Job Description

Posting number: 2026-02249

Department: Probation

Division: Probation

Job classification: Deputy Probation Officer I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Probation

DEFINITION
At the direction of the Chief Probation Officer, Deputy Probation Officers investigate cases of adult law violators, juvenile delinquency and/or other court matters; conduct interviews of victims and others regarding these cases; make recommendations to the courts on the disposition of these cases; assist and monitor adults and/or juveniles on court-ordered and/or informal probation to ensure compliance with the conditions of probation; conduct searches of persons and places; seize contraband and property, and effect arrests of persons under their jurisdiction.

Deputy Probation Officer I

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry, training, and first working level in the Deputy Probation Officer class series. Incumbents work under relatively close supervision performing the more basic assignments. This class is distinguished from Deputy Probation Officer II by the fact that incumbents are mainly working in a training and learning capacity under closer guidance and supervision. After demonstration of sufficient skills and sound work habits, an incumbent may be promoted to Deputy Probation Officer II.

REPORTS TO
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer, Assistant Chief Probation Officer, Chief Probation Officer

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.

Deputy Probation Officer II

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the experienced level in the Deputy Probation Officer class series. Incumbents are expected to perform a wide range of professional probation work with minimal direction and supervision. This class is distinguished from Deputy Probation Officer I by the fact that incumbents are expected to perform the full range of assignments with minimal guidance and supervision.

REPORTS TO
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer, Assistant Chief Probation Officer, Chief Probation Officer.

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.

Examples of duties

Deputy Probation Officer I

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.
• Individual and group counseling techniques.
• Interviewing techniques.
• 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.
• Arrest procedures.
• Appropriate use of force and security techniques.
• Rights and liabilities of peace officers.

Desired Skills:

• 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.
• Drive an automobile to transport adults and juveniles.
• Effectively represent the Probation Department in contacts with the public, other County staff, and other law enforcement agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Deputy Probation Officer II

Carries an assigned caseload in the investigation and supervision of adult and/or juvenile offenders; makes arrests and transports persons in custody for booking; prepares recommendations and reports regarding juveniles and adults for the Superior Courts; may serve as intake officer determining if a court action is necessary and a petition should be filed; investigates offenses against the law by juveniles and adults; performs crisis counseling as necessary; conducts pre-sentence investigations and prepares requisite reports; interviews offenders, victims, arresting officers, parents, relatives, school officials, and other persons regarding juvenile and adult offenders; evaluates psychological information and reports, making assessments for appropriate placement of juveniles; conducts individual and group counseling; may prepare special reports; disputes; represents the Probation Department before the courts, presenting detailed oral arguments and position statements; assists the District Attorney's office with handling juvenile court hearings; prepares and submits reports regarding termination of probation, expunge­ment, bail reduction, and bail consideration; makes financial arrangements for the collection and distribution of fines, restitution, and foster care payments; coordinates probation casework assignments with other County staff, community agencies, and other government agencies; may supervise intensive drug cases; attends training programs and maintains current training; responds to citizen complaints and information requests.

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.
• Individual and group counseling techniques.
• Interviewing techniques.
• 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.
• Arrest procedures.
• Appropriate use of force and security techniques.
• Rights and liabilities of peace officers.

Desired skills:

• 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.
• Drive an automobile to transport adults and juveniles.
• Effectively represent the Probation Department in contacts with the public, other County staff, and other law enforcement agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Qualifications

Deputy Probation Officer I

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

Any combination of education, experience and/or training:

1. Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in behavioral science, social science, psychology, sociology, criminology or a related field from an accredited college/university; applicant must complete bachelor’s degree prior to hire date.

OR

2. An associate’s degree from an accredited college/university; OR 60 semester units of academic coursework PLUS two (2) years of experience in custodial care, probation, parole, treatment counseling, correctional, patrol, and/or a criminal investigative field.

OR

3. Three (3) years of experience as a probation aide or comparable classification in custodial care, probation, parole, treatment counseling, correctional, patrol, and/or a criminal investigative field.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid and appropriate driver's license.

• Completion of P.C. 832 Training and 200 hours of STC CORE courses within one year after appointment as a Deputy Probation Officer.

• The County of Siskiyou is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As a condition of employment, applicants are required to undergo and pass drug and alcohol testing and medical examination prior to employment.

• Appointees must pass a criminal history and background check, and, pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony will disqualify you from an appointment.

Deputy Probation Officer II

Any combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably with a degree in social or behavioral science, and subsequent to the degree either:

One year of full-time paid professional probation work comparable to a Deputy Probation Officer I with Siskiyou County, or

One year of experience in a county, state or federal agency.

Special Requirements:

Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid and appropriate driver's license and completion of P.C. 832 Training and 200 hours of STC CORE training.

The County of Siskiyou is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. As a condition of employment, applicants are required to undergo and pass drug and alcohol testing and medical examination prior to employment.

Appointees must pass a criminal history and background check, and, pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony will disqualify you from an appointment.

Supplemental information

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sit for extended periods.
• frequently stand and walk.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to climb, stoop, crouch and kneel.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance; reach and lift objects above shoulders.
• Physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time to defend self and deal with violent/aggressive persons.
• Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
• Verbal communication.
• Use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

Core tasks requiring physical abilities in the field or office include but are not limited to:

• Physically defend yourself using hands, arms, or feet against an attacking probationer or other individual.
• Physically subdue with the help of others a resisting or fleeing probationer.
• Handcuff a non-resisting person.
• Handcuff a resisting person. (Assistance is typically present when this task is performed).
• Run such as to assist others in an emergency or to get to cover. Running is for a short distance, typically 35-50 yards.
• Bend, extend, and twist your body such as when searching probationers, vehicles, and/or placing leg-cuffs or other restraints on a probationer.
• Put an actively resisting person in the seat of a car. (Assistance is typically present when performing this task.)
• Use your hands and fingers to search.
• Assist someone from a prone position on the ground to his/her feet using a lifting motion such as a handcuffed or moderately incapacitated person.
• Perform CPR (this is typically two-person CPR
• Walk up a flight of stairs.
• Run quickly up or down a flight of stairs.
• Drive a car as part of your probation officer duties other than commuting.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in office, courtroom, and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; some work is performed in confined and noisy areas; continuous contact with other staff and the public and driving a vehicle in all types of weather conditions.