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Deputy Probation Correctional Officer I (DPCO I)

Are you enthusiastic about improving the lives of young people? Have you studied Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Science, History or Education? Would you like $10,000 in tuition reimbursement every year? If so, you could be the future Deputy Probation Correctional Officer we’re looking for!

POSITION DUTIES

  • Serve as a positive role model and authority figure helping to resocialize youth
  • Monitor and direct youth during daily care, recreation, work crews and activities
  • Orient newly detained youth by explaining rules, policies and expectations
  • Identify objectives, develop case plans and facilitate group/individual counseling
  • Write reports and maintain files

REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or the equivalent
  • Six months of experience supervising or guiding the development of youth – OR – twelve semester units of completed college-level coursework in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Social Science, History or Education
  • Must not have been convicted of any felony, not be on any form of probation or parole, and not have any active arrest warrants
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law
  • Must pass the online Juvenile Correctional Officer Exam, which is mandated by California's Board of State and Community Corrections – to prepare for the exam, all candidates should download, review and study the Juvenile Corrections Officer Candidate Orientation Booklet(link is external)
  • Must complete a facility tour at Juvenile Hall
  • Must pass a thorough background investigation, a psychological evaluation and a comprehensive medical examination – the background investigation will follow guidelines established by the California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.), evaluating each candidate’s viability based on:

                     - Personal / Family History
                     - Education
                     - Residence
                     - Employment
                     - Financial
                     - Legal Issues
                     - Criminal Record
                     - Military
                     - Narcotic Use
                     - Driving Record

BENEFITS

  • $57,886.40- $78,020.80 Annual Salary
  • Up to $10,000 educational and professional reimbursement each year
  • Twelve paid holidays
  • Vacation and healthcare leave
  • Medical benefits
  • Additional benefits administered by AOCDS for the County of Orange
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Bilingual pay
  • Mentorship program
  • Peer support program

To apply for this position, click the button below to learn more, create an account and submit your application on the governmentjobs.com (link is external)website.

 Questions? Email recruiting@prob.ocgov.com today!