Leadership
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KELLY M. VERNON
Chief Probation Officer of Tulare county
Welcome to the Tulare County Probation Department. Here you will find information regarding our department as well as resources that can connect you to available services within Tulare County. You will see the important role probation plays in community safety and how we work in collaboration with other justice partners to provide a safe and healthy environment for the citizens of Tulare County.
I consider it an honor to serve as Chief for the hard-working, dedicated men and women of the Tulare County Probation Department. Our staff are highly-trained professionals that incorporate data driven decisions and a trauma informed approach to individually work with our clients to assist them in their rehabilitative journey.
We are committed to increasing public safety, supporting victims impacted by crime, and reducing recidivism amongst those we serve. The department is always striving for excellence and dedicated to continuous evolution to enhance our level of service.
If you are seeking employment opportunities, we invite you to connect with Tulare County Human Resources and Development to see current job openings and express your interest in future employment opportunities.
I am continuously impressed and inspired by the work of our dedicated staff and my hope is that you are as well. Again, welcome!
Kind regards,
Chief Kelly M. Vernon

Kelly Vernon
Chief Probation Officer

Jose Gonzalez
Assistant Chief Probation Officer

Margarita Luna

Mike Santos
Deputy Chief Probation Officer

Marichu Moles
Fiscal Manager

Chelsea McCarthy
Division Manager

Gregory Powers
Division Manager

Shannon Ormonde
Division Manager

Brian Kern
Division Manager

Kim Santos
Division Manager

Joe Pinheiro
Division Manager