| Location | Jackson, LA |
| Salary | $5,130.66–$7,738 |
CORRECTIONS CAPTAIN
Salary
$5,130.66 - $7,738.00 Monthly
Location
Jackson, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
409-26-035
Department
DOC-Dixon Correctional Institute
Opening Date
09/28/2026
Closing Date
10/5/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
Louisiana Department of
Public Safety & Corrections -
Corrections Services
DIXON CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE
Jackson, 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.
Dixon Correctional Institute is seeking an experienced and dedicated Corrections Captain to provide leadership, direction, and oversight within a secure correctional environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates sound judgment, strong supervisory skills, and a commitment to maintaining safety, security, and order throughout the facility.
The Corrections Captain is responsible for supervising assigned correctional staff, coordinating daily security operations, enforcing institutional policies, and ensuring compliance with departmental standards. This position plays a key role in emergency response planning, staff development, and the overall effectiveness of security functions within the institution.
This is an opportunity for a highly motivated correctional professional to serve in a leadership role that supports the mission of the Department of Public Safety & Corrections and contributes to the safe and secure operation of Dixon Correctional Institute. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and join our team of dedicated public safety professionals.
Why work for DOC?
Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.
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:
Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
One year of experience in any field; OR
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 drivers 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:
Supervise, direct, and evaluate the performance of assigned correctional officers, sergeants, and lieutenants to ensure effective security operations.
Oversee daily institutional security functions, including housing unit operations, perimeter security, inmate movement, count procedures, and emergency response readiness.
Ensure compliance with departmental policies, post orders, security protocols, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Conduct regular inspections of housing units, work sites, and security posts to identify safety or compliance issues and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate and oversee staff scheduling, post assignments, and leave management to maintain adequate security coverage throughout the facility.
Participate in incident management by responding to emergencies, directing staff during critical events, and completing required reports and documentation.
Assist with investigations of inmate misconduct, staff performance concerns, and security breaches, ensuring accurate reporting and follow-up.
Review and prepare administrative reports, logs, and assessments related to staffing, security incidents, and operational activities.
Mentor and train correctional staff, reinforcing standards of professionalism, ethical conduct, and proper security procedures.
Collaborate with other departments-including Programs, Classification, and Medical-to maintain coordinated operations and promote institutional safety.
Ensure compliance with PREA standards through supervision, reporting, and staff accountability.
Support Warden and executive staff in implementing institutional goals, strategic initiatives, and operational improvements.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the safe, secure, and efficient operation of Dixon Correctional Institute.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE
Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $29.60 per hour.
This position also offers premium pay: A rate between $.50 and $1.00 an hour for each regular hour worked, based on years of service with DOC, in addition to regular pay.
Other Important Information:
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.
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:
Christy Rossin
Human Resources Department
Christy.Rossin@la.gov
Ph: (225) 634-6208
Fax: (225) 342-5968
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):
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Are you currently a permanent classified employee of Louisiana State Government (STATE EMPLOYEE)?
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Are you currently a permanent classified employee of the Louisiana Department of Corrections/Corrections Services (Adult DOC)?
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If you have previous employment in a community confinement center, jail, lockup or prison, the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) requires Corrections Human Resources to contact those employers prior to hiring any applicant for information on substantiated allegations of sexual abuse or any resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. Do you authorize the Human Resources Office of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Corrections Services, to contact any of your prior employers, whether listed on your employment application or not, to ascertain information required by the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Part 115 of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations? I understand that prior to any offer of employment by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections that such information must be obtained. IMPORTANT: I also understand that if I do not authorize such contact, I will not be eligible for employment with the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Should I be appointed from this announcement, I also understand that this authorization will remain valid for the duration of my employment with the Department of Public Safety and Corrections. Questions should be directed to Human Resources as noted in the Supplemental Information section of this job posting.
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Do you possess a valid Louisiana drivers license?
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Do you possess a High School diploma or GED equivalency?
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Have you reached your eighteenth birthday at the time of application?
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Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or felony or under indictment of a felony charge?
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Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?
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If YES, give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If NO, enter N/A.
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How did you hear about this position?
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm