Posting number: 26-19885-02
Department: Probation
Job classification: Supervising Probation Officer
Posting type: Open
Categories: Probation
This recruitment is only open to current San Bernardino County, San Bernardino County Fire Protection District, or Special Districts employees who hold a regular, contract, extra-help, recurrent, Public Service Employee, Work Experience Program (WEX), or intern position. Your County employment must be clearly listed on the work experience section of your application. Former PSE, WEX, or interns are eligible to apply up to six (6) months from the end of their assignment.
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The Probation Department is recruiting for Supervising Probation Officers who perform a wide variety of departmental supervisory duties including organizing, assigning, reviewing and evaluating work performed by Probation Officers and assigned staff. Incumbents conduct orientation or in-service training; explain and interpret departmental policies and procedures; assess staff development needs; and confer with Division Directors regarding assignment of personnel, workload, employee performance and unit problems.
For more detailed information, refer to the Supervising Probation Officer job description.
To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).
Paid time off, health and wellness, professional development, tax savings plan, work-life balance, and retirement
Availability: May be assigned to institutions or special programs and may be assigned shift or variable work, including weekend and holiday hours.
Peace Officer Status: Have peace officer status and must be willing to complete the department's arming training and accept an armed position.
Background: Must meet peace officer requirements (P.C. 832) and pass an extensive background investigation.
Body Art Policy: While on duty, employees shall not have visible body modifications or body art, including but not limited to tattoos, piercings, stretching, branding, beading or implantation, and scarification. All body art must be completely covered while on duty by clothing, a skin-colored patch no larger than three (3) inches by three (3) inches, or skin-colored cosmetic makeup.
Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience as a Probation Officer III within San Bernardino County.
The ideal candidate will possess diverse experience as a Probation Officer and maintain current Peace Officer status. The candidate should have experience in juvenile, adult, and administrative assignments; demonstrate strong leadership skills; and work effectively as a member of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. The candidate must be willing to accept an armed position.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veteran's Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
San Bernardino County is a diverse public service organization serving America’s largest county that for two consecutive years has led the nation in awards for innovation, efficiency, and outstanding public service. We are governed by an elected Board of Supervisors and dedicated to creating a community where nearly 2.2 million residents can prosper and achieve well-being in fulfillment of the Countywide Vision. It is comprised of 42 departments and agencies, which are staffed by more than 23,000 public service professionals who provide a wide range of vital services in the areas of public safety, health care, social services, economic and community development and revitalization, fiscal services, infrastructure, recreation and culture, and internal support.
