PROBATION AND PAROLE SUPERVISOR ADULT

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

Feliciano District Office

Clinton, Louisiana

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is a promotional opportunity for current LA Department of Corrections employees who have permanent status and are ready to advance in their career.

This position performs responsible supervisory work in the direct supervision of Probation and Parole Officers in the delivery of probation, parole, pardon and work release services.

Minimum Qualifications

Three 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: 1. Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement 2. Three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply) 3. Six years of full-time experience in any field 4. A bachelor's degree OR Two 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 requires the incumbent to handle and carry firearms. Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties And Other Information

Job Duties:

As a Probation and Parole Supervisor, you will oversee the daily operations of supervision staff, ensure compliance with policies and legal requirements, and support efforts that promote public safety and offender accountability. In this role, you will:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical oversight to subordinate staff through audits, case reviews, and conferences to ensure accuracy, timeliness, compliance with laws and policies, and quality case management and investigations.
• Supervise and coordinate Probation and Parole Officers involved in the violation process, including arrest planning, offender transportation, probable cause hearings, and revocation proceedings.
• Monitor offender case management activities to ensure proper enforcement of supervision conditions, effective use of community resources, appropriate counseling practices, and sound decision-making regarding violations and treatment plans.
• Conduct orientation and ongoing training for new and current staff to support professional development and effective job performance.
• Assist with personnel management activities, including recruitment and selection, background investigations, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, and serving as acting manager in the absence of the Probation and Parole District Manager.
• Oversee operational functions such as case assignments, investigations, intake services, and coordination with criminal justice agencies, community organizations, and residential facilities.
• Manage statistical reporting, administrative operations, and special projects or programs in accordance with established policies and direction from the Probation and Parole District Manager-Adult.
• Serve as the district's American Correctional Association (ACA) Coordinator and maintain ACA certification requirements.
• Assist with jail operation audits for facilities housing Department of Public Safety and Corrections (DPSC) inmates and conduct disciplinary hearings for adult inmates housed in Community Rehabilitation Centers (CRC).
• Coordinate officer activities related to Community Rehabilitation Centers (CRC), monitor compliance with the district's Sex Offender Program, and supervise Probation and Parole Officers and Specialists.

Position-Specific Details :

Appointment Type : Promotion of a permanent, classified employee of LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC)

• The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted, or may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $33.78 per hour.

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make at each level over their career and NOT the amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

Other Important Information :

• Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
• Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
• This is a 24 hour facility.
• Applicants may be required to work shift work
• This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace.

Benefits

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

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at

Holidays 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 Governor State 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 ( LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System ( among others