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Louisiana.gov lists this CORRECTIONS LIEUTENANT COLONEL opportunity in cottonport, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant To The Unit ManagerLouisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections ServicesRaymond Laborde Correctional CenterCottonport, LAAt 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.As Assistant to the Unit Manager at Raymond Laborde Correctional Center (RLCC), the incumbent will support operations within a Class 2 facility that houses 1,808 adult male offenders ranging from minimum to maximum custody. RLCC's workforce includes 355 authorized positions, along with numerous contract-funded, unclassified, and WAE security staff who contribute to the institution's mission.Minimum QualificationsFour 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. 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. Necessary special requirements include: 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) 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.Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties And Other InformationJob Duties:Responsible for giving appropriate guidance and directions to the Shift Majors who are assigned responsibility for the overall security on their assigned UnitMakes daily inspections of the prison and ensures that all security rules, regulations, and procedures are being enforced.Ensures that appropriate security measures are in effect in all areas.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 $33.89 per hour.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.BenefitsLouisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance CoverageMore information can be found at Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at and Leave– State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. Day,Mardi Gras,Good Friday,Memorial Day,Independence Day,Labor Day,Veteran's Day,Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement– State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):Louisiana State Employees Retirement System ( Retirement System of Louisiana ( School Employees Retirement System ( among others
Worksite address
cottonport, LA, 71327, US
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