ASSISTANT CHIEF PROBATION OFFICER

Job Description:

ASSISTANT CHIEF PROBATION OFFICER

Description

Position Description

Final Deadline: Monday, February 24, 2025
Exam #P25/12C35/02MM

Promotional Only
Promotional recruitments are open to current permanent County employees and former employees whose names currently appear on an active Preferred Eligible List (Recall List). Applicants who do not meet this criteria will not be considered.

Department Information
The Probation Department is a law enforcement agency within the County of Monterey, with 5 major divisions: 4 operational divisions (Adult, Juvenile, Juvenile Hall, and Youth Center), and one infrastructure division, Administration, which includes Finance, Personnel, Training, Grants and Contracts, and Technology. The Department has about 300 permanent positions (with the majority being sworn officers), in addition to temporary staff and interns. Probation is a fast-paced environment which requires excellent customer services skills, personal initiative, adaptive thinking, strong ethics and commitment while maintaining a sense of family and camaraderie.

Position Summary

Under general direction, the Assistant Chief Probation Officer assists with the management, administration, direction, and supervision of County Probation Department functions, activities, and programs. In addition, the incumbent coordinates the work of the adult and juvenile functions of the Department, and acts for the Chief probation Officer in the Chief's absence and when delegated to do so.

The tentative interview date is Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess a blend of leadership, managerial, and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of probation practices. The candidate will have a proven track record of identifying issues within probation practices and implementing innovative solutions that result in sustained organizational change and improved outcomes. The successful candidate will also have experience managing and supervising staff, fostering collaboration, and ensuring accountability.

Examples of Duties

May directly supervise an Administrative Assistant, all Probation Division Directors, the Business Technology Analyst, Management Analysts, and the Associate Personnel AnalystServes as the Department Hiring Authority and approves final offers of employment Provides administrative oversight of the Department Personnel and Administrative processes. Manages department personnel issuesConducts or oversees all internal investigations, violations of policy/procedure and recommends appropriate action to the Chief Probation Officer Responsible for disciplinary actions up to and including terminations of employmentCoordinates all personnel issues with Personnel and County Counsel and advises the Chief Probation Officer of final action if it involves matters of discipline, change in policy, or new programs Hears appeals and grievances Responds to citizen complaints. Resolves personnel conflicts Serves as the department Skelly Officer for Peace Officer Bill of Rights processParticipates in departmental budget preparation and fiscal control activities Reviews various developmental phases of the budget, reviews Probation Administration budget expenditures and advises the Chief Probation OfficerSupervises and participates in analytical studies involving organizational and administrative problems; recommends solutions to these problems and improvements in departmental methods and procedures; prepares statistical and other reports on departmental activitiesAssists in the formulation, implementation and enforcement of departmental policies, procedures, and new programsAssists in the formulation and implementation of departmental strategic plans, goals, objectives and outcome measuresRepresents the department at community meetings and events To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website: Assistant Chief Probation Officer

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Thorough Knowledge of: Principles of adult and juvenile probation and rehabilitation Adult and juvenile criminal justice systems relating to probation Federal and State laws, regulations and procedures affecting probation, detention and rehabilitation programs Superior, Municipal and Juvenile Court Procedures involving probation matters Community needs, and public and private community resources Skill and Ability to: Communicate orally and in writing, to effectively present ideas, facts, recommendations, and financial/statistical reportsPlan, organize, and coordinate the work of subordinate staffTrain, supervise and evaluate subordinate staffEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with other county departments, public officials, public and private agencies, community groups and the general public

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

Minimum Qualifications

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of training, education or experience. A typical way to acquire the required knowledge and skills is listed below:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university or equivalent institution, with a bachelor's degree in Administration of Justice, the Behavioral or Social Sciences, Criminology, Public or Business Administration or a closely related field.

AND

Experience:

At least four years of progressively responsible experience in probation work, including three years of professional supervisory, administrative or management experience.

Additional Information

Licenses/Certificates:

Must possess a valid Class C California Driver's License and a good driving record at the time of appointment.

Must meet Government Code 1029, 1029.1, 1031 (minimum standards for peace officers) and Penal Code 830.5 shall apply. Appointees must possess a PC-832 certificate and, obtain within one year of employment, a Standards and Training for Corrections (S.T.C.) Manager/Administrator certificate.

Conditions of Employment:
The required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:

• Satisfactorily meet the standards of Monterey County Probation Department Hiring Authority in the following: Background Investigation, Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Test, Physical Agility Test, and Psychological Evaluation
• Work flexible hours, including shift work, weekends and holidays as required by assignment
• Wear a uniform, carry a firearm and use officer safety equipment as required by assignment
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority
• Obtain a Peace Officer Standards and training (P.O.S.T) certification in Laws of Arrest within one year of appointment.
• Successfully complete, as demonstrated by satisfactory level of proficiency or relevant achievement tests, the Probation Officer Core Course in Standards and Training for Corrections Program within one year from date of appointment.

Probation Officer positions have Peace Officer status, and the following requirements in
Government Code 1029, 1029.1, 1031 and Penal Code 830.5 shall apply. Please note:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED (average standard score of 45, with no score less than 35).
• No felony convictions.

Benefits
Monterey County offers an excellent benefits package. To view the Y Unit Benefit Summary please visit our website Y Unit Benefit Summary Sheet This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

NOTES:
As a condition of employment, prospective employees will be required to submit a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of criminal conviction. Employees must have and show their Social Security Card on the first day of work. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURES

Apply On-Line at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel
Hard copy applications may also be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours,

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:

Monterey County Probation

Attn: Human Resources
20 E. Alisal Street, 2nd Floor
Salinas, CA 93901
Monica Molina Phone: 831-755-3916 FAX: 831-759-7246

The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey employment application
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercises, performance exam, and/or written examination.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMODATION
Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To reques t reasonable accommodation, contact Monica Molina, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 755-3916, or molinaml@countyofmonterey.gov

http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/human-resources/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summary-sheet

Closing Date/Time: 2/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$65.56 - $89.54 Hourly