Juvenile Parole/Probation Assistant

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The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is hiring a Juvenile Parole & Probation Assistant (JPPA) to support our Washington County Field Office in Portland, Oregon. In this role, you will assist Juvenile Parole/Probation Officers by providing case management support and secure youth transportation across community and facility settings. We're looking for someone who is dependable, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, cultural awareness, and a team-oriented mindset are essential. If you're passionate about youth development and want to make a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply and be part of a diverse, equity-focused team helping youth build brighter futures.

What you will do:

• Transport youth to and from facilities, court appearances, appointments, and community programs-ensuring safety, documentation, and adherence to OYA transport procedures.

• Support case management by assisting with assessments, documentation, and follow-ups to help Juvenile Parole/Probation Officers implement individualized reformation plans.

• Monitor youth progress in educational, vocational, treatment, and community settings-offering guidance and reinforcing positive behavioral change.

• Collaborate with families and partners to coordinate services, arrange transitional visits, and maintain community connections that support each youth's success.

• Promote a safe and inclusive environment by using a developmental approach, applying cultural humility, and participating in DEI-related training and practices.

Additional Information:

• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future vacancies.

• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, click here.

• The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

• This position receives annual increases on the anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

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ABOUT OYA

At OYA, diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just words on a page.To meet our mission and live our values as an agency, DEI must be at the heart of all we do. We support cultural competence, develop teams and cultivate leaders in ways that are equitable to everyone, especially people of color, those who identify as LGBTQ+, or those from other marginalized communities. We are explicit and intentional as we identify resources that all our youth and staff need to grow and prosper. Our DEI work connects closely with our culture of positive human development, with safe and supportive environments where everyone is held accountable and connected to their community. The end goal is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments.

People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply!

For more information please visitwww.oregon.gov/oya.

Would you like to learn more about this position or how our application process works? Join our Recruitment team on Wednesday, April 30 between 11:00 am - 11:30 am PST during our OYA Career Chat Sessions. We can assist you with all your application and agency questions!

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What's in it for You?
OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance, generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Eighteen months experience in a social service, rehabilitative, or correctional program with primary responsibility for guiding individuals or groups in the solution of occupational, educational, personal or social problems; OR
• An Associates Degree in Criminal Science, Criminal Justice, the Behavioral Sciences, Human Services or a related field

What We Are Looking For:

• Organized - Able to manage case files, schedules, and documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Skilled in time management - Prioritizes tasks and meets deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• An effective communicator - Listens actively and communicates clearly with youth, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• A dependable team player - Collaborates well with parole/probation officers, social workers, administrative staff, and law enforcement.
• Culturally sensitive - Demonstrates awareness and respect for diverse backgrounds, identities, and life experiences.

How to apply:

1. Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience (both lived and professional), knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position, including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes.

2. Submit a comprehensive application or upload a detailed resume, including dates of employment and descriptions of duties/responsibilities for each position.

3. COVER LETTER REQUIRED: Include a cover letter providing in-depth details about how your experience, skills, and/or knowledge that align with 'What We Are Looking For' in the position.

Limit the cover letter to no more than 2 pages. Ensure the document is in PDF format for accessibility.

4. Following the submission of your application, promptly respond to the public records request authorization and gender identity questionnaire. If you're an employee, these tasks will be in your Workday inbox.

5. Veterans may receive preference; indicate your veteran status if applicable. Click here for more information about veterans' preference.

More Information:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we are here to serve. OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law." The more diverse we are, the better our work will be.

Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact OYA Recruitment at 971-345-1236. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7-1-1.

Pre-employment Checks:

In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.

In 2003 Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities. In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards.

All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse.

Visa Sponsorship:

We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYAuses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Have Questions?:

For questions about the job announcement, email the OYA recruitment team at OYAjobs@oya.oregon.gov