Salary : $5,650.67 - $7,738.00 Monthly
Location : St. Gabriel, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 413-26-105
Department: DOC-Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

Minimum Qualifications

Three 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.

One year of this experience must have been in a position equivalent in scope of responsibility or complexity of work performed to a Corrections Lieutenant in the 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:

The Corrections Captain serves as an assistant yard supervisor to the Corrections Major and plays a crucial role in overseeing security operations, staff performance, and inmate management. This position provides second-line supervision to a Corrections Lieutenant and leads all Master Sergeants, Corrections Sergeants, and Cadets assigned to A, B, C, or D Team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to upholding institutional policies and ensuring the safety of staff, offenders, and the public.
• Meet daily with the Shift Supervisor to review operational needs, security concerns, staff assignments, and institutional priorities. Ensure the Roll Call Training Topic is prepared and effectively delivered at each roll call.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to the Corrections Lieutenant. In coordination with the Unit Manager and Colonel, conduct staff meetings to address security operations, problem areas, new directives, policy updates, staff morale, inmate morale, and any matters impacting the overall function of the unit.
• Communicate all relevant and significant information to the Major, Colonel, and Unit Manager in a timely and accurate manner.
• Remain on the assigned post until properly relieved, ensuring constant oversight and continuation of security operations.
• Properly transfer all equipment, updates, and essential information to the relieving Captain during shift change.
• Meet periodically with the Shift Major and Lieutenants to discuss operational management issues, emerging concerns, and teamwork strategies. Conduct facility rounds with shift supervisors to assess security practices and ensure compliance with institutional standards.
Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $32.06 per hour.

This position also offers premium pay: A rate between $1.00 and $2.00 an hour for each regular hour worked, based on years of service with DOC, in addition to regular pay.

Other Important Information:

• IMPORTANT: In the supplemental questions section, 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.
• 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.
  • This is a 24-hour facility.
  • Applicants may be required to work shift work
  • This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace.

How to Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

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. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

• There is no guarantee that everyone who applies to this posting will be interviewed. The hiring supervisor/manager has 90 days from the closing date of the announcement to make a hiring decision. Specific information about this job will be provided to you in the interview process, should you be selected.
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For further information about this vacancy contact:

Hilary Dugar

Human Resources Department

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center

Ph: (225) 319-4128

Fax: (225) 319-4592