Deputy Probation Officer I

Definition and Class Characteristics

TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES FOR DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I BSCC WRITTEN EXAM

FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026

INTERVIEWS :

WEEK OF JUNE 4, 2026 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOWS OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS.

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IF YOU APPLY NOW, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES POSTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THOSE DATES PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD.

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WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED IN NEVADA COUNTY - NO REMOTE TESTING

Join the Nevada County Probation team and benefit our community by supporting the courts and fostering positive change in the individuals we serve! As a Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) you will: Collaborate with Nevada County Superior Court, law enforcement partners, and other Health & Human Services departments. Investigate, supervise and support adult and juvenile clients in becoming productive members of the community. Recommend sentencing to the Courts and provide for the rehabilitation of clients. The ideal DPO candidate will be: Enthusiastic about the Probation Department's mission. A collaborative participant in department projects. A motivating force to help clients achieve goals through evidence-based practices. Deputy Probation Officer I is the preparative class of the series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. Deputy Probation Officer II is the advanced journey level in the class series. Incumbents are fully qualified to autonomously perform the full range of duties and exercise considerable independent judgment in providing supervision and counseling to a caseload of clients, conducting pre-court investigations, and recommending sentencing to the Courts. Work with one of the top probation departments in California! The Nevada County Probation Department conducts research to provide evidence-based programming for clients in the criminal justice system. Nevada County Probation prides itself in having the lowest prison recidivism rate in the state. The department works closely with the Nevada County Superior Court, treatment providers, law enforcement, and justice partners inside and outside of the County. Numerous Probation employees have earned awards at the state level for their hard work and dedication to the field. Much of this is due to the focus on hiring quality individuals combined with an emphasis on professional training. Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to: Flexible schedules and telework options, depending on program needs Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 14 Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care Account (DCA) 529 Education Savings Plan Deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options CalPERS retirement Why Nevada County? Nevada County leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy. The County of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. To read the full job description, click here . Education and Experience Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminology or one of the behavioral or social sciences or a related field. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Compliance with all relevant pre- and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including: Arrest, search and seizure certification and State Board of Corrections mandated core training within twelve months of employment. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. Health Insurance Plans Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser

HMO PERS

Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum

PPO PORAC

(Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through

Voya:

Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:

Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov Deputy Probation Officer

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TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES FOR DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I BSCC WRITTEN EXAM

FRIDAY, MAY 22, 2026

INTERVIEWS :

WEEK OF JUNE 4, 2026 ADVANCED NOTICE OF TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES ALLOWS OUR CANDIDATES THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADJUST SCHEDULES FOR PARTICIPATION IN OUR EXAMINATION PROCESS.

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IF YOU APPLY NOW, PLEASE PLAN TO BE AVAILABLE ON THE TESTING AND INTERVIEW DATES POSTED ABOVE. IF YOU ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON THOSE DATES PLEASE PLAN TO APPLY IN A FUTURE RECRUITMENT PERIOD.

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WRITTEN EXAM IS SCHEDULED IN NEVADA COUNTY - NO REMOTE TESTING

Join the Nevada County Probation team and benefit our community by supporting the courts and fostering positive change in the individuals we serve! As a Deputy Probation Officer (DPO) you will: Collaborate with Nevada County Superior Court, law enforcement partners, and other Health & Human Services departments. Investigate, supervise and support adult and juvenile clients in becoming productive members of the community. Recommend sentencing to the Courts and provide for the rehabilitation of clients. The ideal DPO candidate will be: Enthusiastic about the Probation Department's mission. A collaborative participant in department projects. A motivating force to help clients achieve goals through evidence-based practices. Deputy Probation Officer I is the preparative class of the series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity. Deputy Probation Officer II is the advanced journey level in the class series. Incumbents are fully qualified to autonomously perform the full range of duties and exercise considerable independent judgment in providing supervision and counseling to a caseload of clients, conducting pre-court investigations, and recommending sentencing to the Courts. Work with one of the top probation departments in California! The Nevada County Probation Department conducts research to provide evidence-based programming for clients in the criminal justice system. Nevada County Probation prides itself in having the lowest prison recidivism rate in the state. The department works closely with the Nevada County Superior Court, treatment providers, law enforcement, and justice partners inside and outside of the County. Numerous Probation employees have earned awards at the state level for their hard work and dedication to the field. Much of this is due to the focus on hiring quality individuals combined with an emphasis on professional training. Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to: Flexible schedules and telework options, depending on program needs Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 14 Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care Account (DCA) 529 Education Savings Plan Deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options CalPERS retirement Why Nevada County? Nevada County leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy. The County of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. To read the full job description, click here . Education and Experience Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in criminology or one of the behavioral or social sciences or a related field. Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire. Compliance with all relevant pre- and post-employment training requirements of Penal Code sections 830 through 832 and section 6035, including: Arrest, search and seizure certification and State Board of Corrections mandated core training within twelve months of employment. Benefits Guide The Benefits Guide is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) for additional benefit information. Health Insurance The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs. Health Insurance Plans Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO Blue Shield Trio HMO Kaiser

HMO PERS

Gold PPO (County sponsored plan) PERS Platinum

PPO PORAC

(Available to PORAC members only) Flexible Spending Accounts The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA. Life Insurance Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through

Voya:

Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Basic Term Life Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans Optional Dependent Term Life Optional Term Life Dental & Vision Insurance Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider. Retirement The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:

Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62 CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2 Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov www.nevadacountyca.gov