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Deputy Probation Officer I/II Job Type:

Full Time Yreka, CA Siskiyou Police Department Salary:

$51,272.00 - $74,505.60

Annually Closing Date:

9/13/2026

Position Summary:

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.

Essential Functions:

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; 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.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in behavioral science, social science, psychology, sociology, criminology or a related field from an accredited college/university. OR; 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; 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. 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.

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