Job Details

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PURPOSE AND NATURE OF WORK

Responsible for supervising and monitoring detainees of the Juvenile Detention Home. Works independently under the general supervision of a JDH Shift Supervisor or the JDHOperations Manager. Position is not supervisory, but may replace a JDH Shift Supervisor and work as an Attendant in Charge on an as need basis or temporary basis. Background checks will be conducted. Will be required to dispense medication. Days, nights and weekend schedules.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduation or equivalent and experience working with and supervising detained juveniles; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

APPRENTICESHIP

Positions in this class may be assigned to an apprenticeship as defined by Civil Service Rule IV, Section 6. This requires the employee to complete initial and ongoing training requirements for direct care workers as established by the Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice within one (1) year for continued employment.

TYPE OF EXAMINATION- Examination will be a multiple-choice exam.

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: FIRST 28 RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2026 NOON!!

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Juvenile Detention Officer

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