Probation Director Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $48,651.20 - $59,820.80 Annually
Location : Government Center - 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA
Job Type: Full Time Regular - Benefited
Job Number: 2026-00056
Department: Probation Department
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description
Under general supervision, performs a variety of support tasks of moderate complexity involving the investigation, supervision and treatment of juveniles and adults referred to probation services utilizing Best Practices and/or Evidence Based Practices; performs support work for the Pretrial Services Unit of the Probation Department; interviews pre-arraignment criminal defendants and/or others to obtain criminal, social and/or other relevant background information; verifies, documents and evaluates the information obtained; identifies the defendant's eligibility for release from custody based on policy and/or law; makes appropriate recommendations to the courts regarding whether or not to release the defendant; prepares required documentation and reports; and performs related or work as required.
DISTINGUSHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a paraprofessional classification within the Probation Department designed to provide specialized and technical support to Probation Officers. Incumbents work initially under close supervision and receive on-the-job-training in basic casework management. As experience is gained, incumbents will receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are expected to otherwise perform the full-range of journey-level tasks association with the position. The work has technical and procedural aspects, requiring the interpretation and application of and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and requirement and regulations. This class is distinguished from Deputy Probation Officer in that the latter is a sworn law enforcement classification with the peace officer authorities.
Example of Duties

• Monitors assigned probation and/or Pretrial caseloads to ensure adherence to conditions of probation and/or Pretrial release.
• Interviews clients and/or criminal defendants, families, and others to obtain accurate and necessary information regarding criminal, social and/or relevant history; reviews arrest reports and other legal documents as needed to facilitate the interview process and to assist in identifying behavior patterns, home environmental problems, and other difficulties.
• Verifies information obtained from defendants and/or others by contacting references, researching available criminal justice databases, and/or contacting various criminal justice agencies as required; checks for local, state, and federal warrants; obtains California Department of Motor Vehicles history as necessary; interprets records as appropriate.
• Compiles, evaluates and assesses information obtained, including observed behavioral indicators that are relevant to eligibility for release; establishes defendant eligibility for release programs, makes recommendations to release defendants utilizing established criteria, legal requirements and educated judgment.
• Prepares complete and accurate reports, court/legal forms, summaries and/or other documents as required; prepares Pretrial packets and other files as assigned; prepares and obtains client/defendant signatures on various documents such as Promise to Appear and/or other forms; transports/transmits paperwork to the courts, criminal justice agencies, or other locations as necessary.
• Responds to inquiries from judges, officers, attorneys and other members of the criminal justice community regarding defendants; facilitates probable cause hearings with on-call judges.
• Schedules and/or notifies defendants for court appearances and hearings based on established calendars; may be required to appear or testify in court.
• Assists in the set-up, maintenance, monitoring of offenders released on electronic monitoring.
• Assists in performing investigations, collecting and gathering evidence, and reporting on findings.
• Gathers data and collects documents as needed for Deputy Probation Officers to prepare recommendations for the Court.
• Reviews probationer's reports and presents written and oral case facts to supervisor.
• Assists with home visits and truancy reduction programs with juvenile offenders.
• Contacts schools and/or employers to determine client's activities and behavior.
• Co-facilitates or assists in the implementation of offender Evidence Based treatment groups.
• Supervises alternatives to detention programs.
• Assists with juvenile placement paperwork.
• Discusses planned treatment programs and available resources with the client and/or family.
• Monitors offender payments and compliance with the County Office of Revenue and Recovery.
• Prepares and maintains case records and reports as directed.
• Conducts special surveys and prepares appropriate reports.
• Tests for alcohol and drug use/abuse.
• Files and delivers court documents.
• Prepares written referrals to treatment providers, and monitors compliance with treatment services.
• Assists with juvenile placement tasks including family finding and inputting data into the information statewide database.
• Arranges transportation and may personally transport clients to various in and out of county placement, including juvenile detention facilities.
• Performs routine clerical duties in connection with program requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Basic principles of human behavior and applied psychology, including issues common to criminal behavior.
Advanced interviewing techniques; Basic court and arrest procedures; Basic research and investigative methods/procedures; Principles and practices of written and oral communication; Language mechanics, report writing and principles of written composition; General computer operations; Practices and procedures associated with the California Penal Code, Vehicle Code, and Welfare and Institutions Code.
Available community resources; Basic record keeping, word processing and data entry programs;
Applicable local, state and federal laws, codes, rules, regulations and ordinances; County and department policies and procedures; Counseling and interviewing techniques; Social, economic and psychological forces contributing to delinquency problems; Principles and practices of data gathering, analysis and presentation; Organizational and time management skills; Proper search techniques and weaponless defense techniques; Principles and practices of data gathering and documentation and report preparation.
English usage sufficient to effectively perform the duties; Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
Ability to:
Interview clients and obtain factual information in stressful situations; listen carefully during interviews to both content and presentation in order to identify questionable information.
Investigate, research and interpret information regarding a client's criminal history, social and other background.
Interpret and apply complex laws, policies and procedures using considerable judgment.
Communicate effectively with a variety of people, both orally and in writing.
Effectively handle difficult situations; work well under pressure.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with a wide variety of people.
Utilize computers to retrieve and enter information.
Analyze situations accurately, use appropriate techniques and tactics to diffuse aggressive or difficult behavior and apply proper defense tactics for protection against assault.
Make oral and written presentations.
Prepare concise, well organized and clearly defined reports using proper grammar.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Read and understand legal documents.
Respect and maintain an oath of confidentiality; follow confidentiality rules and laws.
Work under stress and with a lack of sleep.
Effectively use computer and other electronic devices.
Plan, organize, assign and review work of program participants.
Recognize the signs of alcohol and drug use.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines in stressful situations.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Special Requirements
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.
Service Employees International Union Local 1021
For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision.
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• Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan.
• Available with purchase of a primary residence.
• Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans).
• No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify.
• Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%.
• Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA.

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Boot Allowance: $150 or $175 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech.
Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments. Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications: Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer.
Extra-Hire:
Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance.
Vacation days:
0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year.
After 6 months you can take your first week.
3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year
10 years+ = 160 per year
Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year.
Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%.
Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation.
Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period.
60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling.
Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted. Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step.
Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods..
Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following:

• 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005)
• 6 years
• 10 years
• 15 years
• 20 years
• 25 years

Bi-Lingual pay: $75 per month for specific approved job classifications.
Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually
Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually
Section 125 Plan: Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site.
AFLAC
Heart & Stroke Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Accident Insurance
Universal Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
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CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION:
CalPERS:
CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55
PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62
Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS.
Additional Retirement Plan:
The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan (Pre or Post Tax options). The County utilizes VALIC.
Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month.