CORRECTIONS MAJOR

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

https://doc.la.gov/

ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER

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

The Assistant Chief Investigator at Elayn Hunt Correctional Center serves as a key member of the facility’s investigative leadership team. Under the direction of the Corrections Colonel and at the discretion of the Warden, Deputy Warden, Assistant Wardens/Security, and Assistant Warden/Treatment, the incumbent is responsible for conducting criminal and administrative investigations involving offenders and employees of EHCC. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity, safety, and accountability of operations within one of Louisiana’s largest correctional institutions.Four 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 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.

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

Job Duties:

• Plan and Oversee Institutional Investigations: Develop and organize investigative strategies for incidents occurring within the facility. Maintain regular communication with appropriate staff regarding the status of ongoing investigations. Review all Unusual Occurrence Reports submitted by Security and provide timely updates to the Warden on current cases, emerging trends, and potential areas of concern.

• Serve as Law Enforcement Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to coordinate and support investigations involving offenders, employees, or visitors. Work closely with the Sheriff’s Office to arrange the periodic destruction of contraband—such as narcotics, weapons, and other prohibited items—once cleared by the District Attorney’s Office. Collaborate with the District Attorney by preparing case reports, submitting evidence, and supporting Grand Jury presentations and criminal trials.
• Manage Evidence and Maintain Investigative Records: Ensure proper acquisition, documentation, and preservation of physical evidence, including maintaining an unbroken chain of custody for potential future legal proceedings. Keep detailed records of evidence disposition and maintain accurate, secure inventories of all items stored in the evidence locker. Preserve comprehensive official records for all investigations conducted.

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.

Compensation:This position has a Special Entrance Rate of $26.37 per hour.

There is ‘Premium Pay’for this position: A rate between $1.00 an hour and $2.00 an hour for each 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 scoreis 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 acceptedin 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, clickHERE.

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 further information about this vacancy contact:

Hilary Dugar

Human Resources Department

Elayn Hunt Correctional Center

Ph: (225) 319-4128

Fax: (225) 319-4592