Corrections Support Specialist 1-2

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

2d • 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. As a Corrections Support Specialist 1–2, you will play a vital role in supporting critical administrative and operational functions within the corrections and parole process. At our Baton Rouge location, you’ll be at the heart of live hearings that truly matter. Our team works side-by-side with the Board of Pardons and the Committee on Parole, ensuring every document we gather and upload is accurate, timely, and impactful. The work you do directly supports informed decision-making that affects real lives within our inmate population — this is hands-on, meaningful work with real-world impact. DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development. Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR A bachelor's degree.
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office software
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• No two days are the same, and success in this role requires flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to step in and provide support wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains documentation for the Committee on Parole by monitoring case files, compiling and reviewing records, analyzing case information, and accurately updating and entering changes into the appropriate data systems in preparation for scheduled hearings.
• Prepares and coordinates hearing dockets for more than 160 parole cases each month, ensuring case materials are complete, accurate, and organized for video conference hearings.
• Coordinates with multiple stakeholders, including the Division of Probation & Parole, Victim Assistance Coordinators, District Attorneys, and other relevant agencies and partners, to obtain pertinent documentation and ensure timely upload of materials for Committee review.
• Prepares detailed dockets and develops, uploads, and maintains essential parole materials for panel review.
• Ensures the timely and accurate maintenance of records.
• Creates, updates, and modifies data within IBM Notes and Cajun, maintaining accurate, organized, and accessible information to support effective decision-making and daily operations.

Benefits

• A defined benefit pension plan
• Health insurance that is also available post retirement
• At least 10 paid holidays
• Sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year
• Paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week
• A deferred compensation plan
• A flexible benefits plan
• Alternate work schedules
• Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level