Juvenile Justice Specialist

Office of Juvenile Justice – 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.

Location – 1416 Tiger Drive, Thibodaux, LA 70301. Thibodaux Regional Office address: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-region

• Receives on‑the‑job training in various areas of the unit by security and treatment personnel
• Maintains locked doors and gates as per facility policy
• Follows facility policies in control and prevention of contraband on grounds (this includes youth, employees, and visitors)
• Monitors youth movement and provides youth count as per facility policy
• Performs security checks of buildings, grounds, fences, doors gates ensure that the integrity of security is intact; refers problems and/or deficiencies to proper authority
• Follows procedure for searching youth, living quarters,. to control contraband; maintains security and follows instructions in handling emergency situations such as riots, fire, etc.; must a level of functioning which does not induce panic among youth or employees
• Institutes security measures when escorting youth inside and outside the facility

Possession of a high school diploma or GED is required. One year of experience in any field is acceptable.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age
• An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted
• In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations, an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified
• The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)

Work Location: Thibodaux Regional Office, Thibodaux, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full‑time, Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 1, 2, or 3.

Compensation:

• Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS‑105) – Special Entrance Rate $1,400.00 biweekly
li>Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS‑106) – Special Entrance Rate $1,504.00 biweekly>

Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS‑108) – Special Entrance Rate $1,608.80 biweekly

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 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.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
Garilyn.

London

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.