Santa Ana College in collaboration with the Orange County Probation Department

presents

VIA #3 (Volunteer Internship Academy)
for those interested in seeking employment with the Orange County Probation Department

Fall Semester 2008
Criminal Justice TKT#2219801

Minimum Requirements for Employment as a Deputy Juvenile Correctional Officer

Applicants Must:

• Have graduated from high school, attained a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test, passed a California High School Proficiency Examination, or have attained a two-year or four-year degree from an accredited college or university.
• Pass a background investigation to the satisfaction of the Probation Department including, but not limited to, the use of controlled substances, criminal conduct, and employment history.
• Not have been convicted of any felony and must not be on any form of probation.
• Be a U.S. citizen or must be a permanent resident alien who qualifies for and has filed for citizenship by date of application.
• Be at least 20 years of age at time of application.
• Be free from any physical or emotional condition, which might adversely affect exercise of peace officer powers, as determined by a licensed examining authority in accordance with the California Movement Codes.
• Within the prescribed time limit after appointment, successfully complete an academy class as required by the California Corrections Standards Authority and the Orange County Probation Department.
• Applications will only be accepted online at Orange County Government Online Job Listing. Once an online application has been submitted, those meeting the minimum qualifications will receive an invitation to the written test. Apply at www.ocgov.com/probation.

Volunteer Internship Academy (VIA) Internship Opportunity

Santa Ana College in collaboration with the Orange County Probation Department will be offering a two semester Internship Certified Program for those students who may be interested in employment with the Probation Department. VIA #3 will begin in the Fall of 2008 and students may earn up to a total of 6.5 units in two consecutive semesters. All meetings will take place at the Probation Grand Avenue Office (GAO) located at 1001 South Grand Avenue in Santa Ana.

First Semester: Requires 40 hours of classroom lecture provided by experienced staff from the Probation Department who are experts in their field. Classes will be held on Wednesday nights from 6:00 PM to 9:10 PM. They will provide training on the mission, values, and ethics of the department. Also included will be an overview of the department and specific topics such as Confidentiality - Client’s Right to Privacy, Juvenile and Adult Court, Field Services, Domestic Violence, Sex Offender, Substance Abuse, Gang Violence Suppression, and Officer Safety. Two Saturday classes will be required to tour Probation’s Juvenile Institutions (combined total of 12 hours). In addition, each student is required to complete 15 hours of Job Shadowing for a total of 3.5 semester units.

Second Semester: Requires students to complete an internship of a minimum of 144 hours (3 units). The internship will be under the supervision of probation staff at various probation department facilities. Students will be required to consult periodically with their instructor from Santa Ana College.

Upon successful completion of the two semesters, the Orange County Probation Department will award each student a “Certificate of Completion.” Students who are at least 20 years of age, who have successfully completed the program, are encouraged to apply for employment with the Probation Department as a Deputy Juvenile Correctional Officer (DJCO) or continue as a Volunteer in Probation (VIP).

Minimum Requirements for Volunteer Internship Academy (VIA)

• Be at least 18 years of age and provide proof of legal residency in the United States.
• Have successfully completed a Criminal Justice 101 Class and/or similar training or experience.
• Not be on formal or informal probation or parole for at least one year prior to the start of the VIA Program.
• Not have used illegal drugs for at least one year.
• Obtain a test for tuberculosis with negative results.
• Pass a background check to the satisfaction of the Probation Department.
• First semester students must attend General Information Meeting (GIM) prior to the first class. (See below)

For further information, please contact

- Darlyne Pettinicchio (OCPD) at 714-796-0426
- Santa Ana College web site

2008	Training Location
General Information Meetings 7:00 – 9:00 PM	Orange County Probation Department Grand Avenue Office (GAO) 1001 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92705
Tuesday June 17 Tuesday July 15 Thursday August 21 Monday September 08 Monday October 20 Monday November 17 Monday December 08

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