Supervising Deputy Probation Officer chez County of San Benito, CA

About the Department

DEFINITION:
 
Under general direction, to serve as a unit supervisor responsible for supervising, training,  scheduling and evaluating the work of a group of subordinate probation officers and/or to perform the most difficult, complex and specialized probation casework; or to serve as a shift supervisor at the County Juvenile Hall; to assist with the management and planning of Juvenile Hall operations; to supervise the custody, rehabilitation, health care, safety, security, and daily living activities of justice involved youth in the County Juvenile Hall; to counsel youth and monitor progress in meeting counseling objectives; juvenile institution staff and hall; and to do other work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
 
This is the first line supervisor and advanced journey level class.  Incumbents assigned to the Field Division serve as a unit supervisor or perform the most complex, difficult and specialized casework and are responsible for supervising, training, scheduling and evaluating the work of a group of probation officers. Incumbents assigned to the Custody Division have the shift supervisor responsibilities, supervising and coordinating the activities of the Juvenile Institutions Officers and may also perform Juvenile Institutions Officer’s assignments on a work shift.  Depending on assignment, incumbents may travel within the State and work non-traditional workweek.  Incumbents are required to annually complete mandated Standards and Training for Corrections program requirements.

 

Position Duties

EXAMPLES OF  DUTIES:
Duties include but are not limited to those described below. Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.
 
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer assigned to Field Duties:
Plans, assigns, trains and review and evaluates the work of professionals engaged in the pre-sentence dispositional investigations, juvenile and adult supervision, juvenile placement, electronic monitoring, specialized intensive casework and other probation services; establishes performance standards, provides models, examples and resource materials for subordinates; provides consultation and guidance to peers and staff to solve difficult casework problems; implements new programs grants or specially funded projects; prepares and updates procedural manuals; develops procedures and forms; conducts the most complex and difficult dispositional or pre-sentence investigations of adults and juveniles, prepares evaluation so the offender and the circumstances of offense, and makes determinate sentencing and other recommendations focusing on protection of the community and rehabilitation and potential behavior modifications of the offender; in conjunction with direct service providers, writes treatment plans for offenders in the areas of medical, mental health, employment, education and substance abuse; assesses the effectiveness of treatment plans and keeps direct service providers apprised of progress or problems; serves as an information and referral source for offenders; assesses children and families for risk factors that could lead to out-of-home placement; provides placement prevention
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer services; places and monitors wards in out-of-home placement; manages difficult and complex specialized caseloads; keeps abreast of changes in laws and regulations and makes appropriate changes to work processes; assists in planning and implementing intra-departmental workflow and policy procedural changes; coordinates work with other professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, therapists, district attorneys, public defenders, educators, medical specialists and others; serves as a departmental programs and policies to the public; evaluates units’ system and operational and recommends and assists in implementing automated systems; accesses and analyze date using a computer.
 
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer assigned to Custody Duties:
Serves as shift supervisor, overseeing, coordinating, and supervising the work and activities of 
Juvenile Institution Officers during an assigned shift; provides staff training; provides staff consultation and resolves problems during an assigned shift; has general responsibility for the operation of the Juvenile Hall during the absence of the Juvenile Hall Superintendent; evaluates and discusses performance of assigned staff; advises and participates in the development and implementation of ward rehabilitation and treatment programs; plans, organizes, and supervises a program of work, study, and recreation for delinquent or emotionally disturbed wards; monitors daily activities of juvenile wards; supervises and instructs juveniles in work and leisure activities, including housekeeping chores and personal hygiene; conducts individual and group counseling sessions, developing goals and objectives to modify ward's behavior; monitors effectiveness and consistency of the behavior modification efforts; maintains and prepares records and reports; discusses juvenile cases with probation staff; monitors and assesses the effectiveness of the medication dispensing system; monitors and assesses the cost-effectiveness of daily diet and nutritional plans; may be required to perform emergency medical care; assists with general staff development of Juvenile Hall employees; discusses shift activities and exchanges relevant information with other staff; may be delegated special projects or assignments as needed; may be required to perform the full scope of Juvenile Institution Officer's assignments as needed.
 

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
 
Experience:    
Two (2) years of experience supervising or counseling youth comparable to a Juvenile Institution Officer II with San Benito County
OR 
Two (2) years of experience as a Probation/Parole Officer performing responsible probation casework duties comparable to that of a Deputy Probation Officer with San Benito County.
 
License:  Possession of a valid California operator’s license issued by the State of California    Department of Motor Vehicles.
 
Special Requirements:  

1. Ability to work shift work, after hours, including weekends and holidays and irregular hours as necessary.
2. Completed mandated Standards and Training for Corrections Program.
3. Completion of P.C. 832 Laws of Arrest within the first year of employment.
4. Completion of Transfer Core Academy within the first year of employment, as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications Cont.
 

1. Pass STC Supervisor Core Course within the first year of employment.
2. Possession of, or the ability to obtain, valid First Aid and CPR certificates.
3. Comprehensive background investigation, which includes physical and psychological evaluations.

 
 
Desirable Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral science, criminal justice or closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.  
 

Other Qualifications

Knowledge of:
Basic interviewing techniques; general goals and purpose of adult and juvenile probation programs and the criminal justice system; knowledge of behavior problems of juveniles and adults; knowledge of chemical dependency verbal communication; use of electronic monitoring equipment, pepper spray, mace, and two-way radio communications; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, FAX, and other related peripheral equipment such as printers and scanners; functions, policies, and procedures of the County Juvenile Hall and Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Title 15 and 24 Regulations and Office of Youth and Community Restoration (OYCR) Requirements; principles of supervision, training, and employee evaluation psychodynamics and physical manifestations of chemical dependency; program planning and monitoring techniques; behavior problems of youth; care and custody of justice involved youth; individual and group counseling techniques; behavior modification techniques; First Aid and emergency medical practices and procedures.
 
Ability to: 
Learn the basic principles of probation case monitoring; learn and apply the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to probation work; learn appropriate interviewing techniques; cope with hostile and aggressive behavior in stressful situations; locate, identify, and correct inaccurate or incomplete information; make referrals to appropriate agencies and social service programs; exercise sound judgment when dealing with probationers within established procedures and regulations; communicate effectively verbally and in writing with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds; establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with the public and staff; follow written and oral directions and instructions; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; ability to manipulate safety equipment such as handcuffs, OC Spray, Taser©, and/or firearm as required by assignment; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort to defend self and deal with violent/aggressive persons; supervise, assign and evaluate the work of probation officers and juvenile institution officers; apply the methods, procedures, and practices used in the care, custody, and detention of youth; counsel, discipline, and control the actions of justice involved youth; recognize health and behavioral problems in youth; effectively respond to emergency or critical situations; deal tactfully and courteously with people from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds; exercise good judgement in handling potentially hostile situations; effectively represent the Juvenile Hall in contacts with the public, other County staff, and other law enforcement agencies;; safely operate a motor vehicle.
 
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to climb, stoop, crouch and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance; reach and lift objects above shoulders; physical ability to sustain extra physical effort for a substantial period of time and restrain detainees; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. Work is performed in an office, courtroom, and outdoor environments; Some work is performed in confined and noisy areas. Continuous contact with staff and the public. Work may involve stressful situations and include dealing with erratic and sometimes threatening behavior; work is performed in varying temperatures; exposure to blood borne pathogens; continuous contact with other staff and the public.

 Disaster Service Workers:  
All San Benito County employees are designated “Disaster Service Workers” through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109 and Emergency Services Chapter 6 via adoption of local Ordinance No. 361 § 1, 2-25-75). As Disaster Service Workers, all County employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable, following significant emergency or disaster. 

In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. 
 

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