JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3 (TACTICAL RESPONSE)
State of LouisianaAbout the role
Posting number: 403SR-JJS123-CTS26
Department: Office of Juvenile Justice
Job classification: JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Corrections, Law Enforcement, Security
Summary
THIS IS A CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT.
The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is powered by a strong mission: protecting our communities while helping youth build safer, more successful futures. We are seeking compassionate, committed, and resilient individuals to join our team as Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3, depending on experience and qualifications. These frontline professionals play a critical role in supervising youth, maintaining safety, and supporting rehabilitation within secure care settings. This is a meaningful opportunity to lead with integrity, model positive behavior, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while strengthening public safety and community well-being.
Examples of duties
Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OROne year of experience in any field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified.
Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found hereSupplemental information
Job Duties:
Trains in all protective service duties:
- Receives on-the-job training in various areas of the unit by security and treatment personnel
- Maintains locked doors and gates as per facility policy
- Follows facility policies in control and prevention of contraband on grounds (this includes youth, employees, and visitors).
- Monitors youth movement and provide youth count as per facility policy.
- Makes security checks of buildings, grounds, fences, doors and gates to ensure that the integrity of security is intact; refers problems and/or deficiencies to proper authority.
- Follows procedure for searching youth, living quarters, etc. to control contraband.
- Maintains security and follows instructions in handling emergency situations such as riots, fire, etc.; must maintain a level of functioning which does not induce panic among youth or employees.
- Institute security measures when escorting youth inside and outside the facility.
Position-Specific Details:
Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.Appointment Type: Full-time. Probational
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 1,2, or 3.
Compensation:
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS-105) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,400.00 biweekly.
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS-106) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,504.00 biweekly.
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS-108) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,608.80 biweekly.
The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)
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 recruit
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