CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT

State of Louisiana; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Health insurance (post-retirement)

At least 10 paid holidays

Sick and annual leave rollover

Deferred compensation plan

Flexible benefits plan

Alternate work schedules

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a dedicated Correctional Lieutenant at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA.

You will supervise security staff, oversee daily operations, and coordinate staffing while promoting professionalism and safety within a 24-hour facility.

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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate correctional staff to ensure effective performance and adherence to policy.
• Oversee daily security operations, including housing units, offender movement, perimeter checks, and emergency response.
• Conduct inspections, review reports, and ensure accurate documentation of security activities.
• Coordinate shift operations, manage staffing assignments, and maintain operational readiness.
• Respond to incidents, provide command-level support, and ensure proper incident reporting.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and developing staff to promote professionalism and preparedness.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to support institutional goals and improve operational efficiency.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year experience in any field

6 months POST certified peace officer

Job description

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

https://doc.la.gov/

ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER

St. Gabriel, 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 an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Correctional Lieutenant to join our security leadership team. This position plays a vital role in maintaining the safety, security, and orderly operation of the facility while supporting the professional development of correctional staff.

Why work for DOC?

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

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:

• Supervise and evaluate correctional staff to ensure effective performance and adherence to policy.
• Oversee daily security operations, including housing units, offender movement, perimeter checks, and emergency response.
• Conduct inspections, review reports, and ensure accurate documentation of security activities.
• Coordinate shift operations, manage staffing assignments, and maintain operational readiness.
• Respond to incidents, provide command-level support, and ensure proper incident reporting.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and developing staff to promote professionalism and preparedness.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to support institutional goals and improve operational efficiency.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.

• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.

Compensation:

This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $29.50 per hour.

This position also offers premium pay: A rate between $1.00 and $2.00 an hour for each regular 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:

Hilary Dugar

Human Resources Department

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center

Ph: [phone]

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