CORRECTIONS COLONEL

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

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Holidays and Leave

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services seeks a supervisor to oversee Unit 1 security operations at Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport, LA. This Class 2 facility houses up to 1,808 adult male offenders; the center is staffed by 355 authorized positions.

The role focuses on guiding subordinates, evaluating personnel actions, and maintaining daily security operations through a flex schedule and routine inspections. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; OR one year of experience in any field; OR six months of POST certified peace officer experience.
• Two years of experience must be in a role comparable in scope to a Corrections Captain in State service.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and directions to subordinates assigned to this Unit.
• Recommend personnel actions (permanent status, disciplinary actions, promotions, evaluations) to Administrative Staff.
• Work a flex schedule; conduct daily inspections; enforce security rules and procedures.

Job description

About This Job

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Job Specification

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 permanent status, disciplinary actions, promotions, and performance evaluations.
• Works a flex schedule as approved by the Chief of Security and makes 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.

Insurance Coverage

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

Parental Leave

Up to six weeks paid parental leave

Holidays and Leave

State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• 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

State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• 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

For Further Information About This Vacancy, Contact:

Lauren Harmason
Human Resources Department
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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.