Supervising Probation Officer
Job description
Current vacancy is with the Probation Department located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.
Knowledge of - Provisions of the Penal, Welfare and Institutions Codes and other relevant laws and code sections; principles and practices of juvenile and adult probation work, including evidence-based practices; treatment techniques and alternatives; principles of supervision, training, and evaluating performance; counseling and interviewing techniques; training resources; math sufficient to compile and analyze statistical information.
Skill/Ability to – Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; present legal and other information clearly and concisely at court hearings and other agencies; handle crisis and sensitive situations; develop, implement and evaluate program plans; efficiently organize and schedule work of staff; prepare and submit reports and grant proposals; gather and analyze information and make recommendations for caseloads and program plans; work cooperatively with peace officers, public officials, probationers, staff, and the general public; supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate staff.
Conditions of Employment: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment. Prior to employment, applicants who are not currently a peace officer employed with Tulare County Probation Department must successfully pass a medical exam that includes drug and alcohol screening, a psychological evaluation, and a thorough background investigation to determine fitness for the position.
Applicants must meet the minimum Peace Officer Standards as defined in California Government Code Sections 1029 and 1031. Applicants must have a reputation of honesty and trustworthiness. A felony conviction will be disqualifying and convictions for misdemeanors and traffic offenses will be assessed on a case-by case basis. The background investigation will include reports from former employers, educational institutions, law enforcement agencies, or other relevant sources.
As part of the background investigation process, all applicants subject to a background investigation will be required to submit to a CVSA examination. The CVSA examination is used to verify the veracity and accuracy of information submitted by applicants regarding, but not necessarily limited to: use of controlled substances, driving, criminal history, employment history, and other suitability factors. Candidates will be fingerprinted by Live Scan as a required part of the background investigation. Each fingerprint is scanned into a computer database at the Department of Justice and checked against criminal records nationwide. Information received may include charges that have been dismissed.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
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The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.
Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/index.cfm/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.
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