Corrections Cadet — Launch Your Public Safety Career

State of Louisiana; Cottonport (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking dependable individuals to serve as Correctional Officers at Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport, LA. This frontline role enforces custody and security, supervises inmate housing, escorts prisoners, and supports safety through searches and procedures.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, or one year of general work experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Enforces custody and security of inmates in a state prison facility.
• Supervises inmate housing areas, escorts prisoners, and investigates suspicious activities.
• Performs security searches/shakedowns of inmates, property, living quarters and work locations.
• Works with upper level officers and follows departmental policies.

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of experience in any field

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking dependable individuals to serve as Correctional Officers at Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport, LA. This frontline role enforces custody and security, supervises inmate housing, escorts prisoners, and supports safety through searches and procedures.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, or one year of general work experience.