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Job Description
Impact the community in a positive way!
The Probation Department safeguards our community through the services provided to clients, the court, and victims. The Probation Department actively seeks to modify the behaviors that lead to criminal activity and those that allow for a successful transition back into the community. If you are a positive team player with a dedication to community service - this may be the job for you!
The mission of the Probation Department is to protect the community by:- Facilitating rehabilitation of offenders and holding them accountable
- Conducting investigations and providing recommendations for the court
- Enforcing court orders
- Pursuing victim restoration and advocacy
- Providing safe, secure, effective detention and treatment programs
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THE POSITION
The Probation Department believes that its employees are the most valuable resource.
Deputy Probation Officers in Solano County provide supervision and investigatory services of both juveniles and adults. The overarching goal of the Probation Department is to reduce recidivism through positive behavior change.
The entry level Deputy Probation Officer is expected to learn procedures and methods of effective probation casework. Assignments are generally limited in scope and performed with direction from higher level employees. Training is provided with the intent for advancement to the journey level.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave
To learn more, view our benefits summary .
Closing Date/Time: 4/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific - Facilitating rehabilitation of offenders and holding them accountable
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Solano County
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Commitment to Service: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play.
We serve the public in many different ways, including:
- Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved
- Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county
- Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases
- Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies
- Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation)
- Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and,
- Administering and enforcing Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning
Our employees: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day-to-day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership.
Culture of Learning and Development: Solano County is committed to investing “In and For the Future” by providing training resources to encourage employee professional development and growth within our organization. While employed with Solano County, employees have the opportunity to pursue their career goals, interests, and develop the competencies on the Solano County Leadership Development Model by participating in the following programs:
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Annual Education Fair
- County Mentoring Program
- Leadership Academy
- Supervisory Trainings
- Skill Development Trainings
- Self-paced learning opportunities
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Our Community: Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play… The America's Promise Alliance has named Solano County as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People for six straight years—the only California community with that distinction.
- Live - Solano County as well as cities within the County have ranked in the top 15 hottest markets across the country and within the Bay Area due to prime location and affordability.
- Learn – Higher education abounds! Within the County, education choices include: Solano Community College, CSU Maritime Academy, Brandman University, and Touro University. Bordering our County is the renowned University of California Davis.
- Work – The blend of agriculture, corporate business and pleasant lifestyle enhance the attraction of Solano County. Blessed with a thriving agricultural economy, the county is also home to biotechnology and other growth industries.
- Play - Situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento—the State capitol, Solano County is home to rolling hillsides, waterfronts and fertile farmland. County residents can enjoy day trips to the San Francisco Bay area, Lake Tahoe region and the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
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