Salary: $77,958.40 - $94,764.80 Annually
Location : Mariposa, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 16-01349
Department: Probation
Opening Date: 09/17/2026
Closing Date: 10/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

DEFINITION
To investigate adult and juvenile cases for probation; to provide professional casework services to adult and juvenile offenders placed on probation and monitor probationers' activities to ensure compliance with court orders; to hand special caseloads and major department projects and/or programs as assigned; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the Deputy Chief or Chief Probation Officer.

Exercises lead direction over professional, technical and clerical staff as assigned.
Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assesses, investigates, reports and presents cases concerning adult and/or juvenile offenders applying for probation.

Assesses client needs and develops case plans to ensure compliance with court orders.

Testifies and presents departmental recommendations for sentencing in court.

Monitors probationers' performance and makes recommendations regarding probation modification, revocation, termination or arrest as necessary.

Monitors and investigates clients at their homes, places of employment and other locations as necessary.

Remains on-call as scheduled for after-hours / weekend duties.

Leads or assists in special departmental programs or projects.

Responds to and resolves inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.

May represent the department at meetings and other functions as necessary; prepares and makes public presentations as required.

Provides training and lead direction of assigned staff; provides advice and assistance as needed.

Conducts background investigations on department job applicants as directed.

May serve as training officer, ensuring all department officers remain current with mandatory training; maintains training records and prepares related reports.

May assist in supervising the daily operations of Juvenile Hall if assigned; assists with juvenile intake, counseling and referral.

May prepare or assist in the preparation of grant requests, surveys, statistical and other special reports.

Performs general office work as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, attending meetings, copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data, etc.
Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Three years of increasingly responsible full-time equivalent experience as a probation, parole or corrections officer; or two years as a Deputy Probation Officer II level in Mariposa County.

Education:
High school or GED equivalency is required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in sociology, criminology, corrections, social services, psychology or closely related field. A copy of your college transcript must be attached to your application unless you are substituting additional qualifying experience (see "Substitution" clause below).

Substitution:
Relevant work experience may be substituted on a year-for- year basis for the education.

Additional Requirements:
Possession of a valid California driver's license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another state if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form.

Possession of a certificate of completion for 200 hours of Basic Probation Officers coursework. A copy of your certificate of completion must be attached to your application.

Completion of or the ability to complete additional training as required by Standards in Training for Corrections (S.T.C.).

Ability to pass a background investigation and psychological evaluation prior to appointment.

PC 832 Arrest, Search, and Seizure training. Documentation showing successful completion of PC 832 training or valid POST Basic Training must be attached to your application.

Firearms Training required if armed.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document.
Supplemental Information

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations, codes and ordinances.

County and departmental policies and procedures.

Principles and practices of adult and juvenile probation work.

Principles of applied psychology and human behavior and their relationship to the causes, extent and control of crime and delinquency.

Casework, case planning and management, including intervention and modification strategies.

Interviewing methods.

Types and services of public and private assistance / support agencies available to probationers.

Principles and practices of law enforcement.

Judicial / court processes and procedures.

Principles of staff training and leadership.

Report and business letter preparation techniques.

Modern office practices and technology, including the use of computers for word processing and records management.

English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Basic arithmetic.

Safe work practices.

Ability to:
Interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations, codes and ordinances, and County / department policies and procedures.

Provide staff training and leadership as assigned.

Understand and follow complex written and oral instructions.

Exercise sound, independent judgment with minimal supervision.

Exercise skilled judgment in the assessment and treatment of probationers.

Provide effective case management.

Analyze written and verbal reports, draw appropriate conclusions, and develop recommendations and action plans.

React quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

Prepare clear and concise reports; maintain detailed records.

Perform mathematical computations with accuracy.

Make effective public presentations.

Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office and field environment; worker drives on surface streets and may be exposed to traffic hazards, adverse weather conditions, extreme heat or cold, wetness, air contaminants, fumes/dust, laboratory solvents and chemicals, skin irritants, violence, above average noise.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires the mobility to work in an office and field environment. Requires the ability to sit at a desk and intermittently walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, run, balance and reach while performing office and field duties; operate a motor vehicle; lift and/or move weights of up to 25 pounds frequently and over 40 pounds occasionally; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. Must be able to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating office and police-issue equipment. Must be able to use a telephone to communicate verbally and a keyboard to communicate through written means, to review information and enter/retrieve data, to see and read characters on a computer screen. Requires the strength and stamina to perform law enforcement duties, including handling firearms and making arrests.
Extra-Help employees are not entitled to County benefits.
01

Possession of a certificate of completion for 200 hours of Basic Probation Officers coursework. A copy of your certificate of completion must be attached to your application.Did you attach your documentation?

• Yes
• No

02

PC 832 Arrest, Search, and Seizure training. Documentation showing successful completion of PC 832 training or valid POST Basic Training must be attached to your application.Did you attach your documentation?

• Yes
• No

03

A copy of your transcripts or degree must be attached to your application unless you are using experience to qualify.Did you attach your degree or transcripts to your application?

• Yes
• No

04

Possession of a valid California driver's license is required for this recruitment. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form. Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05

One of the requirements of this position is a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question