PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 1/2/3-JUVENILE

As part of a Career Progression Group, these vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2 or 3 (Juvenile), depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The maximum salary for the Probation and Parole Officer 3 – Juvenile is $99,362 annually. Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
 

• Building and Supporting Teams:The ability to combine your actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Communicating Effectively:The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Developing Plans:The ability to prioritize tasks and competing demands to create accurate plans. 
• Focusing on Customers:The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided. 
• Thinking Critically:The ability to generate ideas, manipulate ideas, and make unconventional connections to develop original approaches. 
• Adapting to Change:The ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change. 
• Following Policies and Procedures:The ability to comply with the policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.

The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.

 To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
   
  For further information about this vacancy contact:
  Garilyn London
  OJJ/ Human Resources
  Garilyn.London@la.gov

In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.
 
The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to theLouisiana Employment Resource Guide.

  If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License and clear a background check.
 
  This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.

This position may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.

Willingness and ability to complete the Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum.FUNCTION OF WORK:
To work directly with law enforcement, district attorneys, courts of juvenile jurisdiction, other state agencies, juveniles, their families, and various community-based resources to identify and address problems, to assess risk and need factors, and to develop and implement treatment plans related to status offenses and juvenile delinquency.
 
LEVEL OF WORK:
Entry.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Close from a Probation and Parole Supervisor--Juvenile. May receive supervision from higher-level personnel.
 
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
 
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Office of Juvenile Justice. Other locations may be approved by SCS.
 
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Probation and Parole Officer 2--Juvenile by the presence of close supervision and guidance.EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
 
Prepares pre-dispositional investigations and similar reports, discharge plans, etc. for courts with juvenile jurisdiction.
 
Provides offenders and their families with an understanding of court expectations.
 
Works closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and various community-based resources in providing services and supervision to juveniles.
 
Keeps the court advised on progress of juveniles under supervision as well as those committed to correctional institutions.
 
Maintains case records and data files including narrative entries, reports, forms, and court documents as well as updating case activities and status for the automated data system.
 
Determines risks and needs of juveniles under agency custody or supervision and develops and implements service plans to meet those needs.
 
Schedules and conducts intake screening interviews and prepares recommendations to the district attorney.
 
Testifies in court hearings accompanying or representing youth and agency.
 
Develops and monitors informal adjustment agreements for juveniles prior to adjudication as authorized by a district attorney or the court.
 
Serves as secondary case manager for juveniles assigned to secure facilities.
 
Provides support to agency personnel in the event of an emergency or escape.
 
Transports youth to and from residential and correctional facilities when needed.
 
Provides support to staff in the Secure Care Facilities.

Salary : $99,362