Probation Division Chief

Supplemental Information

10/2/2026 – Deadline to submit application and required documents.

10/12/2026 – Tentative week for scoring supplemental questions.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted.  These provisions are subject to change.

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position. All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:   Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service.   The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment.   Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents 

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

AND:

• Experience: Two years of experience as a Probation Services Manager, Assistant Superintendent, Juvenile Correctional Counselor Manager or equivalent
• four (4) years of experience as a Deputy Probation Officer (Supervising), or four (4) years of Juvenile Correctional Counselor (Supervising), or equivalent
• Note : While a degree in a specific field is not required, the possession of Bachelor's degree or higher in one of the following fields is desired and may be a factor considered during the rating and/or selection process: criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology or a closely related field
• LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS :
• Applicants are required to possess a valid California Driver's License, Class C
• Applicants are required to possess the following:
• Juvenile Corrections Officer Core Certificate or Probation Officer Core training certificate issued by the California State Standards and Training for Corrections Program or equivalent
• Supervisor Core training certificate issued by the California State Standards and Training for Corrections Program or equivalent
• Manager and Administrator Core training certificate issued by the California State Standards and Training for Corrections Program within twelve (12) months of appointment.
• Applicants are required to possess a valid California Driver's License, Class C.
• Incumbents of this class have limited Peace Officer powers as delineated in the California Penal Code and must meet training requirements in accordance with Penal Code Section 832 within twelve (12) months of appointment.
• Incumbents assigned to an armed unit must obtain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification prior to assignment and must maintain the certification while assigned to the unit.
• Incumbents must complete annual training in accordance with Title 15, Division 1 of the California Administrative Code.
• Note: All licenses, certificates and registrations must be kept current while employed in this class
• This may include the completion of continuing education units to maintain the required registration in good standing
• Incumbents must keep their licenses, certifications and registrations current and failure to do so may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with applicable bargaining agreement

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Solano County Sheriff's Office is Martin Rivera.