This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
12/5/2025, 4/10/2026, and 10/9/2026
Under general supervision the Deputy Probation Officer performs professional work in the investigation of adult offenders or juvenile court referrals; supervises probationers; participates in the institutional care, custody, treatment, and counseling.
Examples of Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of
- Principles and practices of probation work
- Principles of social and correctional case and group work
- Laws relating to criminal justice
- Causes of crime and delinquency
- Counseling techniques
- Interviewing
- Community resources available to probationers
- Principles of investigation and laws governing search and seizure and preservation of evidence
- Codes, standards and regulations governing care and treatment of juveniles in juvenile halls, camps, ranches or schools
- Crisis intervention
- Self-defense
- Arrest procedures
- Appropriate use of force and security techniques
- Rights and liabilities of peace officers
Ability to
- Analyze behavior patterns
- Exercise sound judgment in assessment and treatment of probationers
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance
- Cope with hostility and aggressive behavior
- Prepare concise and clear reports
- Maintain records
- Communicate with individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds