Deputy Probation Officer II/III

Deputy Probation Officer II/III Salary $66,747.20 - $98,800.00 Annually

Location: Oroville/Chico Area, CA Job Type: Regular Help: Job Number 2611714010 Department: Probation Department Opening Date: 01/01/2026 Closing Date: Continuous

Benefits and Questions Summary

Levels of this Classification, II and III, are scheduled to receive a wage increase of 5% in July of 2026. Butte County Probation Department is now offering a $5,000 hiring bonus for all levels of Deputy Probation Officer II/III.

Salary Range

• Level II: $2,567.20 - $3,440.80 biweekly ($32.09 - $43.01 per hour)
• Level III: $2,836.00 - $3,800.00 biweekly ($35.45 - $47.50 per hour)

FLSA: Non-Exempt DEFINITION

Under close or general supervision or direction, performs a variety of professional peace officer duties in the field of adult and juvenile community corrections and juvenile residential corrections; conducts investigations and monitoring of adult or juvenile offenders in a community setting and may provide custody, security, and programming of juveniles in an institutional setting; provides pre-trial, pre-sentence and post-sentence recommendations to the court; caseload management, support, and guidance to alleged and convicted offenders; and performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives close or general supervision or direction from an assigned Probation Officer Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Deputy Probation Officer I:

This is the entry-level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine probation services. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is generally supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Deputy Probation Officer II:

This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series. Positions at this level are responsible for performing the full range of assigned duties to ensure the justice, rehabilitation, and safety of probationers, and detained youth, and to enforce conditions of probation. Positions work independently, exercise judgment and initiative, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Incumbents are responsible for monitoring and providing rehabilitative services to adult and juvenile offenders and for ensuring adherence to court orders while promoting reduced recidivism and increased pro-social behaviors. Positions at the II-level are normally filled by advancement from the I-level after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

Deputy Probation Officer III:

This is the advanced journey-level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series and is competent to perform the full range of probation peace officer duties for a diversified clientele and, in addition, responsible for ancillary duties in support of their unit supervisor and in furthering departmental initiatives through mentoring and guidance of subordinate deputies and others. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgement. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgement to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness and conformity to policy and requirements. Incumbents at the III-level have demonstrated greater initiative, independence, and latitude of judgement in the completion of work assignments, completed all trainings as required, demonstrated substantial understanding and consistent use of the best practices in corrections, served a minimum of two years as a Deputy Probation Officer II or equivalent class.

Essential Job Functions

Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities.

• Performs the full range of responsibilities as a California Peace Officer as identified in PC 830.5.
• Maintains communication and liaison with families, law enforcement, social services, educators, and other community resource agencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Maintains communication and liaison with families, law enforcement, social services, educators, and other community resource agencies.
• Performs case management services while ensuring adherence to conditions of probation and facilitating rehabilitation by supervising, counseling, and monitoring clients on probation.
• Interviews probationers, families, and other individuals using evidence-based practices to investigate and assess probationer criminal and social history, risks, and needs and to determine how each case is to be treated; develops and implements case plans based on probationer's history and needs.
• Prepares various court reports including assessments, case plans, petitions, discovery, and related legal and case documents; provides court with a sentencing recommendation.
• Conducts investigations and field searches using accepted data collection methods to establish facts and draw valid conclusions; analyzes data including, but not limited to medical, social history, and legal reports, as well as other documents.
• Effectively makes arrests of violators, serves warrants, and issues citations.
• Represents the department at various court proceedings and/or testifies in court and other hearings regarding sentencing recommendations, probation violations and termination, revocation hearings, probation modifications, case disposition, and case related issues.
• Requests evaluations, refers, and coordinates and monitors participation in mental health, medical, substance abuse, community service, and related treatment and rehabilitation programs.
• Intervenes in crisis situations, counsels individuals and families, and makes referrals.
• Works closely with schools, courts, community agencies, law enforcement, District Attorney and staff, client attorneys, other legal representation, and others during the course of client's probation including attending various meetings.
• Coordinates ongoing activities of various probation programs including but not limited to work release, home supervision/electronic monitoring, and community service.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of reports, files, legal documents, correspondence, and records.
• Transports probationers to custodial facilities and court hearings.
• Attends meetings and participates in training; stays abreast of new trends, new legislation, court decisions and innovations in the field of probation.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives close or general supervision or direction from an assigned Probation Officer Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Deputy Probation Officer I:

This is the entry-level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine probation services. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is generally supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Deputy Probation Officer II:

This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series. Positions at this level are responsible for performing the full range of assigned duties to ensure the justice, rehabilitation, and safety of probationers, and detained youth, and to enforce conditions of probation. Positions work independently, exercise judgment and initiative, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Incumbents are responsible for monitoring and providing rehabilitative services to adult and juvenile offenders and for ensuring adherence to court orders while promoting reduced recidivism and increased pro-social behaviors. Positions at the II-level are normally filled by advancement from the I-level after gaining the knowledge, skill, and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.

Deputy Probation Officer III:

This is the advanced journey-level classification in the Deputy Probation Officer series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series and is competent to perform the full range of probation peace officer duties for a diversified clientele and, in addition, responsible for ancillary duties in support of their unit supervisor and in furthering departmental initiatives through mentoring and guidance of subordinate deputies and others. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgement. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgement to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness and conformity to policy and requirements. Incumbents at the III-level have demonstrated greater initiative, independence, and latitude of judgement in the completion of work assignments, completed all trainings as required, demonstrated substantial understanding and consistent use of the best practices in corrections, served a minimum of two years as a Deputy Probation Officer II or equivalent class.

Minimum Qualifications

Some knowledge and abilities may be gained by employees at the entry (I) level while in a learning capacity. Knowledge of: