CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT

State of Louisiana; Homer (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections – Corrections Services at David Wade Correctional Center in Homer, LA seeks a Corrections Lieutenant to provide strong leadership and operational oversight in a secure facility.

This promotion-focused role rewards experienced staff with progression opportunities, a special entrance rate of $26.79 per hour, and premium pay based on years of service; demanding yet rewarding duties include enforcing policies, preparing incident reports, and

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

• Enforce facility policies, procedures, and state/federal regulations governing correctional operations.
• Prepare and review incident reports, disciplinary actions, use-of-force documentation, and investigative summaries.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
• Assist in developing and updating operational procedures, training materials, and performance standards.

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of experience in any field

Six months of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer

Job description

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

https://doc.la.gov/

DAVID WADE CORRECTIONAL CENTER

Homer, 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.

David Wade Correctional Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Corrections Lieutenant to provide strong leadership and operational oversight in a secure correctional environment. This position plays a key role in maintaining safety and security, guiding and developing correctional staff, and ensuring that daily institutional operations run efficiently and professionally. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, clear and confident decision making, and a commitment to accountability in a team-oriented setting.

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:

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.

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

• Enforce facility policies, procedures, and state/federal regulations governing correctional operations.
• Prepare and review incident reports, disciplinary actions, use-of-force documentation, and investigative summaries.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes to ensure operational readiness and compliance.

• Assist in developing and updating operational procedures, training materials, and performance standards.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Promotion of a permanent, classified employee of LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC)

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 a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $26.79 per hour.

There is ‘Premium Pay’ for this position: A rate between $0.50 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:

Dena Clark

Human Resources Department

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