CORRECTIONS CADET, SERGEANT, or SGT-MASTER -- UNIV MEDICAL CTR N.O.

Grambling State University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services seeks dependable individuals to serve as Correctional Officers. The role involves enforcing custody and security of inmates in a hospital environment, working closely with those receiving care at the University Medical Center of New Orleans.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, at least 18 years old, and a valid driver’s license; one year of experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience in any field.
• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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 PREA, applicants found to have engaged in sexual abuse or activity will be disqualified.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Enforce custody and control of inmates in a hospital/medical setting.
• Supervise and escort inmates; report and investigate suspicious activities; perform in-depth security searches/shakedowns of inmate’s person, property, and living quarters.
• Follow direction given by upper level officers, departmental policies, and regulations.
• Will receive firearms training.
• Four week Correctional Officer Training Academy in St. Gabriel, LA.
• Work closely with inmates in a hospital setting who are receiving care at University Medical Center of New Orleans.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER

St. Gabriel, LA

This position will be domiciled at the UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER in New Orleans, 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 an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility or correctional setting where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

The LA Department of Corrections is seeking dependable and fair individuals to fill an important role in our department as CORRECTIONAL OFFICER. This position is vital in the department as it is the front-line individual who enforces the custody and control of inmates in a State penal institution. An officer who is assertive and accountable can make a difference in the day-to-day operation of a facility working to rehabilitate individuals. THIS POSITION WILL WORK CLOSELY WITH INMATES RECEIVING CARE AT THE UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER OF NEW ORLEANS.

Why work for DOC?

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• One year of experience in any field.
• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • 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.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Possession of a current driver's license.

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

EXPECTATIONS FOR CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS

• Four week Correctional Officer Training Academy in St. Gabriel, LA.
• Security Officer in a hospital environment.
• Work closely with inmates incarcerated in a State prison facility who are receiving care at the University Medical Center of New Orleans.
• Primarily responsible for the custody and security of inmates being treated in a hospital setting.
• Supervise and escort inmates, report and investigate suspicious activities, perform in-depth security searches/shakedowns of inmate’s person, property, and living quarters.
• Follow direction given by upper level officers, departmental policies, and regulations.
• Will receive firearms training.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.
• This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

Career Progression

Corrections Cadet, Sergeant, or Sergeant-Master

• Filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant.
• Salary depends on level of experience.

• Start as a Corrections Cadet. (May start as a Corrections Sergeant with certain qualifying experience.)
• Eligible for reallocation, up one pay level from Cadet, to Corrections Sergeant after 6 months of successful employment.
• Eligible for reallocation, up two pay levels from Sergeant, to Corrections Sergeant-Master after one year of successful LA DOC employment.
• With 2 years of Correctional Office experience and permanent status, eligible to apply for promotion to Corrections Lieutenant, which is up two pay levels from Corrections Sergeant-Master

Compensation

To see minimum qualifications and salary ranges, click HERE.

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.

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