Probation Inspector

Job Description and Duties

You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD 678). You may be disqualified from the hiring and selection process if the employment history is incomplete or missing all dates, duties and responsibilities, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.

Inspector I

Under direction of a Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), the incumbent manages a caseload of licensees on probation. The Probation Inspector works at the entry, trainee level and monitors probationers' compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in disciplinary orders and identifies and refers compliance issues to the SSM I for further action. The incumbent is required to travel regularly throughout assigned geographic areas. The selected candidate is subject to fingerprint and medical clearance.

Inspector II

Under general direction of a Staff Services Manager I (SSM I), the incumbent conducts independent inspections and manages a caseload of difficult and complex probationers. The Probation Inspector works as a subject matter expert, in a Lead capacity, and monitors probationers' compliance with the requirements set forth in disciplinary orders and identifies and refers compliance issues to the SSM I for further action. The incumbent is required to travel regularly throughout assigned geographic areas. The incumbent may act as a lead person and provide training to lower-level staff. The selected candidate is subject to fingerprint and medical clearance.

In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians.

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This recruitment is until filled and applications will be reviewed on a two weeks basis.

The cutoff dates will be: April 10, 2026, April 24, 2026, May 8, 2026, May 22, 2026, June 5, 2026, June 19, 2026, July 3, 2026, July 17, 2026, July 31, 2026, August 14, 2026, August 28, 2026, September 11, 2026, September 25, 2026

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Working Conditions

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working.

Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Special Requirements

Criminal Offender Record Information: Title 11, section 703 (d) of the California Code of Regulations requires criminal record checks of all personnel who have access to Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Pursuant to this requirement, applicants for this position will be required to submit fingerprints to the Department of Justice and be cleared before hiring. In accordance to DCA's (CORI) procedures, clearance shall be maintained while employed in a CORI-designated position. Additionally, the position routinely works with sensitive and confidential issues and/or materials and is expected to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of documents and topics pertaining to individuals or to sensitive program materials at all times.

The position(s) require(s) a valid driver's license (DL). Provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your DL, clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration.

The incumbent is responsible for an assigned vehicle and requires the possession of a valid driver license (appropriate class) issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles. The incumbent shall participate in the DMV's Employer Pull Notice Program (EPN), which is a process for providing the Board with a report showing the driver's current public record as recorded by the DMV, and any subsequent convictions, failures to appear, accidents, driver license suspensions, driver license revocations, or any other actions taken against the driving privilege or license, added to the driver's DMV record. The incumbent is required to travel throughout a geographical area by various methods of transportation and may include overnight stays in a hotel. The incumbent must possess good oral and written communication skills, be able to maintain confidential information, possess strong organizational skills, and use good judgment in working with licensees and other professionals surrounding the probationer. The incumbent must exercise creativity and flexibility in working with management in problem solving sessions, make effective use of time and resources available, and be responsive to management’s needs.

The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

We offer mentor-ship and career guidance, supportive managers invested in your development, and a talented team with great minds.

Statement of Qualifications

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion that individually answers each of the six questions below. Each question and response shall be on a separate page and no longer than one page in length. In addition, each page must list your name in the upper right-hand corner and the question number. The document must be written is 12-point Arial font, single spaced, and 1" margins. The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely. SOQ's submitted incorrectly, and not answering each of the six questions separately, will not be considered.

Applications received without a clearly titled SOQ will not be considered for this position. Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

1. What skills do you believe are most critical when managing a caseload with frequent changes in assignments and critical timelines? Please describe your experience using those skills.

2. Please describe your experience, educational background, and qualifications related to the duties for this position.

3. This job requires you to independently prepare comprehensive narratives including reports with supporting attachments. Please describe in detail your experience preparing clear and concise reports, letters, and/or memos.

4. This position requires frequent travel to locations throughout Southern California. Please describe your previous work in the field.

5. Please describe your experience managing multiple assignments with strict deadlines.

6. Please describe your experience testifying at hearings.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A statement of qualifications is required for this position. Please refer to the Statement of Qualifications Requirement section for instructions.