Corrections Captain

State of Louisiana • Homer, LA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

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. David Wade Correctional Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Corrections Captain to provide strong leadership and operational oversight in a secure correctional environment. This position plays a key role in maintaining safety and security, guiding and developing correctional staff, and ensuring that daily institutional operations run efficiently and professionally. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, clear and confident decision making, and a commitment to accountability in a team-oriented setting.

Requirements

• Three 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 Lieutenant in the State service.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all staffing needs are consistently met by monitoring daily schedules, adjusting post assignments, authorizing overtime when necessary, and coordinating with command staff to maintain adequate coverage across all operational areas.
• Ensures all facility policies, procedures, and operational standards are properly implemented and followed by conducting routine inspections, reviewing staff performance, and reinforcing compliance through coaching, corrective action, and ongoing oversight.
• Conducts roll calls and shift briefings as needed, providing staff with critical updates, post assignments, safety information, and operational expectations to ensure a well-informed and prepared team.
• Conducts performance evaluations and planning sessions with subordinate officers, offering constructive feedback, identifying training needs, setting professional development goals, and documenting progress in accordance with agency guidelines.

Benefits

• Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $24.64 per hour
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED