Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services Division of Probation & Parole – Adult, West Baton Rouge District, Port Allen, LA
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 an opportunity to support public safety as an assistant to Probation & Parole Officer 1, 2, 3 and P&P Specialist. It may be utilized in all 21 district offices of the Division of Probation and Parole.
Why work for DOC?
Culture
– DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, fostering 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 available post‑retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over, paid time off for hours over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, and the possibility of 4/10 scheduling for certain positions.
For more information about DOC, our facilities, and our mission, please visit our website at https://doc.la.gov/.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
Building and Supporting Teams:
The ability to combine actions and efforts with others to work toward a common goal.
Making Accurate Judgments:
The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Thinking Critically:
The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well‑supported conclusions.
Qualifications:
• Three years of law enforcement, investigatory, or gaming regulation experience, OR
• Six years of full‑time work 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 is 120 semester hours (four years).
Necessary Special Requirements:
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief is granted. Official specifications can be found here.
Job Duties
Requests, receives, compiles, and disseminates criminal intelligence data.
Completes routine field requests and develops research, analytical, and system retrieval skills.
Assists an Investigative Specialist 2 or 3 in complex criminal investigations.
Performs background investigations of all applicants seeking approval by the Office of State Police, Gaming Enforcement Section and the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, including gaming entities, employees, vendors, and suppliers.
Inspects gaming operations and investigates violations of statutes and administrative rules.
Reviews and analyzes contractual agreements and other legal documents involving applicants, approved persons, or entities, including gaming internal control documents and management agreements.
Conducts audits of licensee gaming operators, employees, and vendor records.
Position-Specific Details Appointment Type:
PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE.
Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.
An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail before permanent promotion.
This posting may fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment; if so, a permanent position may convert to a probational appointment.
Other Important Information
Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
Any qualifying experience based on college credits must 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.
How to Apply No Civil Service test score is required. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy and future opportunities. Applicants must check the status of their application to determine their position in the recruitment process. Further status information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
There is no guarantee that everyone who applies will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided in the interview if selected.
To view and apply to any other postings, click HERE.
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.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Laura Guillory
Probation & Parole Human Resources Department
DOC_P&P_HR@la.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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 an opportunity to support public safety as an assistant to Probation & Parole Officer 1, 2, 3 and P&P Specialist. It may be utilized in all 21 district offices of the Division of Probation and Parole.
Why work for DOC?
Culture
– DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, fostering 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 available post‑retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over, paid time off for hours over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, and the possibility of 4/10 scheduling for certain positions.
For more information about DOC, our facilities, and our mission, please visit our website at https://doc.la.gov/.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
Building and Supporting Teams:
The ability to combine actions and efforts with others to work toward a common goal.
Making Accurate Judgments:
The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Thinking Critically:
The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well‑supported conclusions.
Qualifications:
• Three years of law enforcement, investigatory, or gaming regulation experience, OR
• Six years of full‑time work 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 is 120 semester hours (four years).
Necessary Special Requirements:
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief is granted. Official specifications can be found here.
Job Duties
Requests, receives, compiles, and disseminates criminal intelligence data.
Completes routine field requests and develops research, analytical, and system retrieval skills.
Assists an Investigative Specialist 2 or 3 in complex criminal investigations.
Performs background investigations of all applicants seeking approval by the Office of State Police, Gaming Enforcement Section and the Louisiana Gaming Control Board, including gaming entities, employees, vendors, and suppliers.
Inspects gaming operations and investigates violations of statutes and administrative rules.
Reviews and analyzes contractual agreements and other legal documents involving applicants, approved persons, or entities, including gaming internal control documents and management agreements.
Conducts audits of licensee gaming operators, employees, and vendor records.
Position-Specific Details Appointment Type:
PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE.
Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.
An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail before permanent promotion.
This posting may fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment; if so, a permanent position may convert to a probational appointment.
Other Important Information
Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
Any qualifying experience based on college credits must 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.
How to Apply No Civil Service test score is required. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy and future opportunities. Applicants must check the status of their application to determine their position in the recruitment process. Further status information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
There is no guarantee that everyone who applies will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided in the interview if selected.
To view and apply to any other postings, click HERE.
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.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Laura Guillory
Probation & Parole Human Resources Department
DOC_P&P_HR@la.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr