CORRECTIONS ASSISTANT WARDEN 2

DOC-Allen Correctional Center; Kinder (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking an Assistant Warden 2 at Allen Correctional Center. This leadership role oversees security operations, directs staff, and coordinates all phases of prison activities.

Weekend duty coverage rotates among supervisors to ensure continuous facility oversight. The position requires supervisory-level experience in corrections and may require advanced degrees.

Qualifications

• Three years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises; or six years of full-time experience in any field.
• A bachelor's degree.
• A master's degree plus two years of supervisory-level experience; or a doctorate plus one year of supervisory-level experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Weekend Duty Officer for the entire prison on a rotating basis.
• Directs and coordinates all security and non-security activities to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and goals.
• Manages assigned areas of the facility.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctorate

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

ALLEN CORRECTIONAL CENTER

Kender, 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.

Allen Correctional Center is seeking a motivated and energetic individual to serve as an Assistant Warden 2. This position is a key supervisory role responsible for managing, planning, directing, supervising, and coordinating all phases of security operations. Supervises and controls the movement of offenders, including initial assignment and transfer within the institution. Manages assigned areas of the facility and serves as a training instructor. Provides training and assistance to subordinates regarding policy, procedures, and law.

Qualifications

• Three years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises plus one of the following:
• Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree.
• A master's degree plus two years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises; OR
• A doctorate plus one year of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises.

Special Requirement

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by State and Federal laws is granted.

In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified.

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

Job Duties

• Serves as Weekend Duty Officer for the entire prison on a rotating basis.
• Directs and coordinates all security and non-security activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, departmental and institutional regulations, policies, and goals.
• Manages assigned areas of the facility.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type:DETAIL OF A permanent, classified employee of LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC)

• An employee selected for detail may be permanently promoted to this position if a position becomes available.

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.
  • Applicants may be required to work shift work
  • 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.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Samantha Jefferson

Human Resources Department

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