Juvenile Justice Specialist -Tactical

About This Job

Office of Juvenile Justice Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe 4701 S Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a decisive, highly skilled Tactical Response Major to help lead tactical operations at one of Louisiana's secure-care facilities. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in high-pressure environments, responds quickly to emerging situations, and is committed to maintaining safety and order at the highest level.

As the Tactical Response Major, you'll serve as the shift supervisor for the tactical response unit, working closely with the Tactical Response Lieutenant Colonel to ensure readiness, coordination, and rapid response. You'll manage tactical officers, oversee equipment and training, respond to alarms and incidents, and support facility operations during youth movement, searches, and special events. Your leadership will help protect staff, youth, and the facility while ensuring that tactical decisions are strategic, well-documented, and aligned with agency standards.

If you're a confident leader with strong tactical instincts and a passion for safety, structure, and operational excellence, this role offers a powerful opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED or one year of experience in any field plus:
Three years of experience in a residential, correctional, behavioral health, or group home setting with responsibility for one or more of the following: rehabilitation of delinquent youth, clinical care, custody, or security; OR Three years of experience in Probation and Parole. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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 official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here

Job Duties:

• Leads tactical response operations — Responds to beeper alarms, manages incidents, and coordinates tactical actions to protect life, property, and the environment.
• Supervises tactical officers — Oversees staff performance, ensures equipment readiness, and maintains all required training and certifications.
• Implements tactical plans — Interprets strategic direction, coordinates tactical plans, and ensures decisions and rationale are properly documented.
• Supports facility safety & youth movement — Works with facility leadership to maintain security, assist with youth movement, and conduct searches for contraband.
• Maintains critical documentation — Completes and reviews reports related to incidents, searches, contraband, and tactical activity.
• Provides staff oversight & development — Manages attendance and time, prepares CPM evaluations, identifies training needs, and consults with supervisors on personnel matters.
• Serves on 24-hour call — Performs assigned duties at any time and acts in place of the Tactical Response Lieutenant Colonel when needed.

Position-Specific Details

Work Location:

This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana. Appointment Type:
Full-time, probational Compensation Information:
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 6 title has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,109.60 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).

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…