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About the Role

The Chief Deputy Adult Probation Officer (CDAPO) at the San Francisco Adult Probation Department (SFAPD) provides leadership to organize, plan, and manage the department's daily activities, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. This role supports the Chief Probation Officer (CPO) in strategic planning, staff development, budget management, and operational oversight.

Responsibilities

• Formulate strategic plans for client rehabilitation and staff safety.
• Collaborate with agencies, law enforcement, stakeholders, and community groups on programs and services.
• Analyze staffing and performance data to ensure operational equity and efficiency.
• Develop and train staff, assisting the CPO in key division operations.
• Assist in preparing and controlling the annual budget.
• Stay current with trends in leadership development, criminal justice, technology, and evidence-based practices.
• Prioritize and practice staff wellness, professional development, and engagement.
• Promote employee recognition.
• Design strategies with subordinate staff for performance assessment, feedback, and evaluation.
• Ensure subordinate staff manage data and documentation for reports and records.
• Direct the development and implementation of goals, initiatives, programs, policies, and strategic plans.
• Manage resource allocation and oversee service levels.
• Ensure grievance and discipline practices align with MOUs.
• Set objectives and monitor subordinate staff performance.
• Assist in establishing departmental personnel management policies and procedures.
• Oversee internal affairs and investigate citizen complaints.
• Coordinate complaint resolution and recommend corrective actions.
• Represent the department with the City Attorney and other agencies.
• Consult with the Mayor and/or Board of Supervisors staff on behalf of the Chief.
• Coordinate with other City departments to address service needs.
• Represent the Department before commissions, boards, committees, and media.
• Lead division directors and managers to discuss program problems.
• Establish project priorities and review management reports.
• Evaluate service levels and performance standards.
• Advise staff on current developments, personnel matters, and policy changes.
• Work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends.
• May be required to be armed.

Requirements

• Possession of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminology, Corrections, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a closely related field, or a Juris Doctorate (JD).
• Five (5) years of full-time supervisory experience in field services, institutional work, related special programs in a California County Probation Department or California Corrections Facility, or a government agency, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Criminology, Corrections, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, a JD, or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required general supervisory experience.
• Must meet all minimum standards for Peace Officer under Section 1031 of the Government code.
• Must be a citizen of the United States or a permanent resident eligible for and who has applied for citizenship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be fingerprinted for criminal record checks.
• Must be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation.
• Must be a high school graduate or possess an equivalent.
• Completion of any state-mandated trainings to meet peace officer requirements within one year of hire.
• Must pass POST law enforcement background investigation.
• Must pass a psychological examination prior to appointment.
• Conviction of a felony or a crime that would have been a felony in California is a bar to employment as a peace officer.

Skills

• Leadership
• Enthusiasm
• Professionalism
• Autonomy
• Strategic planning
• Collaboration
• Data analysis
• Staff development and training
• Budget management
• Knowledge of leadership development trends
• Knowledge of criminal justice reimagining
• Knowledge of technological advancements
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices
• Staff wellness and engagement
• Performance assessment and feedback
• Report preparation
• Record maintenance
• Goal setting
• Policy and procedure development
• Resource allocation
• Service level management
• Grievance and discipline practices
• Internal affairs investigation
• Complaint resolution
• Corrective action recommendation
• Inter-agency coordination
• Public representation
• Program problem-solving
• Project prioritization
• Performance standards evaluation
• Legislative process interpretation
• Knowledge of codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations
• Knowledge of adult probation services principles and trends
• Knowledge of Superior Court organization and operations
• Conflict management
• Organizational practices
• Written communication
• Oral communication
• Training program development
• Uplifting programs and initiatives
• Advancing equity and inclusion

Location

• San Francisco

Work Type

• Permanent Exempt
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Supervisory experience

Education Level

• Baccalaureate Degree
• Master's Degree
• Juris Doctorate (JD)

Salary/Compensations

• $161,382-$205,972 (Range A)
• $205,998 - $238,446 (Range B)

About the Company

• The San Francisco Adult Probation Department (SFAPD) values the individuality and diversity of justice involved adults.
• SFAPD recognizes the unique challenges justice involved adults face and invests in their success through services designed to help them permanently exit the criminal justice system.
• Reentry and rehabilitative services complement supervision strategies by providing a blend of opportunity and accountability.
• SFAPD extends a continuum of integrated services to address clients’ criminogenic needs and empower them to become productive community members.
• SFAPD dedicates energy toward enhancing public safety, seeking victim restoration and accountability, and providing structured, evidence-based supervision on behalf of the Superior Court of San Francisco.

Equal Opportunity

• The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.
• Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or any other protected category under the law.