About This JobOffice of Juvenile JusticeNew Orleans Regional Office2550 Belle Chasse Highway, 3rdFloor\Suite 3, Gretna, LAhttps: //ojj. la. gov/location/new-orleans-metro-regionThis vacancy is located at the New Orleans Regional Office in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) serves youth who have been adjudicated delinquent or Families in Need of Services (FINS). We are responsible for youth assigned to our care by the court system, either for supervision or custody in residential placement or secure care. OJJ also provides services to youth under local court supervision.
This position will supervise assigned subordinate Probation and Parole Officers--Juvenile within a district office. Providing support to lower-level officers as needed. Our MissionThe Office of Juvenile Justice protects the public by providing safe andeffective individualized services to youth, who will become productive,law-abiding citizens. Our VisionOJJ is a quality system of care which embraces partnerships with families,communities and stakeholders to assist youth in redirecting their livestoward responsible citizenship. Guiding PrinciplesHonesty - To be honest; do everything with integrity. Achievement - To be outcome-oriented in achieving results consistent with our mission.
Versatility - To value, promote and support diversity and cultural competence. Ethical - To be ethical; to do the right thing, both legally and morally. Focused - To be focused on empowering people to succeed. Accountable - To be accountable for the effective and efficient management of resources. Informed - To be informed and guided in our decisions by appropriate and valid data. Team players - To be an effective and efficient team of professionals. Harmonious - To be inclusive – involve all parties, both external and internal, who need to be part of theprocess. HAVE FAITH:
Together we help change lives. Minimum QualificationsThree 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 degreeORTwo 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 may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms. Successful completion of the Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum. Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties: Job Duties and Other InformationSupervises assigned subordinate Probation and Parole Officers--Juvenile within a district office. Holds periodic conferences with assigned subordinates for the purpose of reviewing the handling of every case for which they are supervising. Initiates performance appraisals of assigned subordinate staff in the regional office on a semiannual basis.
Submits reports to, and holds conferences with, the district manager at the latter's request for matters pertaining to the development and delivery of services. Works closely with officials of the juvenile justice system, other state agencies, and correctional institutions in developing and articulating plans and procedures involving the assessment, assignment, and delivery of services to youth and their families. Assists with planning and conducting staff meetings and conferences for subordinate staff. Assumes a leadership role in the conduct of case staffings concerning the most appropriate assignment of juvenile offenders to treatment programs.
Determines work assignments and coordinates work flow and duty assignments of subordinates. Assesses ongoing staff training needs, plans and presents staff development programs, and coordinates participation in agency training programs. May act as district manager as needed. Interprets the work of the office to local news media, civic groups, etc. Assists other agency programs as needed or requested by the district manager. Reviews and approves service plans for juveniles submitted by subordinates. Provides support to lower-level officers in the field and in court, on arrests and transports, as well as escape apprehensions.
Provides support to staff in the Secure Care Facilities when needed. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job AppointmentCompensation: The Probation and Parole Supervisor - Juvenile has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $2,304. 00 Biweekly ($28. 80 hourly). The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i. e. , relevant, detailed experience/education).
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted or reviewed in the place of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be labeled as not meeting minimum qualifications and rejected if incomplete. *For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact: Garilyn LondonOJJ/ Human Resources DivisionGarilyn. London@LA. govIn the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.
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. If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations. 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. 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 leaveMore information can be found at https: //www. civilservice. louisiana. gov/Parental-Leave/Default. aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: 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 GovernorState 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.
Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To): 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 others01Are you a current employee of the Office of Juvenile Justice?YesNo02Have you ever been 1) convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, 2) are currently under indictment of a felony charge or 3) have been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?YesNo03If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc. ), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.
04Have you been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt, or implied threats of force, or coercion, or where the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse?YesNo05If so, when? If "NO", enter N/A. 06Have you ever been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in any sexual activity in the community or confinement setting?YesNo07If so, when? If "NO", enter N/A.
08Have you ever engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility or juvenile facility or any other facility type (as defined in 42 U. S. C 1997)?YesNo09If so, when? If "NO", enter N/A. 10If you have previous employment in a community confinement center, jail, lockup or prison, the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) requires Office of Juvenile Justice Human Resources to contact those employers prior to hiring any applicant for information on substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or any resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.
Do you authorize the Office of Juvenile Justice, to contact any of your prior employers, whether listed on your employment application or not, to ascertain information required by the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Part 115 of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations? I understand that prior to any offer of employment by the Office of Juvenile Justice that such information must be obtained. IMPORTANT: I also understand that if I do not authorize such contact, I will not be eligible for employment with the Office of Juvenile Justice.
Should I be appointed from this announcement, I also understand that this authorization will remain valid for the duration of my employment with the Office of Juvenile Justice. Questions should be directed to Human Resources as noted in the Supplemental Information section of this job posting. Yes, I understand. You may contact my employers, past or present. No. Do not contact my employers, past or present. Required Question
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