Juvenile Parole & Probation Officer (Bilingual Spanish/English Required)

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The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a bilingual (Spanish/English) Juvenile Parole and Probation Officer (JPPO) to join our Washington County Field Office in Portland. In this critical role, you will provide supervision, case management, and intervention services to youth using a cognitive behavioral model that supports positive behavior change and personal growth. You will partner with youth, families, and community stakeholders to create individualized case plans, monitor court-ordered conditions, and support successful reentry into the community.

We are committed to serving diverse communities with respect, equity, and cultural awareness. We welcome candidates with a strong understanding of how lived experiences, language, and cultural identity shape a young person's development. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, and skilled in case planning, court procedures, assessments, and community collaboration.

At OYA, we value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where youth feel seen, heard, and empowered. If you are passionate about helping young people build positive, crime-free futures while contributing to a more just and equitable community, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission.

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• For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please click here.
• Hybrid Work Schedule: This position is eligible for remote work. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state's Work Reimagined website for more information.

• Multiple positions: This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill 2 permanent positions 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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Tentative Interview Schedule:

• First Round: March 17, 2025
• Second Round: March 24, 2025

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.

If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences, with the opportunity to contribute to youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you! People of color, women, and other members of historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply!

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

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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What You Need to Qualify:

A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, the Behavioral Sciences or a related degree; and two years experience guiding or counseling troubled, criminal offender or socially maladjusted clients in a social service or criminal justice setting.

Three years of additional experience may substitute for the education requirement.

Special Qualifications:

• Bilingual English/Spanish: This position requires the ability to speak Spanish and English fluently. Indicate your Spanish speaking skills in the skills section of your application or resume.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES/APPLICATION SCORING CRITERIA: In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes below to determine whom to interview.

Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.

• Cultural Awareness: Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse cultural backgrounds of the youth and families served. Ability to adapt communication, intervention strategies, and case management practices to align with cultural values, beliefs, and needs, ensuring equitable and inclusive services for all communities.
• Prior Case Experience: Proven experience in case management, including assessing individual needs, setting goals, coordinating services, and documenting case activity. Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while ensuring compliance with agency standards, court requirements, and best practices in youth reformation.
• Court Experience: Familiarity with court processes, including preparing reports, presenting case information, testifying in hearings, and collaborating with legal professionals. Ability to navigate legal documentation, communicate effectively with court personnel, and advocate for youth while ensuring court-ordered requirements are met.
• Case Planning: Experience developing and implementing individualized case plans that address identified risks and needs. Skilled in engaging youth, families, and multidisciplinary teams to create actionable steps that promote accountability, behavior change, and successful community reintegration.
• Assessments: Proficiency in conducting and interpreting risk, needs, and behavioral assessments to guide case planning and intervention strategies. Ability to utilize tools such as the OYA Risk Needs Assessment (RNA) to inform decisions and measure progress.
• Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take initiative in managing responsibilities. Demonstrates a proactive approach to problem-solving, decision-making, and ensuring the safety, growth, and success of youth under supervision.

How to apply:

• 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.

• COVER LETTER REQUIRED: In your cover letter, please describe your experiences, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the desired attributes of the position and explain why you are the best fit for this role. Limit your cover letter to no more than 2 pages and ensure it is in PDF format for accessibility.

• Complete the questionnaire.

• 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.

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

Additional 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