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Chief Deputy Probation Officer

County of San Luis Obispo
San Luis, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/21/2025 CLOSED ON 12/3/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Deputy Probation Officer position at County of San Luis Obispo?

About The Position

The Probation Department is seeking a self-motivated and experienced leader to fill the position of Chief Deputy Probation Officer.

In this role, you will provide leadership to an assigned division with the responsibility to establish and maintain division priorities that are consistent with the Probation Department's vision, mission, and values. As a member of executive management, you will coordinate and direct communications, resources, and personnel to meet the department's needs and ensure smooth and efficient division activities. In this role you will oversee the development and implementation of key programs, projects, and systems while ensuring proper and timely resolution of any issues. Additionally, you are responsible for supervising and evaluating the performance of your staff, preparing reports and budgets, and consulting with leadership on general department policies and procedures to ensure efficient day-to-day activities.

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The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess solid, proven, experience and knowledge in the field of probation, as well as the ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively. This position requires strong leadership abilities, with the ability to effectively build and maintain effective relationships and appropriately supervise subordinate personnel. Strong administrative and operational skills are desired and excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are a must.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, public administration or a related field is required. Job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. In addition, five years of increasingly responsible experience working in the field of Probation, including three years equivalent to a Supervising Deputy Probation Officer or higher-level position is required.

Candidate must meet minimum qualifications for a Peace Officer as defined by Government Code 1031.

How To Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocountv..ca.gov .

Supplemental Information

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.

Veteran's Preference Points

If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. Click here for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran’s credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.

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