PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 1/2/3-JUVENILE

State of Louisiana; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana is seeking a Probation and Parole Officer for juveniles in Thibodaux. This role involves supervising adjudicated and at-risk youth, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with courts, law enforcement, and community resources to support rehabilitation and public safety.

Responsibilities include developing ISPs, monitoring progress, collaborating with providers, and guiding youth through case management while maintaining thorough documentation and complying with

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement; OR
• Three years of continuous active military duty; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supervision, services, and community resources for adjudicated and at-risk youth across a multi-parish region.
• Conduct risk and needs assessments (including SAVRY) to guide supervision levels and intervention strategies.
• Maintain ongoing contact with youth, families, and providers to monitor progress and update ISPs.
• Serve as secondary case manager for youth in secure care, ensuring continuity of services and successful transitions.
• Prepare and submit ISPs, social histories, supplemental studies, and Pre-Dispositional Investigations.
• Facilitate placements by scheduling evaluations and coordinating with residential/community programs.
• Participate in case reviews, court proceedings, and interagency coordination; provide testimony and monitor compliance.
• Maintain accurate case records and data systems; respond to emergencies and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Accountability

Judgment

Ethics & integrity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About This Job

https://ojj.la.gov/location/thibodaux-region

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.

Office of Juvenile Justice

Thibodaux Regional Office

1416 Tiger Dr., Thibodaux, LA 70301

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Job Specification

Job Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

• Coordinate supervision, services, and community resources for adjudicated and at‑risk youth across a multi‑parish region.
• Conduct risk and needs assessments (including SAVRY) to guide supervision levels and intervention strategies.
• Maintain ongoing contact with youth, families, and providers to monitor progress and update Individual Service Plans (ISPs).
• Serve as secondary case manager for youth in secure care, ensuring continuity of services and successful transitions.
• Prepare and submit required documentation, including ISPs, social histories, supplemental studies, and Pre‑Dispositional Investigations.
• Facilitate placements by scheduling evaluations, compiling referral packets, and coordinating with residential and community‑based programs.
• Participate in case reviews, court proceedings, and interagency coordination; provide testimony and support compliance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate case records and data systems, respond to emergencies, and provide mentorship/lead support to junior staff (PPO 1/2 level).

Position‑Specific Details

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Thibodaux Regional Office in Thibodaux, 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.

This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For Further Information About This Vacancy, Contact

Garilyn London

OJJ/ Human Resources

[e-mail]

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage

More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave

Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave

State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others