The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one (1) regular, full-time position in the class of Senior Detention Officer at the Probation department. THE POSITIONThis is a peace officer classification under Section 830.5 of the California Penal Code. Under direct supervision and in accordance with guidelines and procedures, incumbents are responsible for the supervision, custodial care and limited counseling of a group of youth or adults placed under the jurisdiction of the County Probation Officer. Staff assignments are generally made to the Juvenile Detention Facility, the Work Program, and/or the Transportation Division.
Incumbents serve in a lead capacity and are expected to perform a variety of duties involved with the supervision, custodial care, and limited counseling of youth and adults. The senior is the lead of a shift and performs tasks as required, including assuring the proper performance of duties assigned to staff during the shift by providing support, back up, and guidance where necessary. The Senior Detention Officer requires substantial independent judgment, the performance of more complex and difficult tasks, and the ability to independently coordinate and direct activities. Senior Detention Officers are issued and required to carry chemical agents while carrying out the primary functions of their employment. Positions assigned to the Work Program/Transportation shall be required to carry firearms. Incumbents must be willing to work irregular hours that may include working on shifts, weekends, and holidays.HOW TO APPLYInterested applicants should submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application and verification of education by the closing date. For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.To view the full job description, please clickhere.Age: At least 20 years of age; AND Education:Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of college with major work preferably in the behavioral sciences: AND Experience: One year of regular fulltime experience as a Detention Officer II in Yolo County, or an equivalent position in another County Juvenile Hall or State Youth Authority Agency. (Related experience may be substituted for the required college education on a year for year basis);AND Certificate: Successful completion of the Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Course provided by the CA Board of State and Community Correction - Standards and Training for Corrections Program. License:Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation. In addition, incumbents must meet the qualifications for the Class B California driver's license when required by the job assignment. Background Requirements: Incumbents in this classification are designated as peace officers in accordance with Section 830.5 of the California Penal Code. As such, the applicant must meet the standards stipulated in Sections 1029-1031.5 of the Government Code, which include the following:
Except under special circumstances, shall not have been convicted of a felony in this state or federal jurisdiction, or of any offense in any state or in any federal jurisdiction which would have been a felony if committed in this state. (Section 1029, California Government Code).
Shall have good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation. (Section 1031, California Government Code).
Through examination by a medical and psychiatric professional, found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of powers of a peace officer. (Section 1031, California Government Code).
Be a citizen of the United States. (Section 1031.5, California Government Code).
Special Requirements:Incumbents must successfully complete 24 hours of annual training as certified by the California Board of Corrections. This requirement shall continue for as long as the Probation Department participates in the State Standards and Training Program. Detention Officers are required to attend training as prescribed by the Department and/or legally mandated for Management of Assaultive Behavior, First Aid/CPR, Chemical Agents, and firearms. Positions assigned to the Work Program/Transportation Division shall meet the training requirements and quarterly qualifications set forth in the California Penal Code and overseen by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Program for firearms.It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the closing date. Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement. A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit verification of education for this position.Incomplete applications will be disqualified. The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process. The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.
Screen for Minimum Qualifications
Screen for Best Qualified
Department Selection Interviews
Reference Checks
Estimated Start Date: June 2026
Verification of EducationAcceptable forms of educational documentation are official or unofficial transcripts that list the student's name, institution name, field of study and date the degree was awarded. For recent graduateswho have not received proof of their degree yet, a letter from the registrar's office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation. Please do notsend originals; copies of the required documents are acceptable. Any submitted documents will not be returned. All foreign transcripts or diplomas must be in English. If the institution does not provide these documents in English, the applicant will need to provide a translation which has been done by a professional agency. The County of Yolo will accept education as equivalent to U.S. accreditation from Institutions that are listed as members of the International Association of Universities. You may check for your school by visiting the IAU web site (http://www.iau-aiu.net/content/institutions).Applicants who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university, must submit one of the following:1. A written statement from a U.S. accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required.2. An evaluation of the applicant's degree and coursework equivalency by a private organization that provides foreign credential evaluation services. The evaluation must include a comparison of comparable U.S. courses for content, credit and grade.Note: Foreign language documents must include a precise word-for-word English translation of all foreign language documents. It is the responsibility of each applicant to prove to the satisfaction of the County that the applicant meets the specific requirements listed on the job announcement for each specific examination. The following is a list of private organizations that provide foreign credential evaluation services. Fees range from $50 to $400 per document; processing times vary from 5-20 business days. For further information, please contact the organization(s). The County of Yolo does not endorse these business entities; this list has been developed for informational purposes only. EDUCATIONAL RECORDS EVALUATION SERVICE 601 University Ave., Suite 127 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 921-0790 www.eres.com
FOREIGN EDUCATION DOCUMENT SERVICE P.O. Box 151739 San Diego, CA 92175 (619) 265-5810 www.documentservice.org
CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH, EVALUATION & EDUCATION, INC. P.O. Box 18358 Anaheim, CA 92817 (714) 237-9272 www.iescaree.com
GLOBAL SERVICES ASSOCIATES, INC. 409 North Pacific Coast Highway, # 393 Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (310) 828-5709 www.globaleval.org
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH FOUNDATION CREDENTIALS EVALUATION SERVICE P.O. Box 3665 Culver City, CA 90231-3665 (310) 258-9451 www.ierf.org CONTACT INFORMATIONFor questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail atjobs@yolocounty.orgor by phone at (530) 666-8055.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYIt is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.
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