Louisiana
Office of Juvenile Justice Central Office
State Police Bldg. 1st Floor
7919 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806
The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a dedicated Licensing Specialist 1/2 to join our Licensing Section. This role is vital to protecting the health, safety, and well‑being of children placed in licensed OJJ facilities. Licensing Specialists ensure compliance with state laws and regulations, provide training to facility staff, and support recruitment and retention efforts across the agency.
Ideal Candidate Competencies
Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value.
Thinking Strategically: The ability to generate insights and identify opportunities for future growth of the organization.
Experience Requirements
Five years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration; early childhood development program regulation; social services; administrative services; or education;
Six years of full‑time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in the above areas; or
A bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in the above areas; or
An advanced degree plus one year of experience in the above areas.
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
Possession of a current Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment.
This position requires the incumbent to travel. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties Inspections & Compliance (50%)
Conduct statewide inspections of juvenile facilities to assess compliance with licensing laws, rules, and regulations.
Review records, interview staff and clients, and observe facility operations to evaluate quality of care.
Prepare inspection reports, recommend corrective actions, and chair exit conferences with facility administrators.
Investigate complaints from the public, professionals, or other agencies; findings may result in legal proceedings or license revocation.
Explain and interpret licensing laws to facility staff and administrators, offering consultation on compliance issues.
Training & Staff Development (30%)
Provide ongoing training to new and less experienced Licensing Specialists to ensure consistency and competency.
Deliver training to licensed facility staff on regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
Maintain instructor certifications in defensive tactics, CPR/First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, Ethics, Sexual Harassment, and other required topics.
Recruitment & Outreach (20%)
Act as a liaison between OJJ and job applicants, coordinating recruitment efforts through job fairs, career events, and professional networks.
Collaborate with local and state entities to advertise positions and ensure staff qualifications.
Document recruitment activities and provide quarterly reports on outreach efforts.
Qualifications
Knowledge of juvenile justice systems, licensing standards, and compliance practices.
Strong communication and analytical skills for inspections, reporting, and training.
Ability to travel statewide and conduct inspections independently or as part of a team.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.
Position‑Specific Details Work Location: The position may be housed at the Office of Juvenile Justice Central Office or at the location closest to the chosen applicant’s home address.
Appointment Type: Full time, Probational.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Licensing Specialist 1 or 2. This position participates in the Career Progression Group (CPG).
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).
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.
How To Apply 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.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov
In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.
The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.
NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License and clear a background check.
This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment.
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The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law‑abiding citizens. We are seeking a dedicated Licensing Specialist 1/2 to join our Licensing Section. This role is vital to protecting the health, safety, and well‑being of children placed in licensed OJJ facilities. Licensing Specialists ensure compliance with state laws and regulations, provide training to facility staff, and support recruitment and retention efforts across the agency.
Ideal Candidate Competencies
Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Accepting Direction: The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time, money, and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value.
Thinking Strategically: The ability to generate insights and identify opportunities for future growth of the organization.
Experience Requirements
Five years of experience in hospital, nursing home, or day care center administration; early childhood development program regulation; social services; administrative services; or education;
Six years of full‑time work experience in any field plus two years of experience in the above areas; or
A bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in the above areas; or
An advanced degree plus one year of experience in the above areas.
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
Possession of a current Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment.
This position requires the incumbent to travel. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties Inspections & Compliance (50%)
Conduct statewide inspections of juvenile facilities to assess compliance with licensing laws, rules, and regulations.
Review records, interview staff and clients, and observe facility operations to evaluate quality of care.
Prepare inspection reports, recommend corrective actions, and chair exit conferences with facility administrators.
Investigate complaints from the public, professionals, or other agencies; findings may result in legal proceedings or license revocation.
Explain and interpret licensing laws to facility staff and administrators, offering consultation on compliance issues.
Training & Staff Development (30%)
Provide ongoing training to new and less experienced Licensing Specialists to ensure consistency and competency.
Deliver training to licensed facility staff on regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
Maintain instructor certifications in defensive tactics, CPR/First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, Ethics, Sexual Harassment, and other required topics.
Recruitment & Outreach (20%)
Act as a liaison between OJJ and job applicants, coordinating recruitment efforts through job fairs, career events, and professional networks.
Collaborate with local and state entities to advertise positions and ensure staff qualifications.
Document recruitment activities and provide quarterly reports on outreach efforts.
Qualifications
Knowledge of juvenile justice systems, licensing standards, and compliance practices.
Strong communication and analytical skills for inspections, reporting, and training.
Ability to travel statewide and conduct inspections independently or as part of a team.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job.
Position‑Specific Details Work Location: The position may be housed at the Office of Juvenile Justice Central Office or at the location closest to the chosen applicant’s home address.
Appointment Type: Full time, Probational.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Licensing Specialist 1 or 2. This position participates in the Career Progression Group (CPG).
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).
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.
How To Apply 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.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov
In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.
The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.
NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License and clear a background check.
This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment.
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