County of Sacramento
Assistant Chief Probation Officer
County of Sacramento, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class.
Under general direction, the Assistant Chief Probation Officer plans, organizes, and directs the day‑to‑day activities of all divisions within the Probation Department. The Assistant Chief Probation Officer is also responsible for implementing policy as it is determined by the County Probation Officer; and acting for the County Probation Officer during absences.
Knowledge of
Management principles and methods, including goal setting, program measurements, program development and implementation, and employee supervision
Function, responsibility and authority of County Probation Department
The Welfare and Institution Code, the Penal Code, Health and Safety Code, Government Code, Code of Civil Procedures and other laws and regulations relating to probation operations
The principles and procedures of organizational development, administration, strategic planning
The principles and procedures of budgetary development and monitoring and reporting
Principles and procedures of Management Information Systems
Public relations principles
Principles of grant funding and management
Personnel practices, and supervisory techniques
Public relations techniques
Labor contract negotiation and employee grievances
Ability to
Plan, organize, administer and coordinate the activities of varied probation functions
Evaluate programs and projects and determine outcome measurements
Implement and enforce departmental policies and philosophy
Coordinate the utilization of personnel and other resources within the department
Prepare and administer budgets and plan for equipment, transportation, space, automation, and personnel
Interpret the goals, functions and procedures of the Probation Department to the public
Analyze complex technical and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives and adopt effective courses of action
Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards
Manage professional and support staff including selection, discipline, motivation, training, and evaluation of staff
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others including judicial officers, staff, and the community
Exercise sound, independent judgment within general policy guidelines and adopt effective courses of action
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of full‑time experience in the class of Probation Division Chief in Sacramento County service.
Two (2) years of full‑time experience in the class of Assistant Probation Division Chief in Sacramento County service.
Two (2) years of full‑time paid experience in a management capacity assisting in formulating and implementing policies and procedures, planning, budgeting, organizing, and directing through subordinate supervisors the activities of a major facility or division providing the care, custody, and supervision/surveillance of persons under the jurisdiction of a Probation Department or other law enforcement agency.
Part‑time paid experience may be accumulated and pro‑rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Special Requirements Compliance with Government Code: Incumbents appointed to this class shall meet the minimum standards set forth in California Government Code, Section 1031.
Other Requirement: Must be able to represent the Department and the Chief Probation Officer at meetings, public forums, business events during work hours, evenings and weekends.
Background/Criminal History 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 except if the individual has been granted a full and unconditional pardon for the felony.
Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
Application Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application online by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of November 17, 2025.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone (916) 874-5593; 7‑1‑1 California Relay Service
Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter‑Office Mail Code: 09‑4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
We are a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to advance equity and transformational change. 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. For more information, visit Reasonable Accommodation Requests – Job Applicant Instructions.
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Under general direction, the Assistant Chief Probation Officer plans, organizes, and directs the day‑to‑day activities of all divisions within the Probation Department. The Assistant Chief Probation Officer is also responsible for implementing policy as it is determined by the County Probation Officer; and acting for the County Probation Officer during absences.
Knowledge of
Management principles and methods, including goal setting, program measurements, program development and implementation, and employee supervision
Function, responsibility and authority of County Probation Department
The Welfare and Institution Code, the Penal Code, Health and Safety Code, Government Code, Code of Civil Procedures and other laws and regulations relating to probation operations
The principles and procedures of organizational development, administration, strategic planning
The principles and procedures of budgetary development and monitoring and reporting
Principles and procedures of Management Information Systems
Public relations principles
Principles of grant funding and management
Personnel practices, and supervisory techniques
Public relations techniques
Labor contract negotiation and employee grievances
Ability to
Plan, organize, administer and coordinate the activities of varied probation functions
Evaluate programs and projects and determine outcome measurements
Implement and enforce departmental policies and philosophy
Coordinate the utilization of personnel and other resources within the department
Prepare and administer budgets and plan for equipment, transportation, space, automation, and personnel
Interpret the goals, functions and procedures of the Probation Department to the public
Analyze complex technical and administrative problems, evaluate alternatives and adopt effective courses of action
Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards
Manage professional and support staff including selection, discipline, motivation, training, and evaluation of staff
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others including judicial officers, staff, and the community
Exercise sound, independent judgment within general policy guidelines and adopt effective courses of action
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of full‑time experience in the class of Probation Division Chief in Sacramento County service.
Two (2) years of full‑time experience in the class of Assistant Probation Division Chief in Sacramento County service.
Two (2) years of full‑time paid experience in a management capacity assisting in formulating and implementing policies and procedures, planning, budgeting, organizing, and directing through subordinate supervisors the activities of a major facility or division providing the care, custody, and supervision/surveillance of persons under the jurisdiction of a Probation Department or other law enforcement agency.
Part‑time paid experience may be accumulated and pro‑rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Special Requirements Compliance with Government Code: Incumbents appointed to this class shall meet the minimum standards set forth in California Government Code, Section 1031.
Other Requirement: Must be able to represent the Department and the Chief Probation Officer at meetings, public forums, business events during work hours, evenings and weekends.
Background/Criminal History 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 except if the individual has been granted a full and unconditional pardon for the felony.
Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.
Application Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application online by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of November 17, 2025.
County of Sacramento
Department of Personnel Services
Employment Services Division
700 H Street, Room 4667
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone (916) 874-5593; 7‑1‑1 California Relay Service
Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net
Inter‑Office Mail Code: 09‑4667
www.SacCountyJobs.net
We are a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to advance equity and transformational change. 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. For more information, visit Reasonable Accommodation Requests – Job Applicant Instructions.
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