Corrections Cadet: Frontline Public Safety Trainee

State of Louisiana; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services, at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA, is hiring for a Correctional Officer.

The role focuses on custody and control of inmates, ensuring safety and security within the facility, and upholding professional standards. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent) and may possess one year of experience in any field.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• One year of experience in any field.

Responsibilities

• Enforce custody and security of inmates.
• Supervise inmate housing areas and escort prisoners.
• Investigate suspicious activities and conduct in-depth security searches.
• Monitor inmate work crews, patrol prison areas, and transport inmates as assigned.
• Follow department policies and regulations; will receive firearms training.

Skills

Custody & control

Teamwork

Firearms training

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services, at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA, is hiring for a Correctional Officer.

The role focuses on custody and control of inmates, ensuring safety and security within the facility, and upholding professional standards. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent) and may possess one year of experience in any field.