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Probation And Parole Officer 1/2/3-Juvenile

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. We are seeking dedicated and empathetic individuals to join our team as Probation and Parole Officers-Juvenile. This role plays a critical part in promoting public safety, reducing recidivism, and supporting the successful rehabilitation of justice-involved youth through professional supervision, guidance, and intervention strategies. This position is responsible for collaborating closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and community-based organizations to provide services and supervision for juveniles.

A preferred candidate will possess the following competencies:

• Building and Supporting Teams
• Communicating Effectively
• Developing Plans
• Focusing on Customers
• Thinking Critically
• Adapting to Change
• Following Policies and Procedures

Minimum qualifications include three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement; OR three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply); OR six years of full-time experience in any field; OR a bachelor's degree. Experience substitution is available for college credits.

Necessary special requirements include a current Louisiana driver's license and willingness to handle and carry firearms. Applicants must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c). The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

To apply, complete an electronic application and include information to support your eligibility for the position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. 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.

Compensation varies by level:

• Probation and Parole Officer 1 Juvenile: $1,590.40 biweekly
• Probation and Parole Officer 2 Juvenile: $1,701.60 biweekly
• Probation and Parole Officer 3 Juvenile: $2,084.80 biweekly