CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT COLONEL-LAMOD COORDINATOR

State of Louisiana; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Juvenile Justice in Louisiana seeks a confident Corrections Lieutenant Colonel to lead staff, reinforce LAMOD principles, and drive high-quality therapeutic programming for youth at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie.

The role requires four years in correctional or related settings and at least one year at a level comparable to a Corrections Captain. A valid driver’s license is required. This is a full-time, probationary appointment in a mission-driven agency.

Qualifications

• Four 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 plus one of the following.
• One year of experience in any field; OR
• Six months of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff, assign workloads, provide coaching and performance feedback, complete evaluations, and issue corrective actions when needed.
• Observe Group Leaders in the dorms, reinforce a positive, treatment-focused culture aligned with Louisiana Model for Secure Care (LAMOD).
• Coordinate the Skills Building Program and ensure staff follow policy, maintain youth portfolios, and support program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the Recreation Therapist to plan and implement recreation and incentive-based activities consistent with LAMOD principles.
• Provide ongoing staff training, including pre-service, in-service, senior assessments, and one-on-one coaching; serve as a LAMOD trainer.
• Ensure Group Leaders complete required LAMOD assessments, compliance tools, documentation, and meeting participation.
• Support policy development, long-range planning, and facility-wide LAMOD implementation.
• Conduct and participate in audits, set deadlines for action plans, review submissions, and keep leadership informed of progress.
• Prepare accurate reports, maintain strong communication, and assist with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Corrections leadership

LAMOD knowledge

Staff coaching

Policy implementation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie

1536 Bordelon Road, Bunkie, LA 71322

https://ojj.la.gov/location/acadiana-center-for-youth-bunkie

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a confident, mission-driven Corrections Lieutenant Colonel to lead staff, strengthen facility culture, and support high-quality therapeutic programming for youth. This is a key leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and teamwork, and is passionate about shaping a safe, structured, and treatment-focused facility.

As a Corrections Lieutenant Colonel, you’ll guide frontline staff, reinforce LAMOD principles, and help create an environment where youth can grow and staff can succeed. If you’re energized by meaningful leadership, committed to professional excellence, and ready to make a lasting impact across units, this role offers a powerful opportunity to lead with purpose.

Experience

Four 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.

One year of this experience must have been in a position equivalent in scope of responsibility or complexity of work performed to a Corrections Captain in State service.

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 staff, assign workloads, provide coaching and performance feedback, complete evaluations, and issue corrective actions when needed.

• Observe Group Leaders in the dorms, provide feedback on professionalism and youth interaction, and reinforce a positive, treatment-focused culture aligned with Louisiana Model for Secure Care (LAMOD).

• Coordinate the Skills Building Program and ensure staff follow policy, maintain youth portfolios, and support program effectiveness.

• Collaborate with the Recreation Therapist to plan and implement recreation and incentive-based activities consistent with LAMOD principles.

• Provide ongoing staff training, including pre-service, in-service, senior assessments, and one-on-one coaching; serve as a LAMOD trainer.

• Ensure Group Leaders complete required LAMOD assessments, compliance tools, documentation, and meeting participation.

• Support policy development, long-range planning, and facility-wide LAMOD implementation.

• Conduct and participate in audits, set deadlines for action plans, review submissions, and keep leadership informed of progress.

• Prepare accurate reports, maintain strong communication, and assist with special projects as assigned.

Position Specific Details

This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full-time, probational

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

For further information about this vacancy, contact

Garilyn London

OJJ/ Human Resources

[e-mail]