Deputy Probation Officer I/II

Posting number: 5222-26

Department: Probation

Job classification: DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Law Enforcement, Probation

Summary

***This recruitment may close at any time.  We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.***

THE POSITION 

The Deputy Probation Officer I classification is the entry-level Peace Officer position for new officers who generally have little or no prior work history in a probation department. Officers may be assigned to intake, investigation, supervision, or multi-agency collaborative projects in adult or juvenile casework in a variety of locations in Stanislaus County. Deputy Probation Officer assignments involve the possibility of bodily injury, dealing with angry, hostile and potentially combative clientele, and exposure to infectious diseases that can cause chronic illness or death. Some positions include exposure to offensive odors and bodily fluids, exposure to chemical weapons such as pepper spray, and are required to use tasers and firearms. This position may be required to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This position also performs related duties as assigned.

• Additional compensation of 2.5% will be paid to incumbents who are authorized, qualified, and maintain qualifications to carry a firearm
• Additional compensation of 2.5% will be paid to incumbents who are authorized, qualified to carry a firearm, and in an armed assignment 
• Additional compensation of 3% will be paid to incumbents upon completion of Probation Officer Core Training 
• Additional compensation of 2.5% will be paid to eligible certified bilingual incumbents

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Apply By 5:00 PM

Orientation and Written Exam 

Oral Interview 

Polygraph Exam

May 01, 202

May 15, 2026

May 28, 2026

Week of June 01, 2026

June 01, 2026

June 12, 2026

June 26, 2026

Week of June 29, 2026

July 01, 2026

July 17, 2026

July 30, 2026

Week of August 03, 2026

August 03, 2026

August 14, 2026

August 28, 2026

Week of August 31, 2026

September 01, 2026

September 11, 2026

September 25, 2026

Week of September 28, 2026

October 01, 2026

October 16, 2026

October 30, 2026

Week of November 02, 2026

November 02, 2026

November 13, 2026

December 03, 2026

Week of December 07, 2026

December 18, 2026

January 08, 2027

January 22, 2027 

Week of January 25, 2027

The County of Stanislaus provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for regular full-time County employees including: 

• Excellent retirement benefits (2.7% at approximately age 57 formula) 
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic term life insurance plans 
• 2 weeks annual vacation upon entering County service 
• 16 additional vacation hours annually 
• 96 hours of sick leave annually 
• 12 paid holidays annually 
• Optional participation in Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account programs 
• Optional Supplemental Life & AD&D insurance plans 
• Employee Assistance 

Program Details available upon request

Examples of duties

• Review law enforcement or court referrals and apply State law and departmental policy to determine appropriate recommendation and disposition;
• Interview offenders, family members, victims and others critical to appropriate case disposition;
• Access and comprehend law enforcement, school, mental health, social services and other reference materials;
• Provide monitoring and supervision of offenders under court order or departmental d