ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST-A

State of Louisiana; Cottonport (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections - Corrections Services in Cottonport, LA, is seeking a disciplined administrator to oversee disciplinary procedures for RLCC and RLDC, audit court documents, and ensure accurate record filing. The role covers reporting and cost analyses for restitution related to disciplinary actions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in admin services or 6 years of full-time work, or a bachelor’s degree, with substitutions allowed for higher education hours.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in administrative services; OR
• Six years of full‑time work experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree. Substitution: 30 semester hours = 1 year of experience, max 120 semester hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare memorandums on court decisions and restitution cost details.
• Prepare investigation reports and restitution letters; disseminate to Business Office and departments.
• Collect data for monthly/annual reports and respond to requests for copies of legal documents.

Skills

Direction following

Results driven

Policy compliance

Judgment accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

RAYMOND LABORDE CORRECTIONAL CENTER

Cottonport, 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 a promotional opportunity for current LA Department of Corrections employees who have permanent status and are ready to advance in their career.

The incumbent serves as the primary authority for all disciplinary processes and procedures for RLCC and RLDC, as well as for regional disciplinary court operations covering Avoyelles, Rapides, Catahoula, Concordia, Evangeline, Grant, and Lafayette parishes. This position independently audits, reviews, compiles, and prepares reports and post-hearing disciplinary court documents using computer-based systems. The incumbent prepares and processes all court documentation for RLCC and RLDC and ensures the accuracy, completeness, and proper filing of all disciplinary records. Final disciplinary board results are posted in Offender Records in accordance with established policies, procedures, and timelines.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
• Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
• Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.

Eligibility and Experience

• Three years of experience in administrative services; OR
• Six years of full‑time work 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.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Independently prepares memorandums to all concerned regarding court decisions. Gathers information and detailed cost analysis statements from the Medical department in a timely fashion to determine appropriate restitution cost for inmate disciplinary sanctions.
• Prepares Investigation Reports, Restitution Letters to offenders and disseminates to the RLCC Business Office and other appropriate departments for restitution charges due to disciplinary infractions.
• Gathers and collects data for monthly and annual C‑05 report for Headquarters review. Prepares and addresses correspondence from offenders regarding Loss of Privileges, restitution, copies of requested legal documents, etc.

Position‑Specific Details

• The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted or may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Other Important Information

• IMPORTANT: In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), to be considered for employment, by answering ‘YES’ to the PREA question.
• 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.
  • 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.

Lauren Harmason

Human Resources Department

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Ph: (318) 876‑4231

Fax: (225) 342‑5968