Corrections Colonel

State of Louisiana • Kinder, LA

3d • 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. Allen Correctional Center is seeking a motivated and energetic individual to serve as a Corrections Colonel. This position is a key supervisory role responsible for supervising facility security and unit management systems, manages mandatory post assignments, and reviews disciplinary matters involving both staff and inmates. Directs and coordinates all security functions and operations.

Requirements

• Five 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.
• Two years 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA).
• 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

• Serves as Weekend Duty Officer for the entire prison on a rotating basis.
• Manages and directs subordinate uniformed personnel, including Lieutenant Colonel, Majors, Captains, Lieutenants, and Correctional Officers.
• Reviews disciplinary action and address inmate and staff grievances.
• Supervising facility security and unit management systems.
• Manages mandatory post assignments.
• Reviews disciplinary matters involving both staff and inmates.
• Directs and coordinates all security functions and operations.

What This Job Offers

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