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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
Ready to make a difference in your community? The Marin County Probation Department is conducting a recruitment for Juvenile Corrections Officer I and Juvenile Corrections Officer I - Bilingual.
ABOUT THE POSITION
There are currently no vacancies; this recruitment is being conducted to establish eligible lists to fill future vacancies for Juvenile Corrections Officer I and Juvenile Corrections Officer I - Bilingual.
Juvenile Corrections Officers provide supervision, custody and care of minors detained in the Marin County Juvenile Hall following established policy and procedure. Juvenile Corrections Officers play an important role in initiating the process of change and making each juvenile’s detention as positive and productive as possible.
B i lingual assignments are distinguished by the required proficiency in the English language as well as a designated second language, in this case, Spanish and a caseload that requires the second language for the majority of the work performed. Proficiency requires the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form, sufficient to convey information and instructions to the public and other employees.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified Candidate : The highly qualified candidate possesses a combination of education and experience that provides a general understanding of the issues surrounding a juvenile population in a criminal justice setting. The candidate will have experience monitoring the health and well-being of a group of youths, taking into account human behavior patterns and the social, economic and ethnic factors of the population and the ability to identify problems, assess alternative courses of action and exercise sound reasoning in order to arrive at logical conclusions. In addition, the ideal candidate must have personal and professional integrity; be highly organized; possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; approach their work with enthusiasm; demonstrate a strong commitment to empowerment through communication, collaboration, and cooperation.
They have strong written communication skills in order to prepare clear, accurate and well-organized reports. Additionally, the ability to verbally communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including various government and social agencies, court personnel, departmental staff, offenders, and individuals from a variety of backgrounds is essential.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of 60 semester units from a college or university which included a minimum of 12 semester units in behavioral sciences, social welfare, social case work, counseling and guidance, psychology, criminology, corrections, education, recreation, or a closely related field AND achieve a passing score on the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) written examination or alternative examination as approved under Title 15 CCR, Section 132 prior to appointment.
Bilingual Testin g :
Bilingual Testing/Certification:The successful candidate must possess bilingual skills and must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English prior to appointment. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.
Certificates and Licenses:
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s license is required and must be maintained while employed in the classification.
Willingness and ability to obtain certificates in First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) prior to completion of the one-year probationary period.
Completion of the California state requirements of POST PC 832 AND STC Juvenile Corrections Officer Core training courses which must be completed prior to the end of the probationary period
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Applicants must be 21 years of age or older by the application filing deadline date.
In accordance with California Government Code, Section 1029 - 1031, and the California Corrections Standards Authority, Title 15, Section 131, Minimum Standards for Selection, candidates must be willing to and successfully pass a thorough background investigation process and complete and pass a physical evaluation and psychological evaluation prior to appointment. Each employee shall meet the following minimum standards as required:- Be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.
- Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
- Be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
- Be a high school graduate or equivalent as defined by state law.
- Be found free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, that might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a peace officer.
Felony law convictions or any other convictions identified in Section 1029 of the Government Code will be disqualifying.
Physical/Mental Demands : Employees in these classifications must be found free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a Peace Officer, as determined by a licensed examining authority in accordance with the California Government Code.
Working Environment : Must be able to work shift assignments and any hours of the day or night, weekends, holidays, and work in a locked detention facility.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Colleen Beck at Colleen.Beck @MarinCounty.gov .
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.
Please note. For those applying for bilingual positions: Bilingual assignments are distinguished by the required proficiency in the English language as well as a designated second language, in this case, Spanish and a caseload that requires the second language for the majority of the work performed. Proficiency requires the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form, sufficient to convey information and instructions to the public and other employees.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time, part-time or contingent positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 12/28/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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