Full Time Interstate Compact Specialist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About this Job Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections - Corrections Services https://doc.la.gov/ Division of Probation & Parole - Adult Headquarters Baton Rouge, 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 for you to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential

This position serves as an assistant to the Program Manager in planning, directing, and administering the statewide case management program under the Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS) for the State of Louisiana. This position works with all states participating in the ICAOS national system, 21 district offices, and other agencies. Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time 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 allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. 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 Assists with ensuring the Division and Department comply with all requirements of ICAOS case management, including compact, state, and federal laws. Assists with maintaining contact with interstate and intrastate offices regarding the status of all probationers and parolees supervised under the Interstate Compact Agreement, taking appropriate action when needed. Reviews transfer requests from DOC institutions to ensure all criteria and eligibility requirements are met for Interstate Compact transfers.

Completes and monitors transfer requests and incoming/outgoing Emergency Reporting Instructions for cases, which includes obtaining all required documentation. Reviews all supervised cases from other states and makes independent decisions regarding case management provided by other states as it relates to the Interstate Compact. Responds to violation reports, Compact Action Requests, progress reports, requests for reporting instructions, and case closures within the timeframes established by ICAOS rules.

Reviews, analyzes, and determines requirements for investigative and supervisory assistance on interstate and intrastate correspondence, forwarding the same for appropriate action by district or headquarters staff. Requests and prepares documentation for all cases under the Interstate Compact Agreement, including obtaining warrants, determining alternatives to incarceration, detaining supervised individuals, preparing for preliminary hearings, and preparing activity reports. Obtains all required documentation from in-state and out-of-state jurisdictions to ascertain new convictions or violations to forward to the appropriate governing authority.

Enters data into all databases relevant to case supervision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position will work for and support the Probation and Parole Program Managers and Corrections Support Specialist Supervisor. 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 accepted.

An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted. This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) at each level. However, the salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Corrections Support Specialist 1 has an SER of $17.34 per hour Corrections Support Specialist 2 has an SER of $18.55 per hour Corrections Support Specialist 3 has an SER of $21.23 per hour Career Progression Group: CORRECTIONS SUPPORT SPECIALIST 1, 2, or 3 Filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant

Salary depends on the level of experience. To see minimum qualifications and salary ranges, click HERE. 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. 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

To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE. For further information about this vacancy, contact: Laura Guillory Probation & Parole Human Resources Department DOC_P&P_HR@la.gov.