Probation & Parole Officer — Advance Public Safety & Reentry

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

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.