Corrections Captain

State of Louisiana•Cottonport, LA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

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 an Assistant Shift Supervisor at Raymond Laborde Correctional Center (RLCC), the incumbent will support the oversight of daily operations within a facility that houses 1,908 adult male offenders spanning all custody levels, from minimum to maximum.

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.
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.

Responsibilities

Makes daily inspections of areas under his/ her supervision to insure compliance with prevailing security policies and practices as well as to determine that all officers are properly performing their duties.
Investigates unusual occurrences and may determine and appropriate course of action.
Coordinates all personnel assignments for the Shift Supervisor to insure proper coverage for each post.
Counsels subordinate officers regarding any problems they may have.
Conducts daily inspection of officers.