County of Sacramento
Supervising Probation Officer
County of Sacramento, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
There is an additional 3.35% Management Differential which is added to the posted salary for this class.
Under direction, the Supervising Probation Officer plans for, assigns and supervises probation staff engaged in professional probation work involving investigation, supervision, surveillance, and rehabilitation of adult and juvenile offenders, or plans, conducts and supervises a highly specialized probation program in a staff capacity; and performs related work.
Knowledge of
principles, practices and trends of probation work
laws and regulations pertaining to adult and juvenile probation and criminal justice
principles and techniques of social and correction case and group work
methods of making investigations and obtaining evidence
court procedures and the judicial system
crisis intervention techniques
behavior patterns in varied socio-economic, ethnic backgrounds
principles and practices of supervision
counseling and interviewing techniques
community resources
social economic and psychological forces leading to crime and delinquency
first aid
Ability to
plan, organize and supervise the work of others
train and develop staff
exercise sound judgment in emergency situations
make quick and accurate decisions under stress
understand and interpret court orders
speak and write effectively and apply analytical judgment to written reports
work with deviant behavior patterns
establish and maintain effective working relations with others
Minimum Qualifications Three years of full-time experience in the class of Deputy Probation Officer or higher within Sacramento County service (See Note 1) and meet the requirements of California Government Code Section 1031 (See Note 2) and completion of the required P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) for Probation Officers as specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code.
Note 1 Up to one year of the required experience may be substituted by either:
Full‑time experience performing duties equivalent to the Sacramento County class of Deputy Probation Officer or higher within a county, state, or federal probation or parole agency; or
Successful completion of graduate‑level (post‑baccalaureate) courses from an accredited four‑year college or university in the behavioral sciences or other fields directly related to the intent of the class on the basis of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) units for each 6 months of service.
Note 2 In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1031, each employee shall be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
General Qualifications
Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82‑602, Personnel Policies, California Government Code, Sections 1029 and 1031, and applicable federal and state laws. The County will not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless mitigating circumstances exist.
Arming: Some assignments within the Probation Department require willingness and capability to be armed. Authorization to carry a weapon while on duty requires a psychological examination confirming fitness to be armed as well as the successful completion of force and weaponry training as required by the department.
Physical Requirements: Incumbents may occasionally perform a wide variety of physical tasks such as running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting probationers which require strength, coordination, endurance, and agility.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications: A valid Driver’s License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver’s License may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4 or applicable bargaining agreement.
Working Conditions: Incumbents may be subject to physical and verbal abuse while restraining/arresting individuals. Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends.
Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.
Application Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of January 20, 2026. Click here to apply.
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
Contact Email: EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter‑Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net
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Under direction, the Supervising Probation Officer plans for, assigns and supervises probation staff engaged in professional probation work involving investigation, supervision, surveillance, and rehabilitation of adult and juvenile offenders, or plans, conducts and supervises a highly specialized probation program in a staff capacity; and performs related work.
Knowledge of
principles, practices and trends of probation work
laws and regulations pertaining to adult and juvenile probation and criminal justice
principles and techniques of social and correction case and group work
methods of making investigations and obtaining evidence
court procedures and the judicial system
crisis intervention techniques
behavior patterns in varied socio-economic, ethnic backgrounds
principles and practices of supervision
counseling and interviewing techniques
community resources
social economic and psychological forces leading to crime and delinquency
first aid
Ability to
plan, organize and supervise the work of others
train and develop staff
exercise sound judgment in emergency situations
make quick and accurate decisions under stress
understand and interpret court orders
speak and write effectively and apply analytical judgment to written reports
work with deviant behavior patterns
establish and maintain effective working relations with others
Minimum Qualifications Three years of full-time experience in the class of Deputy Probation Officer or higher within Sacramento County service (See Note 1) and meet the requirements of California Government Code Section 1031 (See Note 2) and completion of the required P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) for Probation Officers as specified in Section 832 of the Penal Code.
Note 1 Up to one year of the required experience may be substituted by either:
Full‑time experience performing duties equivalent to the Sacramento County class of Deputy Probation Officer or higher within a county, state, or federal probation or parole agency; or
Successful completion of graduate‑level (post‑baccalaureate) courses from an accredited four‑year college or university in the behavioral sciences or other fields directly related to the intent of the class on the basis of 15 semester (22.5 quarter) units for each 6 months of service.
Note 2 In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1031, each employee shall be found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
General Qualifications
Criminal History and Background Checks: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82‑602, Personnel Policies, California Government Code, Sections 1029 and 1031, and applicable federal and state laws. The County will not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate’s ability to perform the job duties of this class unless mitigating circumstances exist.
Arming: Some assignments within the Probation Department require willingness and capability to be armed. Authorization to carry a weapon while on duty requires a psychological examination confirming fitness to be armed as well as the successful completion of force and weaponry training as required by the department.
Physical Requirements: Incumbents may occasionally perform a wide variety of physical tasks such as running, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, and lifting probationers which require strength, coordination, endurance, and agility.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications: A valid Driver’s License, Class C or higher, is required at the time of appointment. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver’s License may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4 or applicable bargaining agreement.
Working Conditions: Incumbents may be subject to physical and verbal abuse while restraining/arresting individuals. Incumbents in this class must be willing to work irregular hours, holidays, and weekends.
Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.
Application Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of January 20, 2026. Click here to apply.
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
Contact Email: EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter‑Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net
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