Corrections Deputy Warden 4

State of Louisiana•St. Gabriel, LA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a highly motivated, seasoned correctional leader to serve as Corrections Deputy Warden 4, functioning as the facility’s Deputy Chief Administrator at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center. This executive-level position plays a critical role in directing the overall operations, security, and administrative functions of one of Louisiana’s largest and most complex correctional institutions. This position offers the opportunity to influence statewide correctional initiatives, support organizational excellence, and contribute directly to public safety and rehabilitation efforts within the Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections.

Requirements

Two years of the required experience must have been at the managerial level or above with direct-line supervisory responsibility over two or more subordinates.
Five years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises plus one of the following: 1. Six years of full-time experience in any field; or 2. A bachelor's degree.
A master's degree plus four years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises.
A doctorate plus three years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises.
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.

Nice To Haves

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional judgment, advanced knowledge of correctional practices, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to lead diverse teams in a demanding, mission-focused environment.

Responsibilities

Provides strategic leadership in facility management.
Supports the Warden in developing and implementing operational policies.
Oversees major programmatic and custody divisions.
Ensures compliance with departmental standards.
Promotes a safe, secure, and rehabilitative environment for staff and individuals in custody.
Serves as the chief administrator of the facility with responsibility for all operations in the absence of the Correction Warden 4.
Supervises department managers, including business administrator, offender records, staff personnel managers, physician, and assistant wardens.
Assists in coordination with prison enterprises of farm and industrial operations.
Assists in directing and participates in facility responses to emergency situations including escapes and searches, work stoppages, hostage negotiations, and other violent and nonviolent disorders.
Maintains written, verbal, and direct personal contact with headquarters executive and support staff offenders, families of offenders, units of local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, and legal counsel for offenders, staff, and the state.
Responds on a 24-hour a day basis to significant unusual occurrences at the facility.