PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 1/2/3-JUVENILE

at  State of Louisiana

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A baccalaureate degree.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment of a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
Possession of a valid Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment.
Willingness and ability to handle and carry firearms.
Willingness and ability to complete Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum.

THE PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 3 JUVENILE HAS A SER OF $2,084.80 BIWEEKLY.

As part of a Career Progression Group, these vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2 or 3 (Juvenile), depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The maximum salary for the Probation and Parole Officer 3 – Juvenile is $88,400 annually. Please refer to the “Job Specifications” tab located at the top of the LA Careers “Current Job Opportunities” page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

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

Prepares pre-dispositional investigations and similar reports, discharge plans, etc. for courts with juvenile jurisdiction.
Provides offenders and their families with an understanding of court expectations.
Works closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and various community-based resources in providing services and supervision to juveniles.
Keeps the court advised on progress of juveniles under supervision as well as those committed to correctional institutions.
Maintains case records and data files including narrative entries, reports, forms, and court documents as well as updating case activities and status for the automated data system.
Determines risks and needs of juveniles under agency custody or supervision and develops and implements service plans to meet those needs.
Schedules and conducts intake screening interviews and prepares recommendations to the district attorney.
Testifies in court hearings accompanying or representing youth and agency.
Develops and monitors informal adjustment agreements for juveniles prior to adjudication as authorized by a district attorney or the court.
Serves as secondary case manager for juveniles assigned to secure facilities.
Provides support to agency personnel in the event of an emergency or escape.
Transports youth to and from residential and correctional facilities when needed.
Provides support to staff in the Secure Care Facilities.