Assistant Superintendent - Probation Services Manager (20645009)

The County of San Mateo Probation Department is seeking highly qualified candidates with exceptional leadership qualities for the position of Assistant Superintendent - Probation Services Manager.

Please click here to review the job brochure for details about the position. For a PDF version of the brochure, please click here.

ABOUT THE ROLE ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Superintendent of Institutions, the Assistant Superintendent plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the care, custody, and rehabilitation of youth in juvenile hall. You’ll manage core operations and supervise staff across functional areas while fostering a culture rooted in accountability, respect, and positive transformation. Inside the hallways of the Youth Services Center School Department. This role requires sound judgment, strong administrative skills, and a deep understanding of juvenile justice practices. You’ll work closely with medical and mental health professionals, court representatives, and community partners to ensure comprehensive support for youth in custody.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervise and support Institution Services Managers and facility staff
• Ensure safe and effective operation of juvenile facilities in compliance with state and local policies
• Interpret court orders and oversee appropriate case execution
• Collaborate with law enforcement, health providers, and educational institutions
• Guide staff development, training, and performance evaluation
• Analyze data, prepare reports, and drive operational improvements
• Represent the Probation Department at meetings, hearings, and public forums
• Promote a rehabilitative environment focused on growth, accountability, and future success for detained youth

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE:

• Knowledge of human behavior, justice systems, or rehabilitation, gained through education, training, or experience
• Ability to perform probation-related duties like case management, report writing, and collaboration with partners
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse populations
• Sound judgment in applying policies and procedures fairly
• Experience handling complex casework in a public agency, nonprofit, or justice-related setting
• Experience promoting a rehabilitative milieu focused on future success for detained youth

A typical way to gain these skills may include a bachelor’s degree in a related field such as sociology, psychology, or justice studies, or two years of relevant experience in probation or community-based work.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST

Application Screening: August 11 - 15, 2025

In-Person Civil Service Panel Interviews: August 28 and/or 29, 2025