The Probation Department's Human Resources Division is responsible for the following:

• Facilitates the hiring and exit of employees. This includes recruitment, testing and processing. Human Resources provides services to the 170 Department employees
• Conducts pre employment or pre volunteer background investigations for all volunteers and employees. Background investigations for sworn position applicants are conducted pursuant to Section 1031 of the Government Code, and Standards set forth by the State Commission for Peace Officer Standards and Training. Depending on the position this investigation may include:
• Criminal records investigation
• Financial records investigation
• Employment reference evaluation
• Psychological/medical evaluation
• Confirming the validity of all licenses, certificates, etc. required by the position
• Process employee performance evaluations, and maintain all employee files current and in a secure manner consistent with local, state and federal personnel mandates.
• Ensures all employees undergo County mandated annual training in the prevention of sexual harassment and other forms of hostile behavior.
• Conducts internal investigations regarding allegations that employees have violated a law or County Policy.
• Process all workman’s compensation claims, and coordinates work station assessments.
• Leadership Program — as part of a succession program for staff who aspire to supervisory or management positions.