CORRECTIONS MAJOR

DOC-Allen Correctional Center; Kinder (LA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Correctional Center in Kinder, LA seeks a Corrections Major to supervise staff and oversee daily operations. You will direct housing unit activities, coordinate inspections, and evaluate emergency procedures.

Requirements include four years in corrections or related fields with security responsibilities and one of: a high school diploma/GED, one year of experience, or six months of POST peace officer work. This is a detail/appoinment type with SER pay and additional premium pay.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop staff schedules, mentor subordinate staff.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct daily operations of assigned area of the facility.
• Monitor facility conditions to include sanitation and food services.

Skills

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year of experience in any field

6 months POST peace officer experience

Job description

Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

ALLEN CORRECTION 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.

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

Allen Correctional Center is seeking a motivated and energetic individual to serve as a Corrections Major. This position is a key supervisory role responsible for directing and supervising subordinate personnel, including Captains, Lieutenants, and Corrections Officers. Plan, coordinate, and direct daily operations of assigned area. Conduct regular inspections of housing units and grounds. Evaluates emergency procedures.

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:

• 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.

Two years of this experience must have been in a position equivalent in scope of responsibility or complexity of work performed to a Corrections Lieutenant in the State service.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants who have 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:

• Develop staff schedules, mentor subordinate staff.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct daily operations of assigned area of the facility.
• Monitor facility conditions to include sanitation and food services.

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 $31.67 per hour.

This position also offers premium pay: A rate between $ .50 and $1.00 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

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:

Samantha Jefferson

Human Resources Department

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