JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3 (TACTICAL RESPONSE)

Grambling State University; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice seeks compassionate Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 to supervise youth in secure care settings and support rehabilitation. Positions require a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in any field.

Work location is Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, LA, with full-time appointments and security-focused responsibilities. Special entrance rates apply by level, with biweekly pay; compliance with PREA and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Trains in all protective service duties:
• Receives on-the-job training in various areas of the unit by security and treatment personnel
• Maintains locked doors and gates as per facility policy
• Follows facility policies in control and prevention of contraband on grounds (this includes youth, employees, and visitors).
• Monitors youth movement and provide youth count as per facility policy.
• Makes security checks of buildings, grounds, fences, doors and gates to ensure that the integrity of security is intact; refers problems and/or deficiencies to proper authority.
• Follows procedure for searching youth, living quarters, etc. to control contraband.
• Maintains security and follows instructions in handling emergency situations such as riots, fire, etc.; must maintain a level of functioning which does not induce panic among youth or employees.
• Institute security measures when escorting youth inside and outside the facility.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT.

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is powered by a strong mission: protecting our communities while helping youth build safer, more successful futures. We are seeking compassionate, committed, and resilient individuals to join our team as Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3, depending on experience and qualifications. These frontline professionals play a critical role in supervising youth, maintaining safety, and supporting rehabilitation within secure care settings. This is a meaningful opportunity to lead with integrity, model positive behavior, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while strengthening public safety and community well-being.

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED;
• One year of experience in any field.

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.

Job Duties

Trains in all protective service duties:

• Receives on-the-job training in various areas of the unit by security and treatment personnel
• Maintains locked doors and gates as per facility policy
• Follows facility policies in control and prevention of contraband on grounds (this includes youth, employees, and visitors).
• Monitors youth movement and provide youth count as per facility policy.
• Makes security checks of buildings, grounds, fences, doors and gates to ensure that the integrity of security is intact; refers problems and/or deficiencies to proper authority.
• Follows procedure for searching youth, living quarters, etc. to control contraband.
• Maintains security and follows instructions in handling emergency situations such as riots, fire, etc.; must maintain a level of functioning which does not induce panic among youth or employees.
• Institute security measures when escorting youth inside and outside the facility.

Position-Specific Details

• Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.
• Appointment Type: Full-time. Probational
• Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 1,2, or 3.
• Compensation:
  • The Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS-105) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,400.00 biweekly.
  • The Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS-106) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,504.00 biweekly.
  • The Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS-108) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,608.80 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)