CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT

State of Louisiana; Kinder (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services in Kinder, LA seeks a Corrections Lieutenant to supervise staff, oversee daily security operations, monitor inmate movement, and respond to emergencies. The role enforces LDPS&C policies and acts as a shift leader to mentor staff and promote accountability.

The position is a 24-hour facility with opportunities for advancement within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• One year of experience in any field (required).
• Six months of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer (required).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight of inmate behavior and daily activities, enforcing facility rules and regulations to maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff within assigned areas by providing guidance, training, and ongoing support to promote team effectiveness and professional growth.
• Ensure operational excellence by completing detailed reports, reviewing operational logs, and managing daily security functions to uphold safety, security, and efficient facility operations.

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

About This Job

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services

https://doc.la.gov/

ALLEN CORRECTIONAL CENTER
Kinder, 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.

Allen Correctional Center is seeking a motivated and energetic individual to serve as a Corrections Lieutenant. This position is a key supervisory role responsible for overseeing correctional staff, managing daily security operations, monitoring inmate movement, and responding to emergencies. The Lieutenant ensures compliance with LDPS&C policies and standards while serving as a shift leader who mentors staff and promotes professionalism and accountability.

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.

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

• Provide direct oversight of inmate behavior and daily activities, enforcing facility rules and regulations to maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff within assigned areas by providing guidance, training, and ongoing support to promote team effectiveness and professional growth.
• Ensure operational excellence by completing detailed reports, reviewing operational logs, and managing daily security functions to uphold safety, security, and efficient facility operations.

Position-Specific Details

This is a promotional opportunity for current LA Department of Corrections employees who have permanent status and are ready to advance in their career.

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 ‘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.

Samantha Jefferson

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.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

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

• 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