Lake County Superior Court appoints Mondfrans as chief probation officer
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Lake County now officially has a new chief probation officer.
Wendy Mondfrans has been appointed chief probation officer by the judges of the Lake County Superior Court.
Mondfrans has been filling the position on an interim basis since Jan. 3, after her predecessor, Rob Howe, was sworn in as the new sheriff, the court reported.
Court officials said Mondfrans has worked for Probation since 2010, and has held several positions including deputy probation officer, senior, chief deputy probation officer, and most recently assistant chief probation officer.
As assistant chief probation officer, Mondfrans has experience in managing all divisions and functions within the Probation Department.
Prior to her work with Probation, Mondfrans was a practicing attorney.
“Wendy’s knowledge of the probation field, her commitment to the Probation Department and her work ethic are all second to none. She has been my ‘go to’ person for all things probation. The department is in good hands,” said Sheriff Howe.
"I would like to thank the Judges for this opportunity and their faith in me to continue leading the Probation Department,” Mondfrans said. “The dedicated and hardworking individuals who work in the Department are committed to public safety, helping victims, and utilizing evidence based practices to assist offenders to achieve a more productive lifestyle. It is an honor and a pleasure to work with the employees and partnering agencies each day.”