Entry Level Juvenile Officer Jobs
New grad juvenile officer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or fieldwork background can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Government & Public Sector and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like State of New Mexico, State of New Hampshire, and San Joaquin County hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), every role is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, youth, and families across our state. We are committed to building a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated workforce that works collaboratively to ensure safety, promote well-being, and strengthen families. Whether you are in the field supporting families face-to-face, working behind the scenes to improve systems, or helping to shape the agency from a leadership level, your work here has purpose and long-lasting impact. Join a team that values integrity, resilience, and service and be part of meaningful change for New Mexico's future.
THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANTS LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
- APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Juvenile Probation and Parole Officers (JPPO) are responsible for the supervision and performance monitoring of adjudicated misdemeanor and felony offenders in the community on behalf of the courts and the supervised release panel.
This position will screen, assess and staff to make appropriate recommendations on all referrals and complaints on clients. They will attend court hearings and make recommendations. Position provides supervision of juveniles by conducting home, school, and office visits to ensure compliance with court ordered probation and supervised release requirements. Maintain clients master file and enter data into FACTS/IMPACT. JPO will collaborate with community resources, such as law enforcement agencies, school and service providers.
Juvenile Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and performance monitoring of adjudicated misdemeanor and felony offenders in the community on behalf of the Courts and the Supervised Release Panel. In addition, this job services clients and their families by assisting in finding and providing referrals for resources in the community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in sociology, psychology, corrections, guidance and counseling, social work, police science, criminal justice, juvenile justice, education, public administration, or closely related field. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting, client's homes, and institutions. Late hours, weekend, and call back work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal, keyboard usage, and stressful situations. Some travel may be required. The following conditions are also applicable:
Must have a telephone and must be willing to give this phone number to Director of Field Services. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license at all times.
Must be willing to be frequently on call 24hrs a day.
Must be willing to travel and be willing to work shifts, holidays, weekends and call back for emergencies. Must be willing to work with offenders that have high-risk behaviors and require intervention or services.
Must be willing to work with potential risk from offenders who are possibly under the influence of drugs or alcohol or otherwise distressed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Suzanne Seitzinger, (505) 320-0514. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
At the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), every role is an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of children, youth, and families across our state. We are committed to building a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated workforce that works collaboratively to ensure safety, promote well-being, and strengthen families. Whether you are in the field supporting families face-to-face, working behind the scenes to improve systems, or helping to shape the agency from a leadership level, your work here has purpose and long-lasting impact. Join a team that values integrity, resilience, and service and be part of meaningful change for New Mexico's future.
THIS POSTING MAY BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANTS LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.
- APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT WORK EXPERIENCE OR A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. IF ATTACHING A RESUME, RESUME MUST INCLUDE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB (MONTH and YEAR) AND DETAILS OF WORK EXPERIENCE/JOB DUTIES*
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Juvenile Probation and Parole Officers (JPPO) are responsible for the supervision and performance monitoring of adjudicated misdemeanor and felony offenders in the community on behalf of the courts and the supervised release panel.
This position will screen, assess and staff to make appropriate recommendations on all referrals and complaints on clients. They will attend court hearings and make recommendations. Position provides supervision of juveniles by conducting home, school, and office visits to ensure compliance with court ordered probation and supervised release requirements. Maintain clients master file and enter data into FACTS/IMPACT. JPO will collaborate with community resources, such as law enforcement agencies, school and service providers.
Juvenile Probation Officers are responsible for the supervision and performance monitoring of adjudicated misdemeanor and felony offenders in the community on behalf of the Courts and the Supervised Release Panel. In addition, this job services clients and their families by assisting in finding and providing referrals for resources in the community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in sociology, psychology, corrections, guidance and counseling, social work, police science, criminal justice, juvenile justice, education, public administration, or closely related field. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office setting, client's homes, and institutions. Late hours, weekend, and call back work may be required. Will be exposed to regular periods of video display terminal, keyboard usage, and stressful situations. Some travel may be required. The following conditions are also applicable:
Must have a telephone and must be willing to give this phone number to Director of Field Services. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license at all times.
Must be willing to be frequently on call 24hrs a day.
Must be willing to travel and be willing to work shifts, holidays, weekends and call back for emergencies. Must be willing to work with offenders that have high-risk behaviors and require intervention or services.
Must be willing to work with potential risk from offenders who are possibly under the influence of drugs or alcohol or otherwise distressed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Suzanne Seitzinger, (505) 320-0514. Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Entry Level Juvenile Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level juvenile officer job?
Start by earning a degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, or a related field, since most entry level juvenile officer roles require at least a bachelor's degree. Internships with youth-serving agencies, court systems, or probation departments give you a real edge. Employers at this level also value strong communication skills, familiarity with case documentation, and any volunteer or community work with at-risk youth.
Which companies hire entry level juvenile officers?
Companies hiring entry level juvenile officers right now include State of New Mexico, State of New Hampshire, and San Joaquin County, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring is concentrated among county and state government agencies, juvenile court systems, nonprofit youth service organizations, and residential treatment facilities that actively recruit candidates new to the field.
Are there remote entry level juvenile officer jobs?
Yes, though most juvenile officer roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 50% of entry level juvenile officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve case management support, documentation, or administrative coordination rather than direct supervision of youth in a facility or court setting.
Are these new grad juvenile officer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior juvenile officer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or volunteer work in lieu of professional history, or explicitly invites applications from candidates completing a relevant degree. Many new grad openings also consider a strong practicum or supervised field placement as qualifying experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level juvenile officers?
Entry Level juvenile officer roles concentrate in Government & Public Sector and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at the entry level because juvenile justice programs, court supervision services, and youth rehabilitation programs are largely administered through government agencies and nonprofit organizations that maintain dedicated pipelines for new professionals entering the field.