Hybrid Senior Deputy Probation Officer - Department Promotional - Probation bei Kern County, CA

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree preferably in the behavioral sciences, supplemented by course study that provides comprehensive knowledge of the criminal justice system and two years of experience in Probation or Parole work, one of which must be equivalent to a Deputy Probation Officer II or a Juvenile Corrections Officer III in the Kern County Probation Department.

A valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment; specialized licenses may be required depending upon assignment.

Incumbents may be required to carry firearms while on duty and to pass a monthly firearms qualification examination.

Medical Examination: A thorough physical and psychological evaluation is required. Applicants state of health must be consistent with the ability to perform the duties of the position as demonstrated by meeting the Board of Corrections guidelines for vision, hearing and medical screening. Applicants must be free from conditions which would prevent them from performing the work required of a Deputy Probation Officer.

Character: Applicants must meet the minimum Peace Officer Standards as defined in the California Penal Code, Section 830.5 and the California Government Code, Sections 1029 and 1031. Applicants must have a reputation of honesty and trust worthiness. A felony conviction will be disqualifying and convictions for misdemeanors and traffic offenses will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Appointees will be fingerprinted and will be required to pass an extensive background investigation.

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Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
 

This is a department promotional examination for qualifying employees of the Kern County Probation Department. This examination will establish an eligible list from which an immediate appointment will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.