CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT

State of Louisiana; Angie (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services in Angie, LA is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant to join the leadership team, overseeing daily operations, staff development, policy compliance and safety for staff and inmates.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, sound judgment and upholding the agency's mission and standards. Eligible current LA DOC employees may apply for this promotional opportunity.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services https://doc.la.gov/

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.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

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

• 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

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 $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.

For Further Information About This Vacancy, Contact

Kailey Sharp

Human Resources Department

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Ph: [phone]

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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.

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

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

Eligibility and Authorizations

01

• Yes
• No

02

• Yes
• No

03

• Yes
• No

04

• 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.

05

• Yes
• No

06

• Yes
• No

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• Required Question