CORRECTIONS COLONEL bei State of Louisiana

About the Department

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 a promotional opportunity for current LA Department of Corrections employees who have permanent status and are ready to advance in their career.

The Colonel over the Office of Incident Management, Fugitive Recovery, and Security Oversight provides executive-level leadership in the coordination, readiness, and security operations of the Louisiana Department of Corrections. This position ensures a unified response to critical incidents, oversees fugitive recovery operations, and maintains statewide compliance with security and ACA standards. The Colonel serves as a key liaison between DOC headquarters, correctional facilities, and external agencies during emergencies, disasters, and high-level security matters.

This position offers a dynamic and mission-critical opportunity to lead statewide emergency operations and fugitive recovery for Louisiana’s correctional system. The Colonel plays a pivotal role in crisis response, interagency collaboration, and maintaining public trust through safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

Position Duties

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.

Minimum Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Other Qualifications

Job Duties: 

• Incident Management and Emergency Operations
   Leads the Department’s response to critical incidents, ensuring the Incident Management Center (IMC) is fully operational and ready for activation. Coordinates emergency logistics—including supply distribution, facility evacuations, and communications—to maintain the safety and security of DOC staff and offenders during statewide emergencies.

• Fugitive Recovery and Escape Investigations
   Oversees all DOC inmate escape investigations from state and local facilities. Coordinates with law enforcement and Probation & Parole to issue warrants, recover fugitives, and prevent future incidents. Prepares and submits detailed reports to executive leadership, including the annual statewide escape report.

• Headquarters Security Oversight and ACA Audits
  Oversees security operations at DOC Headquarters, ensuring a safe and secure environment for staff and visitors. Coordinates and conducts ACA compliance audits focused on institutional security across all state facilities. Identifies security risks, recommends corrective actions, and supports leadership in maintaining statewide standards for facility safety and operational readiness.

Attributes needed for this position

1. Crisis Leadership: The ability to remain decisive, calm, and strategic under pressure during emergencies or high-stress situations.
2. Operational Coordination: Strong organizational and communication skills to synchronize efforts across agencies, facilities, and leadership levels.

Position-Specific Details: 

Appointment Type: Promotion of a permanent, classified employee of LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES (Adult DOC) 

• The selected employee may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted, or may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make at each level over their career and NOT the amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

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.

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.
  • 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.

• Please list your security experience separately by job title so that years of higher levels of supervisory security experience may be calculated. Ex. Corrections Cadet/Sergeant/Master Sergeant, Corrections Lieutenant, Corrections Captain, etc.
• To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE. 

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Megan Coco

Human Resources Department

[email protected]

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