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Salary $4,684.00 - $9,480.00 Monthly Location Angola, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 402-26-016 Department DOC-Louisiana State Penitentiary Opening Date 03/16/2026 Closing Date 3/23/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections - Corrections Services www.doc.louisiana.gov LOUISIANA STATE PENITENTIARY Angola, LA 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 an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.The Louisiana State Penitentiary is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to serve as a Corrections Colonel, a key leadership role within the institution.This position is critical to maintaining effective prison operations within a secure correctional environment while ensuring strong employee relations, policy compliance, and workforce development.As one of Louisiana's largest correctional institutions, Louisiana State Penitentiary relies on experienced leaders who can support staff and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, accountability, and operational efficiency.The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to supporting the men and women who work to maintain safety and order within the facility.In this role, the incumbent will assist the Chief of Security in overseeing the unit management system of security.Responsibilities include performing highly responsible supervisory and administrative security work involving the organization, coordination, and direction of institutional security operations to ensure the safe and effective management of the facility.Culture:DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.Growth:Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.Benefits:DOC offers a generous benefits package including; 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 etc.Alternative work schedules including 4/10's MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.Minimum Qualifications 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.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: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.Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:Incumbent will assist the Chief of Security in supervision of the unit management system of security by performing highly responsible supervisory and administrative security work in the organization, coordination and direction of security.Duties involve responsibility for assisting in the planning of security procedures and regulations for the care, custody and control of inmates.Supervise all security functions and security staff.Required to have extensive knowledge of mandatory security posts, department regulations and penitentiary directives Address all complaints