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County of Los Angeles Probation Department

VISION

Rebuild Lives and Provide for Healthier and Safer Communities

 
MISSION

Enhance Public Safety, Ensure Victims’ Rights and Effect Positive Probationer Behavioral Change

 

LOS ANGELES COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT CORE VALUES

We fundamentally subscribe to the fair and impartial administration of justice and embrace the following values:

Dignity & Respect for our clients, public and employees.

Integrity to do the right things for the right reasons – all of the time.

Leadership to develop an organization that is sustainable and will attain national prominence.

Rehabilitation is founded in a belief that people have the ability to transform into law-abiding individuals.

Contribution of everyone is valued and everyone has the opportunity to perform to their highest potential.

Commitment to providing service excellence to achieve positive outcomes for healthy families and communities.

Collaboration by working with others to maximize efforts and achieve positive results.

Evidence-based practices and policies as a way of assuring that our best efforts are leading to desired outcomes.

 Work with us!!

The Los Angeles County Probation Department offers a wide range of career opportunities. A career with L.A. County Probation offers a uniquely rewarding opportunity to become an essential part of your community. We are the largest Probation Department in the nation with more than 6,600 employees.  L.A. County Probation is a dynamic and evidence based  department with careers in law enforcement and community service that range from special enforcement and investigations in addition to housing-based programs working with families and children.  We also have all the ancillary jobs that support our critical mission.

Our mission is to rebuild lives.  Our goal is to do this with integrity and the highest standards.

Jun 27, 2025
Full time
DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I (RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT/DETENTION SERVICES) - LATERAL
$65,430 - $83,515 yearly
County of Los Angeles Probation Department Los Angeles, CA, USA
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity This is a non-competitive examination pursuant to Civil Service Rule 8.02. It is merely intended to qualify applicants. EXAM NUMBER F8608B–L FILING PERIOD    The application filing period will begin on January 6, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) – Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates. Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?   The Probation Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see...
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER II (TREATMENT AND COUNSELING)
$77,370 - $110,077 yearly
County of Los Angeles Probation Department Los Angeles, CA, USA
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:   Open Competitive Job Opportunity   The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way in rebuilding lives and making our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies, our goal is to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through a "Care First, Jails Last" approach.   Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?   The Probation Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and the community? Then join our team!  ...
Jun 27, 2025
Full time
DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER I (RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT/DETENTION SERVICES)
$65,430 - $83,515 yearly
County of Los Angeles Probation Department Los Angeles, CA, USA
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:  Open Competitive Job Opportunity   The Los Angeles County Probation Department is leading the way in rebuilding lives and making our communities healthier and safer. Working hand in hand with the Board of Supervisors and partner agencies, our goal is to promote rehabilitation and reduce recidivism through a "Care First, Jails Last" approach. Are you looking for a place to make a difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about helping and guiding youth? Are you a respected and creative member of the community?   The Probation Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who can assist and advise youth on ways to redirect behavior into pro-social channels, while assisting youth in managing their behavior through coaching, counseling, and acknowledging pro-social behavior. Do you see yourself making a difference in the organization's mission and the community? Then join our team!   CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS...
Jun 25, 2025
Full time
SAFETY AND SECURITY SPECIALIST
$46 yearly
County of Los Angeles Probation Department CA, USA
  TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN NON-COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY   This is a non-competitive examination pursuant to Civil Service Rule 6.02. It is merely intended to qualify applicants.  EXAM NUMBER F2746A-R   APPLICATION FILING PERIOD Applications may be submitted starting at 8:00 am (PT) on April 25, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service have been met. This recruitment is subject to closure without prior notice. DEFINITION: Performs a variety of tasks related to the security and safety of the Los Angeles County departmental facilities and personnel.   CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocated to this class are non-peace officer positions assigned to provide security in and around departmental facilities and properties and typically report to the on-site supervising officer or manager. Positions are required to carry a firearm while in the performance of their...