SECURITY OFFICER-WAE

State of Louisiana; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Louisiana, Office of Juvenile Justice, Alexandria Regional Office, Alexandria, LA, is hiring a Security Officer (WAE) to support safe operations at the juvenile justice facility. The role involves monitoring access points, patrolling grounds, and assisting with transports while maintaining professional boundaries.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and a valid Louisiana Driver's License; a background check and drug screening are required prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License.
• Background check and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with clerical duties
• Assist with transports
• Monitor entrances, exits and facility grounds to ensure security and prevent unauthorized access
• Conduct routine patrols and report safety concerns or suspicious activity
• Assist in emergency situations including evacuations or incident response
• Enforce facility rules and support staff in maintaining order
• Complete logs, incident reports and other documentation as required
• Provide courteous assistance to visitors, staff and youth while maintaining professional boundaries

Skills

Driver's License (LA)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Alexandria Regional Office

1510 Lee St., Alexandria, LA 71301

https://ojj.la.gov/location/alexandria-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.

We are seeking responsible and vigilant individuals to serve as Security Officer (WAE).

These temporary/as-needed roles support the safety and security of juvenile justice facilities by helping maintain order, prevent incidents, and promote a safe environment for youth, staff, and visitors.

This position is ideal for candidates who are flexible, dependable, and passionate about public service and youth rehabilitation.

Minimum Qualifications

A valid Louisiana Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma

Supervision Received

Close from a Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 or higher level position.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Job Duties

• Assist with clerical duties
• Assist with transports
• Monitor entrances, exits, and facility grounds to ensure security and prevent unauthorized access
• Conduct routine patrols and report any safety concerns or suspicious activity
• Assist in emergency situations, including evacuations or incident response
• Enforce facility rules and support staff in maintaining order
• Complete logs, incident reports, and other documentation as required
• Provide courteous assistance to visitors, staff, and youth while maintaining professional boundaries

Position-Specific Details

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

Compensation: $18.00 per hour.

Appointment Type: This is a part-time/WAE position

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.

NOTE

Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License and clear a background check.

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