PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 1, 2, OR 3

State of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

State of Louisiana—Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections, Corrections Services, Division of Probation & Parole, New Orleans District—seeks a Probation and Parole Officer. The role focuses on supervising offenders, enforcing conditions, and conducting investigations within the district office.

Eligible candidates must have relevant experience or military service and a bachelor’s degree. POST certification is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver’s license.
• Willingness to attain POST certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervise felons and misdemeanants through counseling and referrals to community resources.
• Enforce supervision conditions and handle violation processes.
• Conduct background investigations and prepare court-related reports.

Skills

Criminal justice experience

Interpersonal communication

Policy adherence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

Division of Probation & Parole – Adult

NEW ORLEANS DISTRICT

New Orleans, Louisiana

www.doc.louisiana.gov

Our Mission

The mission of Corrections Services is to enhance public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of offenders, effective probation/parole supervision and proven rehabilitative strategies that successfully reintegrate offenders into society, as well as to assist individuals and communities victimized by crime. Goals and priorities are built around the Department’s commitment to public safety and rehabilitation and serve to guide our performance in carrying out our mission. Goals and priorities include: staff and offender safety, provision of basic services, opportunity for change, opportunity for making amends and reentry.

The Probation and Parole Officer is responsible for supervising and investigating criminal offenders through the provision of probation, parole and pardon assigned to the district office.

Why work for DOC?

Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.

Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.

Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
• Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to generate ideas, manipulate ideas, and make unconventional connections to develop original approaches.

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 requires the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.

Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties And Other Information

EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Job Duties:

• Supervise felons and misdemeanants through counseling and referrals to community resources on social adjustment problems.
• Enforces conditions of supervision and performs all aspects of the violation process under close supervision.
• Conducts criminal justice social background investigations of offenders and makes recommendations for the various decision makers in the criminal justice system (e. g., courts, parole board, pardon board, the Office of the Governor, etc.).
• Conducts arrests, transports violators, prepares reports to courts and parole board, and attends and participates in probable cause and revocation hearings.
• Investigates and determines amounts of victims? restitution, sets payment schedules, and collects and disburses victims? restitution, supervision fees, fines, court costs, and other criminal justice monies.
• Places offenders in appropriate drug treatment, vocational rehabilitation, or mental health programs; assists them in obtaining emergency financial aid and support and provides crisis intervention services.
• Conduct all activities in compliance with the American Correctional Association (ACA) standards which set specific time constraints, requirements, and regimen for all major activities.
• Administer drug tests by obtaining urine samples and evaluating results.
• Assist in conducting jail operation audits on facilities housing DPSC inmates.
• Make decisions regarding the application of the Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT) defensive tactics system to include impact weapons.
• Supervises and directs discretionary community service work performed by parolees.
• Perform contract compliance audits for Community Rehabilitation Centers (CRC).
• Conduct disciplinary hearings for adult inmates in CRCs.
• Work with Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, 3, P&P Supervisors, P&P Specialist, P&P Program Managers, P&P District Managers, Administrative Program Managers.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotion of a permanent, classified employee of the Louisiana State Government.

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.
• This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

Special Entrance Rates:

• Probation and Parole Officer 1-Adult has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,872.00 Bi-weekly.
• Probation and Parole Officer 2-Adult has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,003.20 Bi-weekly.
• Probation and Parole Officer 3-Adult has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,213.60 Bi-weekly.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, or 3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Other Important Information:

• This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace.
• Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
• Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.

For More Information About This Vacancy, Contact:

Human Resources Department

Division of Probation and Parole/Adult

P.O. Box 94304

Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9304

DOC_P&[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

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