<p>Louisiana Department of</p> <p>Public Safety & Corrections -</p> <p>Corrections Services</p> <p>https://doc.la.gov/</p> <p>DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS - PRISON ENTERPRISES</p> <p>Baton Rouge, LA</p> <p>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.</p> <p>This is an opportunity for you to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.</p> <p>The Corrections Sergeant-Master plays a critical role in maintaining the safety, security, and operational efficiency of Prison Enterprises. This position oversees security operations at the main entrance checkpoint for Building 10, ensuring strict compliance with institutional access and safety protocols. In addition, the incumbent supports workforce accountability by monitoring overtime, leave, FMLA documentation, and attendance records, while serving as a trusted resource for supervisors and staff on timekeeping and compliance matters.</p> <p>Why work for DOC?</p> <ul> <li>Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development. </li><li>Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.  </li><li>Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10's MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements. </li></ul> <p>One year 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:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR</p> </li><li> <p>One year of experience in any field; OR</p> </li><li> <p>Six months of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer.</p> </li></ol> <p>NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.</p> <p>Possession of a current driver's license.</p> <p>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.</p> <p>Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely processing of all Prison Enterprises time and attendance records. </li><li>Serves as the primary security checkpoint officer for Prison Enterprises at the main entrance of Building 10, ensuring controlled access and adherence to institutional procedures. </li><li>Tracks and maintains precise accounting of employee leave balances and related records, providing reports or printouts as requested. </li><li>Promotes and maintains a stable, orderly, and safe environment within the assigned area, intervening early to prevent disruptions. </li></ul> <p>Position-Specific Details: </p> <p>Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE </p> <ul> <li>Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.  </li><li>An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.  </li><li>This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.  </li></ul> <p>Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $20.11 per hour.</p> <p>Other Important Information:</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire. </li><li>Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. </li><li>This Agency is a Drug Free Workplace. </li></ul> <p>How to Apply:</p> <p>No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.  </p> <p>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.</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE.  </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>For further information about this vacancy contact:</p> <p>Megan Coco</p> <p>Human Resources Department</p> <p>HeadquartersPEEmployees@la.gov</p>