City and County of San Francisco

Asst. Chief Probation Officer, Juvenile Probation (#8413)

$79.94-$102.03 Hourly / $13,856.00-$17,684.00 Monthly / $166,270.00-$212,212.00 Yearly


Definition

Under general administrative direction, plans, coordinates and directs the administrative and financial operations of the Juvenile Probation Department, including budgeting, staffing, and program development; implements and enforces policy as determined by the Chief Probation Officer; manages administrative and fiscal functions of staff services, supervises Division Directors and managers of department programs; acts as Executive Officer in the absence of the Chief Probation Officer; and performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Features

This position reports to the Chief Probation Officer and is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of department programs, policies and procedures; oversees the operation of all department programs; monitors and reviews division operations for effectiveness and conformance to policies, procedures and regulations. It is distinguished from the Chief Probation Officer in that the latter is the head of the department responsible for the City's juvenile court services and the overall administration of the Juvenile Probation Department. It is further distinguished from other managers by its responsibilities for the daily administrative supervision of all program operations through subordinate Division Directors and managers.

Supervision Exercised

The Assistant Chief Probation Officer supervises all management staff responsible for division programs and administrative functions.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

"The class specification shall be descriptive of the class and shall not be considered as a restriction on the assignment of duties not specifically listed." (CSC Rule 9)

1. Plans, organizes and coordinates program strategies for juvenile services, including supervision of Juvenile Hall court wards, probation services, Log Cabin residents, community programs, information services, finance and administration, training and personnel management; reviews various correctional studies and reports to identify program problems or issues and addresses department needs and services; implements organizational changes and interprets policies, procedures, regulations and directives to staff.

2. Establishes operational goals and objectives to ensure compliance with the department's mission statement, policies, mandates, state and federal requirements.

3. Consults with division directors and managers to discuss program problems and issues; establishes project priorities, reviews management reports to monitor program status; evaluates service levels and performance standards; advises staff on current developments, personnel matters, policy or procedural changes.

4. Coordinates the department's training program; evaluates the overall effectiveness of required training and implements an improved or specialized training to address project needs.

5. As directed, represents the Chief Probation Officer at meetings with officials, Board of Supervisors, commissions, legislative bodies, employee representatives, community groups, labor organizations and other interested parties.

6. Confers with management staff regarding work performance and evaluation, employee grievance and discipline.

7. Assists in preparing and administering the annual budget; reviews budget estimates and requests; maintains budgetary controls of expenditures, use of equipment, facility space and staff, directs resources in developing programs, grant applications, projects and assists in securing potential funding.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: considerable knowledge of principles, methods and techniques in administering juvenile probation services and applicable laws, codes, statutes and policies; considerable knowledge of budget preparation and fiscal management; principles and practices of organizational management, supervision and training.

Ability to: effectively manage, supervise and coordinate the activities of several programs; develop and implement organizational programs; exercise judgement and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures; communicate tactfully and effectively with employees, management staff, officials, representatives, the media and the general public; prepare and present oral and written reports and recommendations clearly, logically and concisely.

Experience and Training

Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

Experience: seven years of progressively responsible experience in social work or justice administration in areas of probation, youth services and delinquency prevention, including four years of management and supervision in an organization associated with delivery of services in probation, corrections or justice programs.

Training: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in social science, administration of justice, business or public administration, or related fields.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Special requirement: must meet Peace Officers Standard Training requirements (POST). Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: ability to work in a standard office environment.

Note: this class is exempt from Civil Service examination under Charter Section 10. 104 (6).

Disaster Service Workers

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City 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.

CLASS: 8413; EST: 1/1/1900; REV: 1/1/1900;