Deputy Warden, Corrections - Executive Facility Leader

State of Louisiana; St. Gabriel (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA, seeks a Corrections Deputy Warden 4 to lead operations, security, and administrative functions of one of Louisiana's largest facilities.

This executive role directs facility management, policy implementation, and major custody divisions while maintaining a safe, compliant, and rehabilitative environment for staff and people in custody. Travel and staff coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• Five years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises; plus one of: six years of full-time experience in any field.
• A bachelor's degree.
• A master's degree plus four years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises; or a doctorate plus three years.
• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: 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.

Responsibilities

• The Deputy Warden 4 provides strategic leadership in facility management and policy development.
• Oversees major programmatic and custody divisions to ensure compliance with standards.
• Promotes a safe, secure, and rehabilitative environment for staff and individuals in custody.
• Responds to significant incidents and coordinates emergency responses 24/7.
• Supervises department managers and coordinates with prison enterprises and external agencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Correctional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Doctorate

Job description

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel, LA, seeks a Corrections Deputy Warden 4 to lead operations, security, and administrative functions of one of Louisiana's largest facilities.

This executive role directs facility management, policy implementation, and major custody divisions while maintaining a safe, compliant, and rehabilitative environment for staff and people in custody. Travel and staff coordination are essential.