Job Description

Posting number: LAC-DPO1 8-2026

Department: County of Los Angeles

Job classification: Law Enforcement

Posting type: Open

Categories: Corrections, Court Administration, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Probation, Criminology, Rehabilitation Services

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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT

Step Into Your Future: Become a Deputy Probation Officer in LA County!

Transform Lives. Build a Career. Make a Lasting Impact.

Are you looking for a career where every day gives you a chance to make a difference? Join the Los Angeles County Probation Department as a Entry Level Probation Officer and discover a workplace filled with opportunity, growth, and purpose.

What You Will Do—And Why You’ll Love It

Lead, mentor, and inspire youth in treatment and detention settings, helping them unlock their potential and choose a brighter future.
Facilitate group activities and workshops that build character, teamwork, and practical life skills. You will be a guide they remember for years.
Provide counseling and support, meeting challenges together while fostering resilience and hope.
Maintain safety and order, ensuring every day offers a secure and supportive space for positive change.
Develop and implement individualized case plans, collaborating closely with social workers, families, and community partners for the best outcomes.
Document progress and prepare reports, celebrating every success and milestone along the way.
Connect youth, families, and educators with essential resources, paving the way for successful reintegration and long-term achievement.
Respond to emergencies and handle behavioral incidents with professionalism and empathy.

Are You Ready?

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
At least 21 years old at time of appointment
No felony convictions and legal eligibility to work in the U.S.

The LA County Advantage

Become a respected peace officer, receive top-notch training, and find limitless opportunities for growth and advancement.
Work with a team dedicated to “Care First, Jails Last,” where your compassion and leadership matter most.

This is more than just a job; it is your opportunity to answer the call and serve your community with pride. Submit your application online and become the hero our community needs. https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/5318662-0/deputy-probation-officer-i-residential-treatment-detention-services

For any questions, reach out to the Probation Examinations & Recruitment Unit at (562) 940-2659 or email examinations@probation.lacounty.gov

Los Angeles County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, promoting diversity and fair hiring for everyone.

About CPS HR Consulting

For over 40 years, CPS HR Consulting has delivered trusted HR solutions that strengthen the public sector.

As a public agency ourselves, we bring unmatched insight into the challenges government organizations face. With 120+ employees and 200+ consultants, we support 2,700+ public agencies, including federal, state, local, special district, higher education, and nonprofit organizations through:

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Workforce planning, succession planning, organizational assessment, change management, performance management, and HR outsourcing.

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Job analysis, exam development, assessment center services, test administration, certification program development, and defensible selection tools.

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Government focused leadership coaching, supervisory training, professional development, and skill building for public employees at all levels.

Organizational Strategy

Strategic planning, organizational redesign, process improvement, and integrated HR solutions that improve agency performance.

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Industry

Consulting & Advisory

Company Size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Sacramento, CA

Year Founded

1985

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