Deputy Probation Officer I Institution

Deputy Probation Officer I -

Institution Job Type:

Full Time Auburn, CA Placer County Sheriff's Office Salary:

$31.54 - $39.41/hour

Position Summary:

The eligible list created by this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies for both temporary/extra-help and permanent positions. Temporary/Extra-help assignments are limited to 28 hours per week with a cap of 999 hours (or 960 hours for CalPERS retired annuitants) in a fiscal year and are not eligible for benefits. Extra-help appointments made from this eligible list may transition to permanent status, should vacancies arise. To provide for the care and custody of incarcerated youth in county institutions; and to provide counseling on an occasional basis to youth wards at the Juvenile Detention Facility.

Essential Functions:

Organize and supervise a group of youth in a custodial setting on a shift in recreational, work, and study activities, including meals, personal hygiene, athletics, and housekeeping chores; confer with supervisory staff regarding medical problems and other issues related to youth. Maintain security and safety of youth and staff in accordance with state and local laws and ordinances, and Department policy and procedures; employ prescribed security measures while directing youths in their daily routine; handle routine disciplinary problems. Make frequent security checks of assigned areas in the facility to safeguard the youth, building, and equipment against disturbances, criminal activity, fires, and other hazards. Admit and release youth upon proper authority; book youth; make detention decisions. Conduct individual and group crisis counseling to modify anti-social behavior and aid youth in making proper adjustments to the detention situation; counsel youth and families in an attempt to create a constructive group social atmosphere. May assist with the development of a treatment plan for detained youth. Communicate with parents, probation officers, police, or other individuals as required. Keep and maintain records; prepare reports; may perform various clerical duties, such as typing and posting of booking records. Escort and transport adults and youth to a variety of locations, including court appearances within the County and in other states. Search minors for weapons, contraband, or narcotics. Serve meals. Lead or participate in group and individual in-service training programs. Perform related duties as required.

Requirements:

No experience is required. Equivalent to an associate's degree (completion of sixty (60) units at an accredited college, with at least nine (9) units in the behavioral sciences, administration of justice, criminal justice, corrections, or a closely related field). Experience as a group or youth counselor, or other paid, full-time experience in related youth work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Must successfully complete Section 832 Penal Code Training (Search and Seizure) within one (1) year from date of hire. Must successfully complete the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core OR Juvenile Institutions Core Course certified by the Board of State and Community Corrections within one (1) year from date of hire. Must successfully complete First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within one (1) year from date of hire. Must maintain valid First Aid and CPR certificates. Employees in this classification are peace officers as defined by section 830.5 of the Penal Code and must satisfy the State of California criteria for peace officer status. Must be at least 21 years of age upon appointment. Must meet minimum standards required for Peace Officers as set forth in Section 1029 and 1031 of the Government Code. Must meet the Board of State and Community Corrections standards in Title 15, Sections 1320-1322. Must pass a background investigation. Must pass a background investigation. Must meet physical standards established for County Safety employees, including a psychological examination that qualifies candidates to carry firearms. May be required to qualify for use of a firearm when assigned to transportation positions.

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