Probation And Parole Officer --Adult

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections –

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

Division of Probation & Parole – Adult

DONALDSONVILLE DISTRICT

Donaldsonville, Louisiana

www.doc.louisiana.gov

The mission of Corrections Services is to enhance public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of offenders, effective probation/parole supervision, and proven rehabilitative strategies that successfully reintegrate offenders into society, as well as to assist individuals and communities victimized by crime. Goals and priorities are built around the Department’s commitment to public safety and rehabilitation and serve to guide our performance in carrying out our mission.

Goals and priorities include: staff and offender safety, provision of basic services, opportunity for change, opportunity for making amends, and reentry.

The Probation and Parole Officer is responsible for supervising and investigating criminal offenders through the provision of probation, parole, and pardon assigned to the district office.

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth:
  Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post‑retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules, including 4/10’s may be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

• Focusing on Customers:
  Ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
• Following Policies and Procedures:
  Ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Making Accurate Judgments:
  Ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
• Thinking Critically:
  Ability to generate ideas, manipulate ideas, and make unconventional connections to develop original approaches.

• 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.

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.

• Applicant convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or 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 requires the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

• Supervise felons and misdemeanants through counseling and referrals to community resources on social adjustment problems.
• Enforce conditions of supervision and perform all aspects of the violation process under close supervision.
• Conduct criminal justice social background investigations of offenders and make recommendations for various decision makers in the criminal justice system (e.g., courts, parole board, pardon board, the Office of the Governor).
• Conduct arrests, transport violators, prepare reports to courts and parole board, and attend and participate in probable…