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PERSONNEL / PROBATION - Chief Probation Officer Pam Gonzalez
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Requested Action(s)
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a) RESOLUTION - Request adoption of a resolution to amend the FY 2024-25 Position Allocation List (PAL), (Reso #2024-080), by adding one (1.00 FTE) Deputy Probation Officer IV (Limited Term) allocation with a sunset date of 12/31/25, effective 6/24/25
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Financial Impact:
If approved, the requested action will result in an increase cost to the Public Safety Fund of approximately $74,196.
Background Information:
To address ongoing operational challenges, the Tehama County Probation Department is requesting to amend the Position Allocation List (PAL) by adding one (1.00) temporary Deputy Probation Officer IV allocation, with a sunset date of 12/31/25. The operational challenges are a result of an employee’s extended medical leave of absence, which leaves the Department short-staffed in a key supervisory role. The Department has experienced significant challenges in maintaining stability within the supervisor position, often relying on employees working out of class. This practice has led to unclear hierarchy and chain of command issues, affecting overall departmental cohesion and efficiency. The addition of a temporary Deputy Probation Officer IV allocation would allow the Department to stabilize leadership, ensure better-defined roles among staff, and promote operational consistency.
The Tehama County Peace Officers’ Association has been notified and is in agreement with the requested action.