Santa Barbara County is located approximately 100 miles north of Los Angeles and 300 miles south of San Francisco, with Ventura and San Luis Obispo bordering either side often referred to locally as the “Tri-Counties”. Santa Barbara County is celebrating a remarkable milestone in 2025, 175 years since its founding as one of California’s original 27 counties. Established on February 18, 1850, the County has grown from its early days into a vibrant region known for its cultural heritage, natural beauty, and strong sense of community and resilience.

The Santa Barbara County Probation Department is dedicated to promoting public safety and fostering positive change in our community. The Department operates four (4) field service offices, two (2) Adult Probation Report and Resource Centers, and one (1) Juvenile Justice Center. At the heart of the Department lies a team of 330 passionate professionals, 65% of whom are deputized or have peace officer powers. The Chief Probation Officer, who is selected by the judges of the Superior Court and appointed by the Presiding Judge, has overall responsibility for the Department. There are three (3) sworn Deputy Chief Probation Officers. Each is responsible for operations of a specific division and/or discipline: Adult Community Supervision Services; Adult Pretrial and Court Services; and Juvenile Services and Facilities. Fiscal, Revenue Recovery, Professional Standards Unit, Information Technology.

Under the direction of the Chief Probation Officer, the DCPO will plan, organize and direct the activities of a Division in the Probation Department including but not limited to: implementing policy as determined by the Chief Probation Officer; acting for the Chief Probation Officer during absences; chairing countywide and multidisciplinary workgroups; and performing related work, as required. As a member of the executive team, a DCPO is responsible for embracing innovation and providing vision and guidance to meet the challenges of the present and shape the Department of the future, while maintaining or exceeding the current standard of excellence.

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking a seasoned Probation professional to join the high-performing department. This is a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and advance your career. Requires equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or related field, and seven years of progressively responsible probation or parole experience, four years of which have included the management of programs and staff within criminal probation or parole; correctional, rehabilitative and/or detention institutions; or criminal justice programs. Only candidates with senior management supervision experience will be considered. This includes managing supervisors who in turn supervise probation officers.

Salary range: $167,514 to $213,790 DOQ

Please apply on-line by October 17, 2025 at www.allianceRC.com. For questions, contact Sherrill Uyeda (suyeda@alliancerc.com) or Wesley Herman (wherman@alliancerc.com) at (562) 901-0769. EEO/ADA.

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Deputy Chief Probation Officer (County of Santa Barbara, CA)

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