Probation And Parole District Manager A- Adult

About this Job

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections

Corrections Services

of Probation & Parole Adult

Port Allen 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.

The incumbent of this position performs highly responsible administrative work in the District Office of Probation and Parole that consists of a professional staff and a clerical staff and the supervision direction guidance and coordination of professional level staff in the delivery of probation and parole services with criminal offenders under supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Four 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 bachelors degree

OR

Three years of experience as a probation or parole officer or in counseling psychology social work education criminal justice or administrative services plus a masters 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 drivers 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:

• Directs and coordinates activities of P&P staff in the delivery of services entailing release intensive probation supervision intensive incarceration/intensive parole program sheriffs maintenance program highly sensitive and complex criminal justice investigations for various decision makers in the Criminal Justice system including Judges Parole Board Pardon Board Governors Office and Interstate Compact etc.

• Formulates policies and procedures at the district level. Disseminates and interprets policies procedures and legislation affecting district office activities. Contributes input and information to the Division and Department in regard to the formulation of procedure and policy.
• Maintains contact and collaborates with Sheriffs Chiefs of Police District Attorneys Directors of treatment facilities and a variety of other officials and administrators serving as liaison in the resolution of problems coordination of services and development of mutual areas of support. Provides testimony before legislative committees when requested.
• Delegates work assignments to include the assignment and distribution of caseloads investigations and special work assignments to district staff. This includes the development and monitoring of systems and procedures that ensure equitable distribution of work load and optimum use of resources.
• Audits and reviews the work of the district staff. Holds regular staff meetings conferences etc. to discuss issues regarding new and changing policies legislative changes court decision etc.

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 is eligible for a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $36.14 per hour.

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 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.

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 in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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For further information about this vacancy contact:

Laura Guillory

Probation & Parole Human Resources Department

Required Experience:

Manager