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

State of Louisiana

New Orleans (LA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Health insurance

Holidays and leave

Deferred compensation plan

Flexible benefits plan

Alternative work schedules

Job summary

State of Louisiana’s Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services in New Orleans, LA seeks dependable individuals to serve as Correctional Officers. This role enforces custody and control of inmates in a State penal institution, with emphasis on safety, professionalism, and collaboration with University Medical Center staff.

The position begins with a four week Correctional Officer Training Academy in St.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

in New Orleans, LA

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

LOUISIANA STATE PENITENTIARY

Angola, 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.

Minimum 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.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties And Other Information

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.

For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact

Human Resources Department

Phone: 225-319-4128

Fax: 225-319-4592

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

If you have previous employment in a community confinement center, jail, lockup or prison, the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) requires Corrections Human Resources to contact those employers prior to hiring any applicant for information on substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or any resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. Do you authorize the Human Resources Office of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Corrections Services, to contact any of your prior employers, whether listed on your employment application or not, to ascertain information required by the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Part 115 of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations? I understand that prior to any offer of employment by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections that such information must be obtained. IMPORTANT: I also understand that if I do not authorize such contact, I will not be eligible for employment with the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Should I be appointed from this announcement, I also understand that this authorization will remain valid for the duration of my employment with the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Questions should be directed to Human Resources as noted in the Supplemental Information section of this job posting.

Yes, I understand. You may contact my employers, past or present.
No. Do not contact my employers, past or present, and DO NOT CONSIDER ME as a candidate for employment.

Do you possess a High School diploma or GED equivalency?

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or felony or under indictment of a felony charge?

Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?

If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.

DA: Demonstrating Accountability - How well do you take responsibility for your actions, results, and performance?

I avoid responsibility, deliver poor work, and resist feedback.
I take ownership when prompted and meet basic expectations.
I own results, meet standards, and respond to feedback professionally.
I drive high performance, prevent issues, and model accountability.

DA: Demonstrating Accountability - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

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