Probation Division Director

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Probation Division Director

Salary

$119,658.00 - $171,205.00 Annually

Location

Throughout Riverside County

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

25-79536-01

Department

Probation

Division

Mid-County Division

Opening Date

03/06/2025

Closing Date

3/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION


The Probation Department is seeking a Probation Division Director. The incumbent will be responsible to plan, organize, and direct the operation of a major division, program, or institution of the Probation Department; and to do other work as required. The incumbent will be assigned an administrative function handling special programs, policies and procedures, and providing coaching and mentoring to subordinate managers.

Seeking candidates with experience as a Division Director and those with experience coaching and mentoring subordinate managers.

Positions in this class are utilized in the major divisions, programs, or institutions of the Probation Department. Incumbents report to a Chief Deputy Probation Officer and direct the operations of a division, program, or institution through subordinate staff. This class is distinguished from the next class of Chief Deputy Probation Officer by the latter's responsibility for managing a number of divisions or institutions within the department.

Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Probation Department is a progressive criminal justice agency that believes in continuous improvement, searching and applying evidence-based and best practices, using measurable outcomes to evaluate programs, and doing our utmost to fulfill our mission and make Riverside County a safe and law-abiding community for its citizens. We recognize the value of a qualified, professional, dynamic, and diverse workforce and in building an organization that reflects the progressive community we serve.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plans and directs the operation of a major division, program, or institution within the Probation Department; coordinates and evaluates all activities of the assignment.

• Reviews existing policy and procedures for effectiveness and efficiency; develops and implements new programs; participates in the development and review of departmental goals and objectives.

• Translates departmental policies and goals into day-to-day operations; reviews and evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of staff; coordinates and assigns staff; assists supervisory staff in the review and evaluation of staff, programs, and procedures.

• Reviews and evaluates suggested changes in programs and procedures initiated by subordinates; reviews staff performance evaluations; develops and maintains a procedural manual, writing new material and updating contents as required on a continuing basis.

• Directs the business activities of the division, program, or institution; prepares the budget and monitors expenditures; estimates staffing needs; maintains records and statistics.

• Handles sensitive issues; prepares activities and operations reports; as required, confers with parents or concerned relatives of client.

• Interprets the problems of crime and delinquency, aims of the courts, and the function of the Probation Department to the public, social agencies, and community organizations; participates in planning and development of staff training programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in the behavioral sciences.
 
Experience: Four years of administrative or supervisory experience as a peace officer in probation programs.

Other Requirements

 

License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
 
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship within three years after submitting a resume for employment.


Criminal Record: No felony convictions; cannot be on probation.


Background: Candidates must be able to pass an extensive background check which may take several months. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).


Knowledge of: The principles, methods, and techniques of administration, including the organization and management of modern probation services; laws, codes, and statutes pertaining to the functions, duties, and operations of a county probation department; social and psychological factors relating to and treatment of crime and delinquency; the principles, methods, techniques, and services involved in probation work; the organization and the long-term goals of the department; effective supervisory principles and techniques.

Ability to:
Effectively supervise and direct through subordinate supervisors the operation of a probation division or institution; analyze administrative problems, reach practical conclusions, and institute effective changes; prepare comprehensive and complex reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, officials, and the public.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 
Contact Information
For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Letisia Jimenez at (951) 955-5787 or via email at ltjimenez@rivco.org.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference 
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:  https://rivcocob.org/board-policies 

 

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability 

 

Proof of Education 
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

 

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

 

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).  A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

 

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

 

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. 

 

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

 

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com

 

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

Click here to learn more about the benefits of working for the County of Riverside

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical and dental plans are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution, as governed by the applicable Management Resolution, to contribute towards the cost of these plans. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employee's Retirement System (CalPERS).

SAFETY RETIREMENT:  County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employee's Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 50): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local safety employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is nine (9%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 50): Applicable to local safety employees 1) Hired on or after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is nine (9%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2.7% @ 57): Applicable to CalPERS local safety new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.  Effective July 1, 2023, the employee contributions will increase from 12.5% to 13.5%.

    A new member is defined in PEPRA as any of the following:

    1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
    2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon rejoining CalPERS.
    3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six months.

    CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

    Contribution rates are subject to change based on the annual County of Riverside actuarial valuation.

    Note:

    This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line (951) 955-4981 Option 2. 

    If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary. 

    DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

    401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

    ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

    0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
    36 to <108 months = 10.46 Hours
    108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

    The maximum Annual leave accumulation is 1800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. The Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

    HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

    BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken from use of accrued Annual leave balance)

    BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

    LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit may be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.

    POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

    OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

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I am aware that any false statements made on this questionnaire will disqualify my application for this position. I further understand that all information and responses I provide in this application will be subject to verification through the Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer (CVSA) examination should I move forward in the selection process. I also acknowledge that this record is confidential, and this will be the property of the Riverside County Probation Department.
  • Yes
  • No
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When was the last time you used PCP, LSD (Acid), Psilocybin (Mushrooms), and/or Peyote?
  • I have never used PCP, LSD (Acid), Psilocybin (Mushrooms), and /or Peyote
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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When was the last time you used cocaine?
  • I have never used cocaine
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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When was the last time you used crystal meth (methamphetamines)?
  • I have never used crystal meth (methamphetamines)
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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Are you currently on any form of court ordered Formal or Summary Probation?
  • Yes
  • No
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As an adult, have you ever been convicted of a felony by a court?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Yes. However, the charge was reduced/expunged
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Have you ever been convicted of a DUI/ Wet Reckless? If yes, how long ago?
  • I have never been convicted of a DUI/ Wet Reckless
  • Yes. However, the charge was reduced/ expunged.
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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Have you ever been injected with illegal anabolic steroids?
  • Never
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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When was the last time you used heroin?
  • I have never used heroin
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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When was the last time you used prescription drugs recreationally?
  • Never
  • Within the last 12 months
  • 1 year or more but less than 2
  • 2 years or more but less than 3
  • 3 years or more but less than 4
  • 4 years or more but less than 5
  • 5 years or more but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving any sex offense?
  • Yes
  • I have never been convicted of a crime involving any sex offense
  • Yes. However, the charge was reduced/expunged
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Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No
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Select the answer that best describes your current driver's license status:
  • I have a valid California driver's license.
  • I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
  • I currently have a valid out-of-state driver's license, and I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
  • I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver's license.
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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree? *I understand that I must upload transcripts/proof of degree at the time of my application.
  • Yes
  • No
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How many years of administrative or supervisory experience do you possess as a peace officer in probation programs?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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How many years of experience do you possess working as a Division Director for a Probation Department?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6
  • 6 years or more
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How many years of years of experience do you possess coaching and mentoring subordinate managers?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5
  • 5 years or more, but less than 6
  • 6 years or more

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Employer
County of Riverside
Address
County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone
(951) 955-3500