Probation Officer I/II*

Probation Department Recruitment – Probation OfficersProbation Officers will perform the full range of duties in handling a juvenile or adult caseload. Incumbents are peace officers responsible for investigating offenses and social history backgrounds of adult or juvenile offenders, writing reports and making recommendations to the court, supervising and counseling probationers, Post Release Community Supervision (PRCS), and mandatory supervision clients, to meet probation conditions and goals, and conducting field investigations.Roles and TitlesProbation Officer I (Trainee) : eligible for promotion to Probation Officer II upon meeting minimum requirements and receipt of satisfactory work progress. Promotion must occur within 18 months or result in termination.Probation Officer II : requires one year of experience with a juvenile correctional officer, parole agent, or professional casework experience that includes counseling and direct involvement in complex treatment assignments.Education & Experience RequirementsOption 1 : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. No prior experience required.Option 2 : 30 semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in psychology, sociology, criminology, criminal justice or related behavioral science, with half in upper‑division coursework. No experience required.Option 3 : Associate of Arts/Science degree in related field. 18 months full‑time experience as a San Bernardino County Probation Corrections Officer.Option 4 : U.S. high school diploma, GED, or approved high school equivalency. 3 years full‑time experience as a San Bernardino County Probation Corrections Officer.Peace Officer RequirementsPass Written Test, Physical Agility Test, and Department Interview to proceed to background investigation.Pass background investigation including fingerprint, psychological, and polygraph tests (polygraph not required for current employees). No felony convictions or existing court‑ordered probation within the past year.21 years of age at hire (20.5 at testing). High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.Provide official sealed transcripts of completed college coursework.Demonstrate completion of basic certified training specified by the State of California; new hires will receive training.Legally authorized to work in the United States.Valid ClassC driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance if required.Meet minimum vision and hearing requirements; vision and hearing tests will be administered.Pass treadmill and medical examination.Training and AdvancementProbation Officer I's (Trainee) are eligible for promotion to Probation Officer II after meeting the minimum requirements, receiving a satisfactory work progress report, and completing the department's arming and Field Training Officer program. Incumbents must maintain qualification standards.BenefitsBenefits are outlined in the summary of benefits and memoranda of understanding documents. (URL not included)Conditions of EmploymentPeace officer status requires the incumbent to be armed and to participate in a continuum of force training program including control of aggression, tactical negotiations, unarmed defensive tactics, and use of pepper spray. Weapons training, Field Training Officer program, and qualification standards must be completed. Armed assignment is at the discretion of the appointing authority.Shift work may include various shifts, holidays, weekends, and overtime.San Bernardino County will not accept candidates requiring visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.Body art must be completely covered. Visible tattoos, piercings, or other body art are prohibited. Covered by clothing or a skin‑colored patch not exceeding three by three inches.A valid California ClassC driver license is required. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.Testing ScheduleTesting tentatively takes place the week of September21,2026. The written assessment covers Written Communication, Reading Comprehension, Applying Rules, and Basic Math. Candidates may transfer a board of state qualifications score if a similar exam was passed in another county within the past year.Testing procedures are proctored, in‑person computer assessments. Test dates are subject to change; candidates are notified approximately two weeks prior.Application ProcedureComplete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire before the deadline. Resumes are not accepted. Submit all required materials before the deadline; automated log‑out occurs thereafter. Applicants will receive onsite confirmation and an email.Technical assistance is available. Contact applicant support via phone or online guide.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)San Bernardino County is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. Accommodation requests must be submitted within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.Veterans' PreferenceEligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current county employees may receive additional preference points. Refer to the veterans preference policy for details.Additional InformationFor more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process documents. (URL not included)#J-18808-Ljbffr

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