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Probation Officer roles sit at the intersection of public safety and social services, and H-1B visa sponsorship is available but concentrated among specific employer types. Government agencies, nonprofit supervision programs, and private corrections contractors each have different filing obligations and prevailing wage tiers under the DOL's LCA process.
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Empower Communities: Join us as a Deputy Probation Officer!
Please review our above Bulletin for information about the position.
Directions for applying for this Open and Promotional recruitment are provided below.
The San Mateo County Probation Department's role as a partner in the County's criminal justice system is to contribute to community safety through its law enforcement, court services, pretrial, supervision, and treatment referral functions. To learn more about the department, visit: https://www.smcgov.org/probation
APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.
A supplemental application questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
The examination will consist of a written test (weight: 100%). All tests will be held in San Mateo County, California. Applicants must participate at their own expense. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the tests. Applicants must adhere to the dates listed below. Applicant requests for alternate test dates and times will not be granted. Applicants successful on the written test will have their name placed on the eligible list, which will be used to fill anticipated vacancies.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis, and selections may be made at any time within the process.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Continuous
BSCC Written Exam: Continuous
Departmental Panel Interviews: Continuous
ABOUT THE COUNTY
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (05072026) (Deputy Probation Officer I/II - C001/C002)
ABOUT THE COMPANY
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department
San Mateo County government protects and enhances the health, safety, welfare, and natural resources of the community, and provides quality services that benefit and enrich the lives of the people of this community.
We are committed to:
- The highest standards of public service
- A common vision of responsiveness
- The highest standards of ethical conduct
- Treating people with respect and dignity
San Mateo County is located in the scenic San Francisco Bay Area. The County’s diverse population has approximately 750,000 residents, growing to over one million in daytime population. San Mateo County provides the benefits of a temperate climate and clean air, with abundant ocean sports and recreational activities. Rural open space areas, as well as metropolitan San Francisco, are within easy reach. San Mateo County government has a budget of $2.4 billion, with a workforce of over 5,400 employees in 22 departments and agencies.
San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
INTRODUCTION
Empower Communities: Join us as a Deputy Probation Officer!
Please review our above Bulletin for information about the position.
Directions for applying for this Open and Promotional recruitment are provided below.
The San Mateo County Probation Department's role as a partner in the County's criminal justice system is to contribute to community safety through its law enforcement, court services, pretrial, supervision, and treatment referral functions. To learn more about the department, visit: https://www.smcgov.org/probation
APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.
A supplemental application questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard San Mateo County employment application. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
The examination will consist of a written test (weight: 100%). All tests will be held in San Mateo County, California. Applicants must participate at their own expense. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the tests. Applicants must adhere to the dates listed below. Applicant requests for alternate test dates and times will not be granted. Applicants successful on the written test will have their name placed on the eligible list, which will be used to fill anticipated vacancies.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis, and selections may be made at any time within the process.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Continuous
BSCC Written Exam: Continuous
Departmental Panel Interviews: Continuous
ABOUT THE COUNTY
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (05072026) (Deputy Probation Officer I/II - C001/C002)
ABOUT THE COMPANY
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department
San Mateo County government protects and enhances the health, safety, welfare, and natural resources of the community, and provides quality services that benefit and enrich the lives of the people of this community.
We are committed to:
- The highest standards of public service
- A common vision of responsiveness
- The highest standards of ethical conduct
- Treating people with respect and dignity
San Mateo County is located in the scenic San Francisco Bay Area. The County’s diverse population has approximately 750,000 residents, growing to over one million in daytime population. San Mateo County provides the benefits of a temperate climate and clean air, with abundant ocean sports and recreational activities. Rural open space areas, as well as metropolitan San Francisco, are within easy reach. San Mateo County government has a budget of $2.4 billion, with a workforce of over 5,400 employees in 22 departments and agencies.
San Mateo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, typically criminal justice, social work, psychology, or counseling. A degree in an unrelated discipline weakens the specialty occupation argument and invites an RFE before USCIS approves the petition.
Target private corrections contractors over agencies
State and county probation agencies are government employers and generally cannot sponsor H-1B visas due to public employer restrictions. Private corrections management companies and nonprofit supervision organizations are your realistic sponsorship pool.
Search LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Pull up Probation Officer LCA filing history by employer on Migrate Mate before applying. You'll see which private organizations have actually certified filings for this SOC code, so you're targeting confirmed sponsors rather than guessing.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run the Probation Officer SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search for the specific county where you'd work. Wage levels vary significantly by jurisdiction, and your offer must meet the certified LCA wage or USCIS will deny the petition.
Ask about cap-exempt status during interviews
Some nonprofit offender rehabilitation organizations qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, which means they can file outside the annual lottery. Confirming this during the offer stage tells you whether you need to wait for a registration cycle or can file immediately.
Get state licensure documentation ready before filing
Many states require probation officers to hold a specific certification or pass a background check before starting work. Gather those credentials in advance because the employer's attorney will need them when preparing the I-129 specialty occupation support letter.
H-1B Visa Probation Officer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do government probation departments sponsor H-1B visas?
Most state and county probation agencies cannot sponsor H-1B visas because government employers are generally excluded from H-1B sponsorship. Your best path is through private corrections management companies, nonprofit reentry organizations, and community supervision contractors that operate under government contracts but file as private employers with USCIS.
Does a Probation Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer can document that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as criminal justice, social work, psychology, or counseling. Roles structured as general public safety positions without a degree requirement in a specific discipline are harder to defend and more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Probation Officers?
Search by SOC code on Migrate Mate to see which employers have certified Labor Condition Applications for Probation Officer roles. DOL LCA disclosure data is the most reliable indicator of actual sponsorship history, since it reflects filings an employer has already committed to rather than job postings that may never lead to a petition.
Does a state probation officer certification affect my H-1B petition?
State licensure requirements can strengthen the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating that the role demands specific professional credentials beyond a general degree. Include documentation of any required state certification in your employer's I-129 support package, since USCIS adjudicators look at licensing requirements as evidence that the position meets specialty occupation standards.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a government supervision contract?
If your employer loses the contract funding your position, your H-1B employment authorization ends with that job. You have a 60-day grace period under USCIS rules to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another valid status, or depart the country. Transferring your H-1B to a new qualifying employer through a portability filing preserves your status during the transition.