Juvenile Parole/Probation Assistant

State of Oregon; Salem, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Benefits (PERS/OPSRP)

Paid Time Off and holidays

Wellness resources

Job summary

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is hiring a Juvenile Parole/Probation Assistant (JPPA) in Salem, Oregon. This role supports parole and probation operations, supervises youth, and coordinates services to promote rehabilitation and public safety.

The position emphasizes collaboration with families and community partners, with pre-employment checks and a strong focus on equity and youth development. Salary range is listed in the posting.

Qualifications

• Verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention skills are required.
• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
• Self-motivation and effectiveness with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor youths in community and facilities, including transport and searches.
• Prepare case notes and reports; enter data into Juvenile Justice Information System.
• Interview youth, families, victims and others to verify background information.
• Connect youth to community resources for rehabilitation (treatment, education, housing).
• Support parole/probation officers with case management and court testimony as needed.

Skills

Verbal de-escalation/crisis

Building positive relationships

Self-motivation/diversity

Education

Associates Degree in Criminal Science/Criminal Justice/Behavioral Sciences

Job description

Job Description

Initial Posting Date: 09/08/2026 Application Deadline: 09/21/2026 Agency: Oregon Youth Authority Salary Range: $4,296 - $6,574 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Juvenile Parole/Probation Assistant

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Juvenile Parole & Probation Assistant (JPPA) SALEM, OREGON - OYA MARION & POLK COUNTY PAROLE & PROBATION FIELD OFFICE

What You Will Be Doing:

• Supervise and monitor youths’ behavior in the community and in facilities, including securing transport and conducting required searches under an officer's direction.


• Prepare case notes, progress reports, and court- or school-related documentation, and enter information into the Juvenile Justice Information System.


• Interview youth, families, victims, and other parties to gather and verify background information used in case review and recommendations.


• Connect youth to community resources — treatment, education, employment, and housing supports — to help facilitate successful rehabilitation.


• Support Juvenile Parole and Probation Officers with case management backup, case file review, and testimony in court or administrative hearings as needed.

About OYA

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is a national leader in the juvenile justice field, pioneering the implementation of a positive human development framework for its work with staff and youth, and using data to match the right youth with the right services. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions to support youth under our care. Our agency mission is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments. If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences and the opportunity to contribute in the success of youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you! People of color, women and other members of historically underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply! For more information please visit www.oregon.gov/oya.

Our amazing benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.


• Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.


• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.


• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).


• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.


• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.


• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.


• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.


• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

What You Need To Qualify As A JPPA:

• Eighteen months experience in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal or social problems; OR


• An Associates Degree in Criminal Science, Criminal Justice, the Behavioral Sciences, Human Services or a related field

Special Qualifications:

• 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).

Required Skills:

• Verbal de-escalation / crisis intervention skills


• Skill in building positive, collaborative relationships with coworkers, lead workers, and managers


• Self-motivation and ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders and perspectives

Desired Attributes:

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.

• Case management support, report/form writing, and written & verbal communication skills


• Experience working with gang-impacted youth


• General experience transporting or escorting a supervised population


• Prioritization and organizational skills managing multiple complex, competing priorities


• Experience applying and removing physical restraint techniques


• Familiarity with motivational interviewing techniques and a developmental, partnership-based approach with youth and family (assessed at time of interview or additional assessments)


• Working experience reflecting a high standard of professionalism, ethics, and integrity (assessed at time of interview or additional assessments)


• Experience working both independently and collaboratively within a team (assessed at time of interview or additional assessments)

Tentative Interview Schedule:

• First Round Interviews (IN PERSON): October 5, 2026


• Second Round Interviews (IN PERSON): October 12, 2026

Additional Information:

Additional Information: This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill multiple, current, and future vacancies. 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, click here. 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). Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

Pre-employment Checks: In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position. In 2003 Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities. In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards. All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a “mandatory reporter” of child abuse. Visa Sponsorship: We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYA uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. The more diverse we are, the better our work will be. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at 971-345-1236. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.