCC Juvenile Correctional Officer) are unable to transfer test scores, as the new exam version contains updated content and revised scoring criteria.

ABOUT SHASTA COUNTY

Shasta County offers all the amenities of the big city while retaining a comfortable small-town atmosphere. With its natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent educational system, abundance of recreational opportunities, and excellent quality of life, Shasta County is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Probation Department conducts pre-sentence investigations, prepares pre-sentence reports, and makes placement recommendations for juveniles and adults accused of felonies. Following sentencing, the department monitors all individuals given terms of probation. The major divisions and "core" functions of the department are adult and juvenile intake, and adult and juvenile supervision.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Deputy Probation Officer I:
This is the entry and trainee level in the probation officer class series. Although tasks performed are common to those of the next higher level of Deputy Probation Officer II, incumbents are assigned the more routine cases and function within well-defined guidelines under more direct supervision.

Deputy Probation Officer II
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This is the journey level within the probation officer class series. Incumbents in this class will have a basic understanding of probation work and have acquired the essential skills to perform general investigative and case management duties. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of…