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Probation And Parole Officer 1, 2, Or 3 - Adult

State of Louisiana | LA

Posted Date 6/10/2025
Description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections –
Corrections Services

Division of Probation & Parole – Adult

FELICIANA DISTRICT

Clinton, Louisiana

www.doc.louisiana.gov

  • This position is responsible for supervising and investigating criminal offenders through the provision of probation, parole and pardon assigned to the district office.
AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
  • Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
  • Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
  • Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
  • Thinking Critically: The ability to generate ideas, manipulate ideas, and make unconventional connections to develop original approaches.

Why work for DOC?

  • Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
  • Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
  • Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Special Entrance Rates:
The Probation and Parole Officer 1-Adult has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,701.60 Bi-weekly.

The Probation and Parole Officer 2-Adult has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,820.80 Bi-weekly.

The Probation and Parole Officer 3-Adult has a Special Entrance Rate of $2,012.00 Bi-weekly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

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 requires the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.

Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Supervise felons and misdemeanants through counseling and referrals to community resources on social adjustment problems.

Enforces conditions of supervision and performs all aspects of the violation process under close supervision.

Conducts criminal justice social background investigations of offenders and makes recommendations for the various decision makers in the criminal justice system (e. g., courts, parole board, pardon board, the Office of the Governor, etc.).

Conducts arrests, transports violators, prepares reports to courts and parole board, and attends and participates in probable cause and revocation hearings.

Investigates and determines amounts of victims? restitution, sets payment schedules, and collects and disburses victims? restitution, supervision fees, fines, court costs, and other criminal justice monies.

Places offenders in appropriate drug treatment, vocational rehabilitation, or mental health programs; assists them in obtaining emergency financial aid and support and provides crisis intervention services.

Conduct all activities in compliance with the American Correctional Association (ACA) standards which set specific time constraints, requirements, and regimen for all major activities.

Administer drug tests by obtaining urine samples and evaluating results.

Assist in conducting jail operation audits on facilities housing DPSC inmates.

Make decisions regarding the application of the Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT) defensive tactics system to include impact weapons.

Supervises and directs discretionary community service work performed by parolees.

Perform contract compliance audits for Community Rehabilitation Centers (CRC).

Conduct disciplinary hearings for adult inmates in CRCs.

THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS A PROBATIONAL APPOINTMENT
or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE OF
LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC)

DETAIL- The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.

TEMPORARY JOB APPOINTMENT- This position may be filled by temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

PROBATIONAL APPOINTMENT- Current permanent status classified State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment, if selected.

Exams and License Requirements
  • No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
    • Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
    • Failure to provide your qualifying work experience may result in your application not being considered.
>>>> An attached resume will not replace a completed application. <<<<

****REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION TO MAKE SURE IT IS CURRENT. Failure to provide your qualifying work experience may result in your application not being considered.****

Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.

This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace.

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability.

DISQUALIFICATION:
While we encourage all interested applicants to apply, please be aware that there are various reasons that your application may be disqualified from consideration including, but not limited, to:
  • Failure to fully complete the education and work experience sections of the application; (Please note for the education section that the semester area refers to the # of credit HOURS and not the # of semesters you completed)
  • Submission of a resume and/or paper application in lieu of the online application. Information on the resume will not substitute and must also be included on the actual job application in order to be considered.
  • Failure to submit an equivalency evaluation statement for an international degree by the closing of this announcement
There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring manager has 90 days from the closing date of the announcement to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected.

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.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete*

As part of a Career Progression Group, this vacancy may be filled from this recruitment as a Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, or 3-Adult, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The maximum salary for the Probation and Parole Officer 3–Adult is $92,851 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.

For more information about this vacancy contact:
Zoei Sonnier
Division of Probation and Parole/Adult
P.O. Box 94304
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9304
Zoei.Sonnier2@la.gov
Salary3,122.00 - 6,316.00 Month
Field
Corrections

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