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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 III and Juvenile Corrections Officer III - Bilingual.
ABOUT THE POSITION
There is currently one (1) vacancy for a Juvenile Corrections Officer III (JCO III) within the Marin County Probation Department which will be filled at either the Juvenile Corrections Officer III or Juvenile Corrections Officer III Bilingual level.
Working within the broad social and philosophical values held by the community and the corrections field, JCO III’s perform intensive supervision of minors in the custody and care of Juvenile Hall and provide lead direction and training to Juvenile Corrections Officers I/II. JCO III’s may also:- Assist in program development.
- Observe and report on behavior problems and physical complaints of detainees.
- Assign work and trains other staff in work procedures.
- Counsel groups and individuals.
- Prepare and submit daily logs and observation and incident reports.
- Liaise and participate in casework with probation officers.
- Maintain awareness of security and disciplinary needs.
- Perform intake and release duties.
- Transport juveniles in the event of an emergency.
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
The Highly Qualified Candidate has demonstrated experience working with and supervising a juvenile population in a criminal justice setting and have a track record of working cooperatively with coworkers, agency partners, clients and the public. They can identify problems, assess alternative courses of action and exercise sound reasoning in order to arrive at logical conclusions. In addition, the ideal candidate has personal and professional integrity; is highly organized; possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills; approaches their work with enthusiasm; and demonstrates a strong commitment to empowerment through communication, collaboration and cooperation. They are self-motivated and possesses a desire to seek continual improvement in departmental processes and procedures to affect positive outcomes in the criminal justice system.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to completion of four years of college or possession of a Bachelors degree with major course work in behavioral sciences, social welfare, social case work, counseling and guidance, psychology, criminology, corrections, education, recreation or a closely related field; OR 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 one year of journey level experience in group supervision and counseling of minors in a detention setting at a level equivalent to the County of Marin's Juvenile Corrections Officer II.
Certifications:
Willingness and ability to maintain certificates in First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Search and Arrest Procedures as required by California State Penal Code Section 832.
Bilingual Testin g/Certification : Please note. For those applying for bilingual positions: A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidates possess the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
California Government Code Section 1031 requires that all applicants:- Be 18 years of age or older by the application filing deadline date.
- Have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness (felony law convictions will be disqualifying).
- Be a citizen of the United States (or must have filed for citizenship with the Department of Immigration one year prior to employment application date).
- Be fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
- Complete and pass a comprehensive psychological test administered by the Probation Department of designated agency.
California State Board of Corrections, Standards and Training Commission (STC) requires that candidates participate in an annual STC approved training.
The California State Board of Corrections, Standards and Training Commission (BSCC) requires completion of the Core Standard and Training for Corrections (STC) to perform duties of this position.
Working Conditions : 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.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for temporary/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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