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Office of Juvenile Justice

New Orleans Metro Regional Office

2550 Belle Chasse Highway, 3rd Floor Suite 3, Gretna, LA 70053

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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 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.

This position is responsible for collaborating closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and community-based organizations to provide services and supervision for juveniles.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING

COMPETENCIES:

• Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
• Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally.
• Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs.
• Acting with Ethics and Integrity: Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly.
• Adapting to Change: Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change.

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:

• Coordinate services, programs, and community resources for adjudicated and at-risk youth across a multi-parish region.
• Complete risk and needs assessments (including SAVRY) to guide service planning and supervision levels.
• Maintain regular contact with youth, families, and providers to monitor progress and adjust service plans.
• Serve as secondary case manager for youth in secure care to ensure continuity of services.
• Prepare and submit Individual Service Plans, social histories, investigations, and court-ordered reports.
• Schedule evaluations, gather referral documents, and coordinate placement packets for residential programs.
• Prepare FAST forms to determine Medicaid/IV-E eligibility and parental cost-of-care contributions.
• Participate in case staffings, court reviews, and testify on youth progress and placement needs.
• Monitor residential and community-based programs for compliance; assist with audits.
• Maintain case records, narrative entries, and data in the agency’s automated system.
• At the PPO 3 level: mentor PPO 1/2 staff, assist supervisors with assignments, and serve as a lead worker.
• Transport youth to and from placements and assist with emergency situations as needed.
• Coordinate Interstate Compact cases and collaborate with courts and social service agencies.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location:

This vacancy is located at the New Orleans Regional Office in New Orleans, Louisiana

Appointment Type:
Full-time, probational

Career Progression:
This position may be filled as a Probation and Parole Officer 1,2, or 3 (Juvenile), depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Compensation:
These positions have a Special Entrance Rate (SER) at each level.

The Probation and Parole Officer 1 Juvenile has a SER of $1,590.40 Biweekly. The Probation and Parole Officer 2 Juvenile has a SER of $1,701.60 Biweekly. The Probation and Parole Officer 3 Juvenile has a SER of $2,084.80 Biweekly.

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 the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be…