Probation And Parole Officer -Juvenile

Office of Juvenile Justice Baton Rouge Regional Office

Location:

660 N. Foster Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806. 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 a Probation and Parole Officer – 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.

• Collaborate closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and community-based organizations to provide services and supervision for juveniles.
• 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.
• Administrate 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.

• Building and Supporting Teams: Ability to combine your actions and efforts with others to achieve a common goal.
• Communicating Effectively: Ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Developing Plans: Ability to prioritize tasks and competing demands to create accurate plans.
• Focusing on Customers: Ability to serve the needs of those who rely on the services provided.
• Thinking Critically: Ability to generate ideas, manipulate ideas, and make unconventional connections to develop original approaches.
• Adapting to Change: Ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change.
• Following Policies and Procedures: 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, OR six years of full‑time experience in any field, OR a bachelor’s degree. Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience toward the six years of full‑time work experience, up to a maximum of four years.
• Must possess a current Louisiana driver’s license.
• Will be required to handle and carry firearms and complete the Corrections Juvenile Services‑Agent Curriculum.
• Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who are under indictment on a felony charge, will be disqualified until relief is granted.

• Work Location: Baton Rouge Regional Office, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
• Appointment Type: Full‑time, probational.
• Career Progression: Position may be filled as Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, or 3 (Juvenile) depending on experience.
• Compensation: Special Entrance Rate (SER) – Officer 1 $ 1,590.40 biweekly;
  Officer 2 $ 1,701.60 biweekly;
  Officer 3 $ 2,084.80 biweekly.
• Drug Screening, Driver’s License, and Background Check: Required prior to appointment.
• EEO Statement: The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Louisiana Employment Resource Guide provides additional resources.

No Civil Service test score is required. Click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants must include information to support eligibility (detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

In the supplemental questions, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

The agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Garilyn London, OJJ/Human Resources
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