Probation Assistant, Adult Probation Department (8529) -- TPV

Company Description

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

• Application Opening: Wednesday, September 3, 2025

• Application Deadline:  Thursday, September 17, 2025 11:59 PM (PDT)

• Recruitment ID: TPV-X00090-8529

• Salary range: $72,150 - $87,646

Appointment Type: Temporary Provisional (TPV), limited to no more than 2 years in duration. This temporary position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process. Provisional employees must successfully compete in a civil service examination process and be reachable on an eligible list to be considered for permanent civil service appointment: a) successfully completed the examination process; b) is on the eligible list; c) is reachable on the eligible list; and d) is performing competently and effectively in the department.

To Apply: Submit your application online by clicking on "I'm Interested" and completing the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Please Note: If applying through Indeed, you must complete the City and County of San Francisco application through SmartRecruiters by going to: https://careers.sf.gov/ . Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

Who We Are: 

The San Francisco Adult Probation Department values the individuality and diversity of justice involved adults, recognize the unique challenges they face, and invest in their success through services designed to help them permanently exit the criminal justice system. Our reentry and rehabilitative services complement our supervision strategies by providing a unique blend of opportunity and accountability. We provide a continuum of supportive, integrated services that are tailored to address individual needs, empower clients to overcome barriers, and help them become contributing members of the community. SFAPD dedicates endless energy toward enhancing public safety, seeking victim restoration and accountability, providing structured and evidence-based supervision, all on the behalf of the Superior Court of San Francisco.  The Department’s mission: Protect and Serve the Community, Further Justice, Inspire Change, and Prioritize Racial Equity so that all People May Thrive, is achieved through the implementation and integration of evidence based practices which have been shown to be effective in reducing recidivism and improving public safety.

Job Description

INTRODUCTION
Under general supervision, the Probation Assistant position provides para-professional support to Deputy Probation Officers and/or civilian personnel by monitoring clients to ensure compliance with conditions of their probation and release and providing recommendations for action on assigned cases. This class is responsible for significant interaction with clients and collateral agencies to conduct general inquiries and provide information.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
The Probation Assistant is a non-sworn para-professional position. This class is unique in that it provides technical support to the Deputy Probation Officers; and performs such duties with some degree of latitude and independence. This class encompasses a wide range of duties and responsibilities, from beginning through the fully experienced journey level, and performs assignments that require a medium degree of ability and initiative as experience is gained. Class 8529 duties may be performed under the direction of Class 8444/8530 Deputy Probation Officers, supervising sworn personnel or Chief Clerk and Principal Clerk personnel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None

MAJOR, IMPORTANT, AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list. An 8529 Probation Assistant may be assigned to any one of three units within the department at any time.
1. Serve as liaison to collateral agencies including, but not limited to, the courts, DA’s office, schools, social services, mental health and other treatment providers, and local law enforcement agencies; research and retrieve documents requested by the court regarding records disposition and conditions of probation; may repres