Senior Probation & Parole Investigator

State of Louisiana; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections – Corrections Services, Covington District, Louisiana, seeks a promotional candidate to supervise and investigate offenders in probation/parole contexts. The role emphasizes public safety, specialized supervision, and compliance with policies.

The position requires specific credentials, experience, and a POST certification, with a starting hourly rate of $30.57 and eligibility for SER pay. Equal opportunity employer and shift work possible.

Qualifications

• Competencies include driving results, following policies, and making accurate judgments.
• Experience requirements include years in probation/parole or related fields and option for degrees.
• Substitution rules allow college hours to count as experience in some cases.

Responsibilities

• Investigate high-risk offenders and provide intensive supervision as required.
• Ensure sex offender compliance and administer drug tests; supervise community service.
• Work with sheriffs’ maintenance/work release/community programs.
• Support IMPACT program activities.
• Comply with ACA standards and related time constraints.
• Assist jail operation audits and disciplinary hearings for inmates.

Skills

Driving Results

Policies & Procedures

Judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections – Corrections Services, Covington District, Louisiana, seeks a promotional candidate to supervise and investigate offenders in probation/parole contexts. The role emphasizes public safety, specialized supervision, and compliance with policies.

The position requires specific credentials, experience, and a POST certification, with a starting hourly rate of $30.57 and eligibility for SER pay. Equal opportunity employer and shift work possible.