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JUVENILE PROBATION OFFICER IV (6554)

Jefferson Parish Government

Posted 11/24/21

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200 Derbigny Street, Gretna, LA, 70053

Inactive
Full-Time
Experienced
Government and Military
In Person

Job Description



Jefferson Parish is currently hiring for a Juvenile Probation Officer IV position located on the West Bank in the Department of Juvenile Services. 

Kind of Work

Under direction, the purpose of the position is to perform responsible professional level probation work in the administration, coordination, and supervision of Parish-wide juvenile probation services. Employee coordinates and supervises probation services and guides and directs subordinate staff. An employee in this class recommends policies and procedures to the Director or Assistant Director, and assists in the recruitment, orientation, and training of staff. Interprets legislation, Juvenile Code, and legal procedures to probation staff. Supervises various related programs to facilitate the goals of the division. Performs related duties as required.  Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.

Minimum Requirements

Current employment and permanent civil service status in the class of Juvenile Probation Officer III, plus at least three (3) years of paid work experience at that level.  

OR

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, plus at least three (3) years paid work experience at the supervisory level performing Probation Officer work in the criminal justice field.

SUBSTITUTION: Possession of a Master's degree (or higher) may substitute for one (1) year of the required work experience.

NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.



Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.



Salary 

$44,221.00 - $53,065.00 Annually






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About Jefferson Parish Government

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Jefferson, Louisiana is a diverse community sprawling the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain and ending sixty miles later on the beaches of the Gulf of  Mexico.  Nestled next to our famous neighbor, New Orleans. Our communities are comprised of modern high rises, historic homes, fishing piers, Mississippi River views, marsh land, contemporary and old world restaurants, flourishing industrial parks, and family-friendly green spaces. An area of rapid growth and business development over the past several decades, Jefferson has the ability to offer venues and accommodations to a broad spectrum.  With two major convention centers and numerous recreational  facilities Jefferson hosts conferences, meetings, exhibits, theatrical performances, and sports  tournaments. 

The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department strives to serve the public by providing the means by which the general public and current employees can learn of, apply for, and fairly compete for Parish employment opportunities. The Personnel Department further seeks to enable the Departments of Jefferson Parish to make informed decisions regarding civil service employment and assist in the appointment of qualified candidates for those Department's positions.