Probation Program Development Manager

About the role

The County of Sonoma Probation Department (PRB) is seeking a Probation Program Development Manager to join their team! Starting salary up to $72.36/hour ($151,024/year) and a competitive total compensation package!

Responsibilities

• Lead department-wide program development, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement quality assurance and quality improvement strategies
• Oversee research, data analysis, and program evaluation efforts to measure impact and inform policy
• Identify and implement evidence-based practices that improve services and outcomes
• Build collaborative partnerships across the County, statewide networks, and community organizations

Requirements

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and influential leader who excels at bringing people together, inspiring change, and effectively communicating the purpose and value of new initiatives. You will demonstrate empathy, embrace feedback, and are passionate about advancing evidence-based practices and equitable outcomes through strong partnerships and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, four years experience providing various social, employment, counseling, or related services, including at least two years in a supervisory, planning or administrative capacity would provide such opportunity.
• Education: Any combination of education and training which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, significant college level coursework in social work, gerontology, public administration, business administration, economics, psychology, sociology, or a closely related area would provide this opportunity. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and in some cases a Master’s Degree in a field related to the assigned division is highly desirable and may be required for some positions.
• Specific experience related to the assigned program may be required for designated positions.

Skills

• Proficient at using Microsoft Excel, SQL, and SPSS for a variety of statistical analyses
• Excellent analytical qualities to evaluate programs, analyze complex data, identify trends, and drive meaningful change
• The ability to coach, mentor, and teach others on program implementation, evaluation, and best practices
• Organizational skills, managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously
• A collaborative attitude as a leader who fosters a culture of learning, innovation, and accountability

Benefits

What We Offer
Benefits
Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation - 3%/ of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution
Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
Additional Benefits - Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory.

This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service Title for this position is Program Development Manager.

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire to be completed. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.

The Selection Procedure Will Consist Of The Following Examination
An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire
Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position.