Supervising Probation Corrections Officer

About the role

The County of Sonoma is seeking a Supervising Probation Corrections Officer to lead and guide staff and youth in its juvenile detention facility. Key responsibilities include coordinating daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing evidence-based practices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating staff performance and providing coaching and development
• Collaborating with law enforcement, community partners, and other stakeholders
• Implementing department initiatives and ensuring operational procedures are consistently followed
• Managing staffing levels, leave coverage, and attending meetings
• Providing consultation and direction during complex incidents and emergencies
• Reviewing and approving incident reports for accuracy and completeness
• Ensuring facility operations comply with Title 15 regulations and department policies

Requirements

Minimum qualifications include:

• Completion of two years of full-time experience equivalent to the level of Senior Probation Corrections Officer in the County of Sonoma or four years full-time experience in a position equivalent or closely related to a Probation Corrections Officer II with the County of Sonoma.

  Additional requirements include:

  • Legal authorization to work in the United States under federal law
  • No prior felony conviction nor current formal probation supervision
  • A passing score on the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) selection written exam, or equivalent
  • Successfully completed the Juvenile Correctional Officer Core Course prior to appointment

  Qualifications

  Preferred qualifications include:

  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a probation corrections, juvenile justice, or closely related environment
  • Knowledge of Title 15 regulations, juvenile detention facility operations, and evidence-based practices
  • Experience reviewing reports, risk assessments, and making sound operational decisions
  • Strong leadership skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to hold staff accountable
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentations
  • The ability to build productive working relationships with staff, law enforcement, the courts, community partners, and individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Experience using justice information systems, case management systems, assessment tools, and Microsoft Office applications
  • A commitment to professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries