Probation Officer I/II
Salary
$87,214.40 - $114,129.60 Annually
Location
Juvenile Hall - 212 Walnut Street, Napa, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
1182-2026-05-15
Department
Probation
Opening Date
05/15/2026
Closing Date
6/5/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Napa Valley
Napa County as an Employer
As an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the communitys values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. LEARN MORE HERE.
The Position
This recruitment is being conducted to fill four (4) full-time vacancies for the position of Probation Officer I/II, which may be filled at the Probation Officer I or Probation Officer II level depending on qualifications, for Napa Countys Probation Department. The list established by this recruitment may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies for up to one year.
Salary & Benefits:
Additionally, PERS-eligible safety employees, as defined in California Public Employees Retirement Law, Government Code section 20438, in the Juvenile Hall Counselor and Probation Officer series shall receive a 5% hazard premium.
About the Position of Probation Officer at the Napa County Probation Department:
The Napa County Probation Department operates adult and juvenile court-related services in the areas of investigation and supervision with the mission to enforce court orders to inspire positive change, transform the lives of offenders, victims, and families, and promote community safety. The Department is also responsible for the overall operation of the County's Juvenile Hall, which provides custody, counseling, medical care and guidance of delinquent and custodial youth in a variety of programs. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT HERE.
Probation Officers are responsible for conducting investigations and preparing recommendations to the courts involving adults or juveniles; supervising and counseling those on probation; and diverting offenders from further involvement in the justice system. The Probation Officer I is the entry-level class in the Probation Officer series. Incumbents in this class work initially under close supervision learning the laws, practices, and social theory relating to modern probation work. As experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities are acquired and utilized, the degree and complexity of assignments will correspondingly increase to the Probation Officer II level. The Probation Officer II is the journeyman level class of the series. Incumbents in this class typically receive assignments of cases which require considerable skill, initiative, and professional judgment, and a thorough understanding of departmental procedures and policies. Incumbents in this class may assist in the training and review of work assignments of Probation Officer Is.
Position Requirements for Probation Officer I//I
To qualify for the Probation Officer I classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
To qualify for the Probation Officer II classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:
License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License.*
The Recruitment Process:Online Application DeadlineBy Friday, June 5, 2026 at 5:00 pm PST.Application ScreeningTentatively the week of June 8, 2026Mandatory Information Session & Physical Agility Test
(Candidates must appear in person)Only those who pass the minimum qualification screening will be invited to the Mandatory Information Session & Physical Agility Test tentatively held at Napa Valley College.
INFORMATION SESSION & PRE-BACKGROUND CHECK: The Information Session is tentatively scheduled the week of June 22, 2026, The Information Session will consist of a detailed discussion about the Probation Officer position at Napa County, and the completion of a pre-background questionnaire (Personal History Statement - PHS).
PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST (PAT): Those who attend the Information Session AND pass the pre-background questionnaire (Personal History Statement - PHS) will be invited to the Physical Agility Test that same day in the afternoon. Physical Agility Test scores from other agencies are not accepted.
The Physical Agility Test will consist of the following:
Only those invited will receive subsequent email invitation with instructions on how to sign up for the information Session & Physical Agility Test, as well as detailed information with the date(s), time(s) and location(s).
BSCC Written Examination
(Proctored in person. Napa County does not accept T-Scores from outside agencies) Only those who pass the Information Session & Physical Agility Test will be invited to take the BSCC Written Examination tentatively scheduled the week of July 6, 2026 at the Napa County Sheriffs Office.
Written Exam Orientation Booklet here:
Adult-Corrections-Officer-Juvenile-Corrections-Officer--Probation-Officer-Study-Guide-PDF (countyofnapa.org)
Only those invited will receive subsequent email invitation with instructions on how to sign up for the written examination, as well as detailed information with the date(s), time(s) and location(s) once determined. Oral Exam (Panel Interview)Only those who pass the written examination will be invited to the Oral Exam (panel interview) tentatively scheduled the week of July 27, 2026.
Only those invited will receive subsequent email invitation with instructions on how to sign up for the oral examination (panel interview), as well as detailed information with the date(s), time(s) and location(s) once determined. Establish Eligibility ListTentatively the week of July 27, 2026
Only the most qualified candidates from the oral panel exam will be placed on the eligibility list and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year.
The Human Resources Department reserves the right to make changes to the recruitment process and schedule at any time.
Example of Duties
View the full job description, including the example of duties, for these positions below.
Disaster Service Workers
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102).
ADA Accommodation
Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.
Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PUBLIC SERVICES EMPLOYEES BENEFITS INFORMATION
SALARY -
Salaries are based on a five-step range. Appointments are usually made at the beginning step with advances occurring at six months and the completion of each year thereafter. Salary rates are reviewed annually.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS INFO -
Click here for additional benefits information for Public Services Employees:
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
PHYSICAL STANDARDS -
Certain designated County positions require a candidate to pass a physical examination prior to appointment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of this examination.
FINGERPRINTING -
All employees hired into allocated positions or extra help positions will be fingerprinted.
SELECTION PROCESS -
FOR POSITIONS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND THE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - The selection process will include an oral board interview, psychological assessment, background investigation, and a pre-employment physical exam.
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Instructions for Supplemental Application Questions: The following questions comprise one of the steps in the selection process for this position and are intended to assist you in presenting your qualifications. Only the information you provide in your answers to these questions will be evaluated and scored to determine the best qualified candidates to continue in the selection process for this position. Please be complete and specific in answering the questions as your score will be based on this information. Applications submitted without responses to the supplemental questions will not be evaluated. Although your experience and education should relate back to your application, your application and or resume will not be reviewed when scoring the supplemental questions. Therefore, please be as detailed as possible in your responses to the supplemental questions. I have read and understand the instructions presented above.
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If selected for this position, a medical screening may be required as part of the pre-employment process. I have read and understand this requirement.
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Do you have possession of a valid California Drivers License?
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Are you willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays?
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To qualify for this position, it will be necessary for you to agree to an extensive background investigation, which will include criminal history, drug and alcohol use, financial history, contacts with current and prior employers, interviews with friends, neighbors, etc. Do you agree to participate in the background investigation process should you be selected by the hiring department?
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Please indicate your highest level of education completed.
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Please describe your highest level of education equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, administration of justice, corrections, sociology, psychology, any of the behavioral sciences, or a closely related field. If youre currently enrolled in a program or working towards a degree, please indicate the anticipated graduation date.
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Have you completed at least one-year of graduate-level curriculum in social welfare, psychology, sociology, criminology, or closely related field?
Required Question
Employer County of Napa
Address 1195 Third Street, Suite 110
Napa, California, 94559
Phone 707-253-4303
Website http://www.napacountycareers.com