JOB
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PROBATION DEPARTMENT
EXAM NUMBER:
F8610K
FILING PERIOD:
The application filing period will begin on March 23, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
We welcome applications from anyone.
The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way in rebuilding lives and making our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies, our goal is to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through a "Care First, Jails Last" approach.
Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?
The Probation Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and the community? Then join our team!
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This position supervises the work of a group of Deputy Probation Officers engaged in professional probation work involving the investigation or supervision of adults convicted of violations of law, the investigation or supervision of delinquent and non-delinquent children and juveniles, or other specialized probation service.
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits
Click here to see a list of employee benefits, including a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits:
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Medical and Dental coverage
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Group life insurance
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Health care and subsidized dependent care spending accounts
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Long-term disability health insurance
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Supervises Deputy Probation Officers engaged in the investigation and evaluation of cases of adult applicants for probation, the supervision of adult probationers, the investigation, placement, and supervision of children and juveniles, and the investigation of adoption and other cases.
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Supervises subordinate staff who is engaged in the care and custody of youth assigned to a probation facility.
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Has immediate supervisory responsibility for a specialized probation function such as intake detention control, or special court services.
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Reviews files and cases periodically and confers with Deputy Probation Officers concerning methods, procedures, and recommendations, and interprets policy as necessary.
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Has immediate supervisory responsibility for a probation camp on an assigned shift or 24-hour responsibility for an organizational unit of a juvenile hall.
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Confers with superior officers regarding unusual cases, policies, and personnel matters.
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Confers with management staff regarding unusual or highly complex problems.
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Actively participates in in-service training programs and staff development activities.
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Confers with probationers, parents, relatives, attorneys, judges, and other interested persons.
- Conducts correspondence and supervises the maintenance of necessary records.
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Instructs and trains staff in group control techniques, safety, security precautions, and other operational procedures.
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Resolves the more complex problem situations.
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Ensures compliance by subordinate staff with facility and departmental rules and regulations.
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Responsible for specialized units or functions such as intensive care units or night shift care and custody.
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Ensures that accurate and timely charting and record keeping activities are maintained, and makes reports as required.
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Acts as Officer of the Day of the facility.
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Evaluates the performance of subordinates and takes corrective action as needed.
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Assesses possible violations of policy involving staff and/or youth and refers for investigation as necessary.
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Recommends new or revised operational procedures.
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Ensures that the transportation of youth to other Probation facilities, courts, or other locations is carried out.
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Directs officers, de-escalates and appropriately intervenes to deter or end an incident by following established de-escalation guidelines or tactics.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Our Assessment Process:This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:
Part I: Multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 50%, assessing :
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Management Potential
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Working to High Quality Standards
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Responsibility
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Achievement
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Willingness to Learn
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Accepting Others
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Showing Courtesy
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Working Relationships
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Analyzing Information
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Learning Quickly
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Compliance with Rules and Regulations
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Adapting to Change
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Controlling Emotions
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Working Energetically
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Reading Comprehension
Candidates may be invited to participate in both Part I and II. However, only those that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher in Part I, will have Part II scored.
Part II: Evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 50%, assessing:
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Experience supervising juveniles in an institutional setting.
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Experience overseeing juveniles and/or adults in the community.
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Experience performing administrative assignments.
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Supervisor/leadership training.
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Applicants must meet the requirements and receive a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted parts of the exam to be placed on the eligible register.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS-
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
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This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. An interactive Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
You can also access test preparation for the computerized portion of the test by going to https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/. While the guides will help you prepare for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION
Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the list accordingly. We will use this list to fill vacancies in the Probation Department as they occur.
We may use an alternative banding method in line with Civil Service Rule 11.01(D)
AVAILABLE SHIFTAny
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
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Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, access to complete an application is available at public libraries throughout the county.
All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Testing Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, contact the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at
[email protected]. We require a completed "
Request for Reasonable Accommodation" form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request.
Department Contact Name: Probation Examinations - Kenny Lu
Department Contact Number: (562) 940-2659
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
Testing Accommodations Coordinator: [email protected]
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
