Chief Probation Officer

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The County of Madera is seeking a confident, high energy leader, capable of operating with significant independence and initiative, yet open to direction from the Madera County Superior Court and County Administrative Officer. They will have the ability to contribute at the executive level; provide highly collaborative and ethical leadership; inspire and lead staff; and also, be recognized by the organization as being strategic, passionate, and committed.

This top caliber individual will also have the ability to build relationships, be flexible, and work in a team oriented environment. 

The ideal candidate will need to have a record of success that emphasizes a career history that supports the ability to communicate effectively and with confidence across all mediums; thrive in an environment of change; assist the Madera County Superior Court and County Administrative Officer by being a change agent within the County as a proactive problem solver; and establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders built on trust.

The Department:

The Chief Probation Officer is a Department Head position that serves at the pleasure of the Judges of the Madera Superior Court and receives day-to-day oversight from the Madera County Administrative Officer. The position is responsible for ensuring that the functions and programs of the Probation Department are performed in a manner that serves and protects Madera County.

The Department is an integral part of a complex justice system and is responsible for enforcing state and local laws, court orders, and recommending actions that have the greatest potential for positive change without risking public safety.

Please see complete job description here: Chief Probation Officer Job Posting

Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in criminal justice, corrections, criminology, psychology, or a related behavioral or social science field.

Experience: Nine (9) years of progressively responsible professional experience in adult and youth probation work including three years of upper management and supervisory experience equivalent to a Deputy Chief or Assistant Chief.

Licenses, Certificates and Special Conditions:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance program.
• Completion of the Probation Officer Core Course. 
• Completion of the Manager/Administrator Core Course.
• Completion of the PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course.
• Successful completion of a POST-approved comprehensive background investigation is required, including a review of employment history, criminal conviction record, psychological examination, credit history, use of intoxicants and/or other controlled substances.
• Applicants must pass a medical and psychological evaluation that includes a review of explicit and implicit bias towards race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.