Senior Corrections Lieutenant Colonel — Unit Manager Support

State of Louisiana; Cottonport (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services, Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport, LA, invites qualified current LA DOC employees with permanent status to apply for the Assistant to the Unit Manager position. This is a promotional opportunity within a 24-hour facility.

The role supports unit security operations, oversees the Shift Majors, and ensures adherence to security procedures while contributing to the facility’s mission and public safety

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and directions to the Shift Majors who are assigned responsibility for the overall security on their assigned Unit.
• Make daily prison inspections and ensure that all security rules, regulations, and procedures are enforced.
• Ensure that appropriate security measures are in effect in all areas.

Education

High school diploma or GED, OR one year of experience in any field, OR six months of POST-certified peace officer

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services, Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport, LA, invites qualified current LA DOC employees with permanent status to apply for the Assistant to the Unit Manager position. This is a promotional opportunity within a 24-hour facility.

The role supports unit security operations, oversees the Shift Majors, and ensures adherence to security procedures while contributing to the facility’s mission and public safety