Correction Officer Jobs in Louisiana

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Juvenile Detention Officer I Part Time

  • Caddo Parish, LA
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

Some experience in social work, security work, law enforcement or other related activities, i.e., school, youth counseling, scouts, etc. is preferred....

In Person Part Time

P/T DETENTION OFFICER (As Needed)

  • The GEO Group
  • Jena, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Jena, LA
  • 7 days ago

Work experience in a correctional setting preferred. May be required to possess valid state driver’s license....

In Person Part Time

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Federal Bureau of Prisons
  • Basile, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Basile, LA
  • 7 days ago

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities....

In Person

P/T Air Detention Officer

  • The GEO Group
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 19 days ago

A minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience as a corrections/detention officer within the United States; OR one (1) year of full-time law enforcement experience while employed by a United States...

In Person Part Time

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant)

  • JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS
  • Pollock, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Pollock, LA
  • 20 days ago

Supervisory Correctional Officer (Lieutenant) Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public...

In Person Full Time

Correctional Officer

  • LaSalle Corrections
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 22 days ago
  • Natchitoches, LA
  • 22 days ago

Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform...

In Person

Corrections Officer

  • City of Slidell, LA
  • Slidell, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Slidell, LA
  • 60+ days ago

CORRECTIONS - GENERAL PURPOSE:The Corrections Officer is responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates housed at the Slidell City Jail....

In Person

Detention Officer

  • LaSalle Corrections
  • Angola, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Angola, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Experience in correctional setting is highly desirable Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative...

In Person

Detention Officer - Part-Time

  • Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Summary This is the first of four levels in the Juvenile Detention series. Under close supervision from the Shift Supervisor, this is responsible detention work involving the care and supervision...

In Person Part Time

Corrections Officer

  • City of Hammond, LA
  • Hammond, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hammond, LA
  • 90+ days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES This class encompasses positions in the operation and maintenance of the jail facility and care of prisoners. Employees of this class are responsible for making...

In Person

Juvenile Detention Officer I (6541)

  • Jefferson Parish, LA
  • Harvey, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 90+ days ago

officer, probation officer, resident supervisor, or treatment provider....

In Person

Juvenile Detention Officer II (6542)

  • Jefferson Parish, LA
  • Harvey, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 90+ days ago

, law enforcement officer, probation officer, resident supervisor, or treatment provider....

In Person

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


Local
National
4,657,278
106,764

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Salary for Correction Officer Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Correction Officer positions.



Highest Education Level

Correction Officers in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
High School or GED
25.6%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.0%
Master's Degree
8.1%
Some College
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
1.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Correction Officers in Louisiana
None
78.7%
1-2 years
14.6%
Less than 1 year
6.8%


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