Posting number: 413-26-102
Department: DOC-Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
Job classification: ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST-C
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administrative Assistant, Corrections
Louisiana Department of
Public Safety & Corrections –
Corrections Services
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 an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.
Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is seeking a highly professional and motivated Administrative Program Specialist C to serve as a confidential liaison to the Warden. This executive-level position works closely with facility leadership, attends private meetings, and handles highly sensitive and confidential communications. The successful candidate will manage and safeguard confidential records, demonstrate exceptional judgment, and communicate clearly and professionally both orally and in writing.
Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Job Duties:
• Manage the Inmate Disciplinary Appeals program, including reviewing cases, ensuring compliance with departmental rules, and advising the Warden on findings. Prepare and submit appeals to the DOC Secretary when required and track final decisions, recommending policy updates as needed.
• Represent the facility and the Warden in meetings with departmental executives, state agencies, local officials, and other stakeholders. Provide updates on major projects and institutional programs.
• Assist the Deputy Warden and executive staff with various administrative duties and participate on departmental committees as assigned.
Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE
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.
*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.
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
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