Job description
Definition and Class Characteristics
Join the Nevada County Probation team and benefit our community by supporting the courts and fostering positive change in the individuals we serve!
- Collaborate with Nevada County Superior Court, law enforcement partners, and other Health & Human Services departments.
- Investigate, supervise and support adult and juvenile clients in becoming productive members of the community.
- Recommend sentencing to the Courts and provide for the rehabilitation of clients.
- Enthusiastic about the Probation Department’s mission.
- A collaborative participant in department projects.
- A motivating force to help clients achieve goals through evidence-based practices.
Deputy Probation Officer I is the preparative class of the series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform duties of increasing complexity.
Deputy Probation Officer II is the advanced journey level in the class series. Incumbents are fully qualified to autonomously perform the full range of duties and exercise considerable independent judgment in providing supervision and counseling to a caseload of clients, conducting pre-court investigations, and recommending sentencing to the Courts.
Work with one of the top probation departments in California! The Nevada County Probation Department conducts research to provide evidence-based programming for clients in the criminal justice system. Nevada County Probation prides itself in having the lowest prison recidivism rate in the state. The department works closely with the Nevada County Superior Court, treatment providers, law enforcement, and justice partners inside and outside of the County. Numerous Probation employees have earned awards at the state level for their hard work and dedication to the field. Much of this is due to the focus on hiring quality individuals combined with an emphasis on professional training.
Our full-time staff members enjoy an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to:
- Flexible schedules and telework options, depending on program needs
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 11 holidays plus 2 floating holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Dependent Care Account (DCA)
- 529 Education Savings Plan
- Deferred compensation plan including 401(a), 457(b) and Roth options
- CalPERS retirement
The County of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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NOTE:
This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific summaries and agreements (MOUs) for specific benefit information.
Holidays:
11 paid holidays per year.
Paid Leave Program (Combination of Vacation and Sick Leave):
0-5 years:165 hrs/year;6-10 years:192 hrs/yr.;11+ years:200 hrs/yr. Maximum accrual is 320 hours.
Floating Holiday:
16 hours max;24 hours max after 14 years of service.
Medical, Dental and Vision Plans:
County of Nevada offers CalPERS' suite of medical plan offerings. We offer Delta Dental Coverage and Vision Service Plan (VSP) vision coverage. You may elect medical insurance for yourself only or you and your eligible dependents. You may elect dental and vision insurance for yourself only or for you and your eligible dependents. Your choice regarding medical insurance enrollment is separate from your election for dental and vision insurance. Dental and vision insurance are bundled, however (this means if you elect dental insurance, you must also elect vision insurance.)
Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package (including medical, dental and vision coverage). In 2020, the amount the County contributes for employee only coverage is $568 per month;for employee + one coverage, $1,113 per month;and for family coverage, $1,484 per month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in Nevada County's plans, the County offers a $300 monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. For part-time employees working 50% or more, the County contribution will be pro-rated. As an example, a 50% employee will only receive the benefit of 50% of the county contribution rates listed above, increase out-of-pocket costs significantly.
Life Insurance:
The County pays the premium for life insurance equal to $20,000. Optional life insurance is also available for purchase by the employee.
Disability Insurance
The County provides a supplemental short- and long-term disability insurance benefit equal to 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage. The County also participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund for short-term disability.
Employee Assistance Program
The County-sponsored Employee Assistance provides confidential counseling, coaching, and wellness services to employees and their eligible dependents.
Deferred Compensation
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program and FSA (Flexible Spending Arrangement). Deposits into these plans are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation account.
Retirement:
The County is in the Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security. The various Retirement Plans are listed below:
"Legacy Members"- 2.7% @ 55
Final Retirement Compensation based on Single Highest Year. Effective July 1, 2016, employees contribute a total of 10.585% towards the employer share of the PERS contribution. Employer pays the normal employee contribution and reports it as EPMC.
"Classic Members" to PERS- 2% @ 60
Final Retirement Compensation based on Highest Three-Year Average. Employee contributes the normal 7% employee contribution.
"New Members" to PERS- 2.0% @ 62
Final Retirement Compensation based on Highest Three-Year Average. Employee contributes one- half of the total normal cost of the employer contribution.
CalPERS defines "new members" as:
(1) A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any other California public retirement system.
(2) A new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system.
(3) A member who established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is hired by a different CalPERS employer after January 1, 2013, after a break in service of greater than six months.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010
Comments, please email:human.resources@co.nevada.ca.us
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