PROBATION AND PAROLE PROGRAM MANAGER--ADULT

State of Louisiana; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services seeks a qualified candidate for a probation or parole supervision role in Lafayette, LA. The position involves supervising offenders on specialized supervision and conducting investigations for release to various programs, with safety as the primary concern.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in corrections or related fields, possess POST certification, and hold a driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience as a probation or parole officer, or in counseling, psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or administrative services.
• Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement, or three years of continuous active military duty (all MOS apply), or six years of full-time experience in any field.
• A bachelor’s degree; or three years of experience plus a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, education, business administration, public administration, or criminal justice field.
• Experience substitution: every 30 semester hours earned counts as one year of experience, max 120 semester hours substitutes for four years.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, develops and coordinates community resources including job training, potential employers, shelter, clothing, food, mental health and substance abuse programs.
• Plans for utilization of resources and liaises with private organizations, faith groups, employers, and government agencies.
• Conducts training and presentations for Probation and Parole staff on resources; serves as Community Resource Coordinator in the district.
• Develops and implements recruitment plans to solicit volunteers and expand community resources; maintains and evaluates program effectiveness.
• Acts as liaison to local agencies, professional boards, task forces, churches and non-profits; monitors service delivery and maintains a provider database.

Skills

Accepting Direction

Building and Supporting Teams

Communicating Effectively

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Lafayette, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

About This Job

• Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services
• www.doc.louisiana.gov
• Division of Probation & Parole – Adult
• Lafayette, LA

This position is responsible for supervising and investigating adult criminal offenders who have been determined to need specialized intensive supervision or require special investigative efforts and are on or seeking release to probation, parole, work releases, a community residential center or grant of pardon. Public safety is the utmost concern in the execution of all duties.

An Ideal Candidate Should Possess The Following Competencies

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience as a probation or parole officer, or in counseling, psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or administrative services plus one of the following:

• Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement
• Three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply)
• Six years of full-time experience in any field
• A bachelor's degree

Three years of experience as a probation or parole officer, or in counseling, psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or administrative services plus a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, education, business administration, public administration, or a criminal justice field.

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.
• Possession of an active 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

• Recruits, develops and coordinates community resources to include job training, potential employers, shelter, clothing, food, mental health and substance abuse programs; performs needs assessments; responds to specific requests from Probation and Parole Officers for emergency services or resources to meet ongoing offender needs. Evaluates the needs of resources within the local district and the Division of Probation and Parole and makes recommendations to the District Administrator and Assistant Director.
• Plans for the utilization of resources within the local district to include direct liaison with private organizations, local faith based groups, potential employers, and governmental agencies. Assists Probation and Parole Officers with utilizing these organizations and explores alternative resources available within the community.
• Conducts training and presentations for the Probation and Parole staff on new resources or changes in existing resources; maintains resources information and activities; and serves as the district’s Community Resource Coordinator within the local district.
• Develops and implements a recruitment plan to solicit volunteers and expand available community resources through public relations activities, to include conducting presentations to departmental staff, community groups, offenders and local citizens. Maintains and implements effective interagency programs, manages and monitors community support and conducts re-evaluations of the effectiveness of community programs.
• Serves as a liaison to local agencies, professional boards, task forces groups, churches and non-profit organizations. Collaborates with other agencies to develop and coordinate resources in order to establish effective working relationships; receives and makes appropriate referrals. Monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of service delivery of department provided resources and maintains a database of resource providers and services.

Work Environment

• Employee will work with Probation & Parole Officers, Probation & Parole Specialist, Probation & Parole Supervisors, Probation & Parole District Managers and Probation & Parole Regional Administrators

Position-Specific Details

• Appointment Type: Promotion of a permanent, classified employee of LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC)
• The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted or may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Compensation

This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $33.78 per hour.

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non‑merit factor, including disability.

For Further Information About This Vacancy, Contact

Laura Guillory
Probation & Parole Human Resources Department
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

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

Holidays and Leave

• 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

Retirement

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.

• 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