Probation And Parole Supervisor Juvenile

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 4992 - 9479

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job

Office of Juvenile Justice

Baton Rouge Regional Office

660 N. Foster Dr. Baton Rouge LA 70806

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 a dedicated and experienced Probation and Parole Supervisor Juvenile to lead a team of juvenile probation and parole officers. This role is critical to ensuring the effective supervision rehabilitation and reintegration of youth within the juvenile justice system. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership sound judgment and a commitment to public safety and youth development.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience as a probation or parole officer or in counseling psychology social work education criminal justice or administrative services plus one of the following:

1. Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement
2. Three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply)
3. Six years of full-time experience in any field
4. A bachelors degree

OR

Two years of experience as a probation or parole officer or in counseling psychology social work education criminal justice or administrative services plus a masters degree in counseling psychology social work education business administration public administration or a criminal justice field.

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 drivers license.

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

Successful completion of the Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Supervise coach and evaluate staff through performance reviews field and court observations documentation and ongoing feedback; monitor compliance with agency policies and initiate counseling or disciplinary actions as needed.
Assign and coordinate daily workloads office/field schedules leave and youth transport coverage to ensure efficient regional operations and adequate staffing.
Review and approve staff reports correspondence service plans and court recommendations for accuracy legality and adherence to agency policy.
Lead case staffings and guide program assignment decisions for youth; assist with transports or custody actions and provide testimony or information to courts and partner agencies when required.
Identify training needs coordinate staff development activities and conduct internal audits of supervision programs reporting findings to the Regional Manager.
Serve as liaison between the Regional Manager and staff by communicating regional issues supporting hiring and disciplinary processes maintaining confidentiality collaborating with courts and community partners and acting as Regional Manager when assigned.

Position-Specific Details:
Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Baton Rouge Regional Office in Baton Rouge LA.

Appointment Type: Probational Full time

Compensation:The Probation and Parole Supervisor - Juvenile has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $2304.00 Biweekly ($28.80 hourly).

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)

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.

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

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.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title 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 on your application. 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.

If you are contacted for an interview please let us knowat that timeif 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 Drivers License and clear a background check.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Contact Information:

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

Required Experience:

Manager

About this Job Office of Juvenile JusticeBaton Rouge Regional Office660 N. Foster Dr. Baton Rouge LA 70806 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...