JOB

THE CURRENT VACANCY IS WITHIN THE SHASTA COUNTY PROBATION DEPARTMENT

ORAL EXAM IS TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR JULY 2026

SEE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION REGARDING

POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE

RESPONSES TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS REQUIRED

FINAL FILING DATE: JULY 6, 2026 AT 9:00 AM

SALARY INFORMATION

$23.22 - $29.63 APPROXIMATE HOURLY

Extra help positions are hourly employees that may work up to 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Benefits are not included.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Probation Department provides services and supervision, accountability, rehabilitation, and support services for both youth and adults in the criminal justice system to include divisionary services, conducts pre-sentence/adjudication investigations, prepares sentencing and disposition reports and other court ordered reports, makes placement recommendations for juveniles and adults, completes assessments, and develops case plans. Following sentencing/disposition, the department monitors adults placed on formal supervision and juveniles placed on supervision by the court and given terms of probation. The major divisions and "core" functions of the department are adult and juvenile intake and supervision, adult pretrial services, and the Community Corrections Center providing reentry services.

The Shasta County Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility (JRF) is a 24-hour secure detention facility administered by the Probation Department. The JRF is responsible for the care, custody, and control of youth and transitional-aged youth up to twenty-five years of age. Our mission is accomplished by ensuring staff hold residents accountable while encouraging them to embrace positive community values, accept responsibility, and cultivate healthy relationships which is accomplished by ensuring staff serve as role models and project an appearance, attitude, and behavior which creates an atmosphere conducive to positive change, and by working closely with our community partners to deliver research-driven programs targeting the individual needs of our population.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under direction, to perform cooking and related kitchen duties at an adult or juvenile security facility; to supervise kitchen helpers; to order supplies and keep records; instruct and assist inmates in laundry operation; and to perform related work as required.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Shifts for this position will be scheduled on an as-needed basis, which can include weekends.

An individual will be required to pass a background investigation relevant to working in a law enforcement office or facility prior to be hired.

Extra help positions are hourly employees that may work up to 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Benefits are not included.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a journey-level cook class used in the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility. The Cook II differs from the Cook I class in that the Cook II must train and supervise trusties/wards as kitchen and laundry help; places orders for perishable goods such as produce and dairy products; bakes much of the bread and pastries used. The Cook II at the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility is the relief cook.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Prepares, cooks and dispenses soups, meats, dairy and poultry products, fish, and vegetables according to standardized menus and special diets; trains and coordinates the activities of trusties/wards in food preparation; bakes bread and pastries; orders perishable goods such as produce and dairy products; maintains inventory records; rotates stock; supervises the cleaning of the kitchen and the equipment; plans and supervises the processing of laundry including the receiving, marking and sorting of laundry articles; establishes work schedules; enforces safety practices; inventories and requisitions supplies; maintains a record of all laundry items and supplies; writes incident reports as necessary; performs other duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until 9:00 a.m., on July 6, 2026.A resume and/or cover letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements such as, “refer to resume and/or cover letter,” or “see attached resume and/or cover letter” the employment application must be completed in its entirety prior to submission. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered.

Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion in the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office.

Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities. Requests for accommodations may be made to the Shasta County Personnel Office by the filing deadline posted on this bulletin. Shasta County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you feel you are being denied service based on a disability, our ADA Coordinator may be reached at (530) 225-5515; relay service (800) 735-2922; fax (530) 225-5345.

Shasta County will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Shasta County is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting Fair Chance Act | CRD.

SHASTA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Shasta County Personnel

1450 Court Street, Suite 348; Redding, CA 96001; (530) 225-5515

County of Shasta

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