Probation And Parole Officer -Juvenile

Overview

Office of Juvenile Justice
Lafayette Regional Office
130b Chappius Dr., Lafayette, LA 70501
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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.

• 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.

• 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: 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. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Monitor youth compliance with court-ordered conditions under direct supervision
• Conduct risk assessments and assist in developing supervision plans
• Perform home and field visits to observe behavior and environment
• Collaborate with families, schools, and service providers to support youth development
• Maintain detailed case documentation and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders

• Independently manage a caseload of youth under community supervision
• Administer evidence-based practices in line with juvenile justice standards
• Recommend interventions, treatment referrals, and community resources
• Participate in court proceedings and provide expert testimony when needed
• Mentor entry-level officers and contribute to team performance initiatives

• Lead complex cases involving high-risk youth
• Develop and implement specialized supervision strategies and treatment plans
• Serve as a liaison between juvenile justice partners and community organizations
• Provide training and technical guidance to junior officers
• Analyze outcomes and contribute to policy and program improvements

Position-Specific Details:

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