Louisiana Department of
Public Safety & Corrections –
Corrections Services
www.doc.louisiana.gov
DIXON CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE
Jackson, LA
THIS POSITION WILL BE FILLED BY DETAIL
OF A PERMANENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE OF
LA DPS&C – CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC)
This position may be filled as:
Exams and License Requirements
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
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The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor including disability.
For information about this job posting contact:
Christy Rossin
Dixon Correctional Institute
Human Resources Department
5568 Hwy 68 Jackson, LA 70748
Christy.rossin@LA.GOV
Ph: (225) 634-6209
Fax: (225) 342-5968
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Four 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.
OR
A master's degree plus three years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises; OR
A doctorate plus two years of supervisory-level experience in a correctional institution, penal institution, or prison enterprises.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
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.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To administer the medical, treatment, administrative or security programs of a large, complex adult correctional facility.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Administrator.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Board direction from a higher level Administrator.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct line over lower level staff.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Corrections Services, Office of Adult Services.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Corrections Assistant Warden 2 or 4 by independent responsibility for an assigned program area.
Differs from Correction Deputy Warden 3, 4 or 5 by lack of overall responsibility as second in command of a correctional facility.
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Evaluates current policies and programs for improvements or alterations to meet changes in the program area.
Reviews all serious and unusual occurrence reports.
Analyzes performance of assigned staff.
Reviews written complaints from offenders.
Conducts staff meetings and staffing reviews.
Responds on a 24-hour basis to significant unusual occurrences at the facility.
Prepares and submits reports on crimes committed inside the facility. Works with officials of local, state and federal units of law enforcement regarding criminal activity that occurs within the facility.
Testifies in federal and state court on behalf on the facility.
Assists in the budget preparation and justification of needs of program areas.
Reviews offender records to recommend or deny trusteeship or other privileges.
Supervises offender disciplinary or classification functions.
Supervises offender organizations.
Performs special projects as required.
Serves as weekend duty warden on a rotating schedule.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):