CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT

Grambling State University; Angie (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Special Entrance Rate (SER)

Premium Pay

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant at Rayburn Correctional Center in Angie, LA. The role focuses on daily operations, staff development, policy compliance, and maintaining a secure environment for staff and inmates.

The position requires two years in corrections or related fields, plus a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent experience).

Qualifications

• Two 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.
• Must possess 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.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on the job training to insure officers understand duties and perform duties efficiently.
• Notifies superiors of unusual incidents, conducts initial investigations, and ensures security/safety of individuals involved.
• Responds to emergencies and assists in bringing emergencies under control.
• Assists with setup of roll call and staff inspections.
• Oversees or assists with unscheduled shakedowns to locate and confiscate contraband.
• Serves as supervisor under the direction of a Corrections Captain and Shift Major to Master Sergeants and Sergeants.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Emergency response

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post require (none)

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections - Corrections Services

RAYBURN CORRECTIONAL CENTER

Angie, 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.

Rayburn Correctional Center is seeking a dedicated, highly motivated Corrections Lieutenant to join our leadership team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, security, and operational integrity of the facility. The ideal candidate is an experienced corrections professional with strong leadership skills, sound judgment, and the ability to guide staff while upholding the mission, values, and standards of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections. As a Corrections Lieutenant, you will oversee daily operations, support staff development, ensure policy compliance, and contribute to a secure and orderly environment for both staff and inmates.

Two 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:

• 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.

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.

• Conducts on the job training to insure officers understand duties which have been assigned and performs his duties in an efficient, acceptable manner.
• Notifies superiors of any unusual incidents/occurrences, performs initial investigations, and insures security/safety of individuals involved.
• Responds to emergency situations, and assists in bringing emergencies under control.
• Assists with setup of roll call and with staff inspections.
• Oversees and/or assists with unscheduled shakedowns within living and working areas of inmates, including inmates, in order to locate and confiscate contraband.
• This position serves as supervisor, under the direction of a Corrections Captain and a Shift Major, to Master Sergeants, Sergeants and Cadets.

Position-Specific Details:

• The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted, or may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Compensation:

• This position has aSpecial Entrance Rate (SER)of $26.79 per hour.

• There is also 'Premium Pay' for this position: A rate between $.50 an hour and $1.00 an hour for each hour worked based on years of service with DOC, in addition to regular pay.

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.

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based based on any non-merit factor including disability.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Kailey Sharp

Human Resources Department

[e-mail]

Ph: [phone]

Fax: [phone]