Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer

and the job listing Expires on September 26, 2026

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking multiple Juvenile Parole and Probation Officer (JPPO) to join our Washington County Field Office in Portland. In this critical role, you will provide supervision, case management, and intervention services to youth using a cognitive behavioral model that supports positive behavior change and personal growth. You will partner with youth, families, and community stakeholders to create individualized case plans, monitor court-ordered conditions, and support successful reentry into the community.

We are committed to serving diverse communities with respect, equity, and cultural awareness. We welcome candidates with a strong understanding of how lived experiences, language, and cultural identity shape a young person’s development. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, and skilled in case planning, court procedures, assessments, and community collaboration.

At OYA, we value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where youth feel seen, heard, and empowered. If you are passionate about helping young people build positive, crime-free futures while contributing to a more just and equitable community, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission.

Working with local juvenile department staff and partner agencies to serve delinquent youth that require out-of-home placement.

Utilizes motivational interviewing techniques and a developmental approach, when engaging the youth and family.

Effectively uses reinforcers and incentives to shape pro-social behavior. Seeks out opportunities to praise or affirm positive behavior and attitudes. Uses constructive feedback, positive and solution-focused language to praise and reinforce desirable behavior and attitudes.

Primary caseworker for all OYA and Department of Corrections (DOC) youth in OYA physical custody once they are assigned to the JPPO’s caseload.

Has regular in-person contacts with youth placed in a variety of community settings including residential, home, living independently and in foster care.

Hybrid

Work Schedule:

This position is primarily field-based, with approximately 16 hours per week eligible for remote work, depending on business needs. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state’s Work Reimagined website for more information.

Your application materials are used to determine your starting salary range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. For more information on pay equity, .

The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

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A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, the Behavioral Sciences or a related degree; and two years experience guiding or counseling troubled, criminal offender or socially maladjusted clients in a social service or criminal justice setting.

Three years of additional experience may substitute for the education requirement.

Driver License

Required:

Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre- employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).

If you have these qualities, let us know! It's how we will choose whom to move forward!

Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.

Preference given to those candidates that are bilingual in English/Spanish.

Prior experience with case…