Deputy Probation Officer *Revised

Deputy Probation Officer Revised Print ( Apply ufeff Deputy Probation Officer Revised Salary $92,247.84 - $112,146.48 Annually Location Sacramento, CA Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 27878-B Department Probation Opening Date 05/10/2024 Closing Date 10/9/2026 5:00 PM Pacific + Description + Benefits + Questions The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 8/1/25, 10/3/25, 12/5/25, 4/10/26, 10/9/26 (final) Under general supervision the Deputy Probation Officer performs professional work in the investigation of adult offenders or juvenile court referrals; supervises probationers; participates in the institutional care, custody, treatment, and counseling. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of + Principles and practices of probation work + Principles of social and correctional case and group work + Laws relating to criminal justice + Causes of crime and delinquency + Counseling techniques + Interviewing + Community resources available to probationers + Principles of investigation and laws governing search and seizure and preservation of evidence + Codes, standards and regulations governing care and treatment of juveniles in juvenile halls, camps, ranches or schools + Crisis intervention + Self-defense + Arrest procedures + Appropriate use of force and security techniques + Rights and liabilities of peace officers Ability to + Analyze behavior patterns + Exercise sound judgment in assessment and treatment of probationers + Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others + Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance + Cope with hostility and aggressive behavior + Prepare concise and clear reports + Maintain records + Communicate with individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in social or behavioral sciences. AND Either: One year of full-time paid professional experience in correctional work subsequent to the degree in a County, State or Federal probation, parole or law enforcement agency. Or: One year of social casework experience subsequent to the degree in a County State, or Federal agency. Or: One year as an Assistant Probation Officer (formerly Probation Assistant) with Sacramento County. Or: The equivalent of one (1) year as a Probation Aide (On-Call) with Sacramento County. Note: If the word

Created: 2025-11-18