CORRECTIONS COLONEL

State of Louisiana; Cottonport (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a supervisor for Unit 1 security operations at the Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport, LA. This promotional opportunity targets current LA DOC employees with permanent status and readiness to advance within a Class 2 facility.

The incumbent will supervise staff, enforce security rules, and oversee daily operations in a 1,808-offender capacity facility.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a correctional, behavioral, or penal institution with responsibility for security, custody, rehabilitation, or classification of offenders, or in law enforcement or security.
• Two years of this experience must be in a role equivalent in scope to a Corrections Captain in State service.
• Must meet all stated requirements and be eligible for permanent status/promotional opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and directions to subordinates assigned to Unit 1 security operations.
• Make recommendations on personnel actions such as permanent status, disciplinary actions, promotions, and evaluations.
• Work a flex schedule and conduct daily inspections to ensure compliance with security rules and procedures.

Skills

Correctional security experience

Law enforcement experience

POST certified peace officer

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

RAYMOND LABORDE CORRECTIONAL CENTER

Cottonport, 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.

As the supervisor responsible for Unit 1 security operations, the incumbent will oversee staff performance and daily functions within Raymond Laborde Correctional Center (RLCC), a Class 2 facility with an operational capacity of 1,808 adult male offenders ranging from minimum to maximum custody. RLCC is staffed by 355 authorized positions, supported by unclassified, temporary, and contract-funded employees. Five years of experience in a correctional, behavioral, or penal institution with responsibility for the security, custody, rehabilitation, or classification of offenders, or in law enforcement or security plus one of the following:

• 1. Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• 2. One year of experience in any field; OR
• 3. Six months of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer.

Two years of this experience must have been in a position equivalent in scope of responsibility or complexity of work performed to a Corrections Captain in State service.

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.

Job Duties

• Responsible for giving appropriate guidance and directions to subordinates assigned to this Unit
• Makes recommendations to the Administrative Staff regarding personnel actions on subordinate employees such as granting of permanent status, disciplinary actions, promotions and performance evaluations.
• Work a flex schedule as approved by the Chief of Security and make daily inspections of this Unit and ensures that all security rules, regulations, and procedures are being enforced. Ensures that appropriate security measures are in effect in all areas.

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.

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $36.26 per hour.

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:

Lauren Harmason

Human Resources Department

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