NEOGOV · 3 months ago
JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3 (TACTICAL RESPONSE)
Statewide, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$3,033.33/mo - $4,818.67/mo
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking compassionate and committed individuals to serve as Juvenile Justice Specialists in the Office of Juvenile Justice. The role involves supervising youth in secure care facilities, promoting rehabilitation, and ensuring a safe environment for young people.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Possession of a high school diploma or GED
One year of experience in any field
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
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)
Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test
Possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License
Clear a background check
Benefits
Insurance Coverage
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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.
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).
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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