Job Description

The Position

This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5{​{:}}00pm on{​{:

}}1/31/25, 3/28/25, 5/30/25, 7/25/25, 9/26/25, 11/26/

25Under supervision, learns to apply the principles and techniques of probation work; supervises and counsels individuals detained in, committed to, or sheltered in one of several County juvenile institutions; supervises minors assigned to Work Project; and provides close supervision of minors placed on home supervisio

n.The following links provide additional information regarding the hiring process with the Sacramento County Probation Department{​{

:}}How to Ap

plyEmployment

FAQExamples Of Knowledge And Abilit

iesKnowledge

• ofPrinciples and techniques applicable to the care and rehabilitation of juvenile delinque
• ntsThe growth, development, needs and problems of min
• orsSymptoms of behavior disord
• ersGroup dynam
• icsApplicable laws, rules, codes, standards and regulations governing care and treatment of juveniles in juvenile hall, camps, ranches or scho
• olsPrinciples of investigation and laws governing search, seizure and preservation of evide
• nceCounseling techniq
• uesBasic housekeeping techniq
• uesHygienic standa
• rdsMotivational techniq
• uesCrisis intervention techniq
• uesSelf-defense techniq
• uesArrest procedu
• resAppropriate use of force and security techniq
• uesRights and liabilities of peace offic
• ersOffice procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignm
• entEnglish usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuat
  
  

ionAbility

• toSecure the respect and confidence of adolesce
• ntsCope with hostility and aggressive behav
• iorWork well as a member of a t
• eamExercise good judgment and act calmly in emergency situati
• onsRecognize subtle changes in behav
• iorCommunicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writ
• ingAnalyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of act
• ionEffectively organize and prioritize work assignme
• ntsPrepare concise and clear repo
• rtsMaintain reco
• rdsCommunicate with individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrou
• ndsEstablish and maintain effective working relationsh
  
  

ipsEmployment Qualificati

onsMinimum Qualificati

onsGraduation from an accredited four year college or university, preferably with a degree in criminal justice, social or another behavioral scien

ce.Up to one year of the required education may be substituted by experience in full-time, or equivalent part-time, paid law enforcement or correctional work in a probation or parole agency, or correctional institution on the basis of 173.6 hours = 21.7 days = 1 work month = 3 semester or 4.5 quarter uni

ts.Note{​{:}} If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this not

ice.Note{​{:}} If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirem

ents.General Qualifica

tionsCriminal History and Background Checks{​{:}} Appointees must pass a criminal history and background check, and pursuant to California Government Code, Section 1029, the conviction of a felony is grounds for disqualification from an appointment. Pursuant to Sacramento County Civil Service Rules, candidates found to have been convicted of a felony will be disqual

ified.License Requirement{​{:}} A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, shall be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case

basis.Compliance with Government Code{​{:}} Incumbents appointed to this class shall meet the minimum standards set forth in California Government Code, Secti

on 1031.Certification Requirement{​{:}} Satisfactory completion of required P.O.S.T. training for Probation Officers as specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code must be completed within one year after appointment as an Assistant Probation Officer. In addition, all appointees shall also be required to complete any other P.O.S.T. or other training required by law or by the de

partment.Physical Requirem

ents{​{:}}Positions in this class require the incumbents to be ab

• le to{​{:}}Frequently stand, walk, run, stoop, bend and cl
• imb stairs.Lift individuals, which requires strength, coordination, endurance, a
  
  

nd agility.Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-

case basis.Working Cond

itions{​{:}}Positions in this class require the incumb

• ents to{​{:}}Work irregular hours, including holidays
• and weekends.Occasionally have contact with hostile
• individuals.Be subjected to physical and verbal abuse while restraining
  
  

individuals.The probationary period for this class ification i s twelve

(12) months. Application and Testin

g Informati

onAPPLICATIONQualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment ap plication b y 5{​{:}}00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click

here to apply.County

of SacramentoDepartment of Pers

onnel ServicesEmployment Ser

vices Division700 H Str

eet, Room 4667Sacram

ento, CA 95814Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California

Relay ServiceEmail EmployOffice

@Saccounty.netInter-Office Mail Cod

e{​{:}} 09-4667

• cCountyJobs.netEmployment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5{​{:}}00 p.m. on th
• e cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5{​{:}}00 p.m. on
• the cut-off date.Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of
• the cut-off date.Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will
• be disqualified.A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on
  
  

the application.SUPPLEMEN

TAL QUESTIONNAIREApplicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive

in your r esponse.Note{​{:}} Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will

• not be considered.Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5{​{:}}00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5{​{:}}00 p.m.
• on the cut-off date.The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subj
• ect to verification.Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed informatio
• n for each question.If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the q
• uestions completely.Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of compl
• eting each question.If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the a
• ppropriate question.For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet
• has been submitted.If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, det
  
  

ailed, and complete.FORMULA RATE EXAMINA

TION (Weighted 100%)All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formu

la Rate Examination.This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employmen

t list for this job.All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained f

rom the examination.FREQUE

NTLY ASKED QUESTIONSClick here for Frequently Ask

ed Questions (FAQ's)For information regard

• ing County jobs{​{:}} w
  
  

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nsformational change.We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Trial period, Felony friendly, Weekend work,

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