EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT OFFICER

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT OFFICER

 Salary $4,387.00 - $8,608.00 Monthly Location St. Gabriel, LA Job Type Promotion Job Number 413-26-054 Department DOC-Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Opening Date 04/23/2026 Closing Date 4/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS QUESTIONS About this Job 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. Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is seeking a highly organized, strategic, and mission-driven Executive Management Officer to support the administrative and operational functions of the Warden's office. This position plays a key leadership role by coordinating high-level management activities, ensuring compliance with departmental policies, and providing direct support to executive leadership in advancing the center's goals. As the Executive Management Officer, you will oversee critical administrative processes, manage complex projects, prepare reports and briefings, and facilitate communication across departments. You will work closely with the warden, deputy wardens, and division leaders to support efficient operations, informed decision-making, and the effective delivery of correctional services. We are seeking a professional with strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. If you excel at managing priorities, solving problems, and supporting organizational leadership, we encourage you to apply. Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience in administrative services; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in administrative services; OR An advanced degree or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of experience in administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. 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:

Oversee Administrative Review and Program Evaluation — Conduct ongoing assessments of institutional services, operations, and programs to ensure daily compliance with departmental policies, operational standards, and best-practice correctional procedures. Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to executive leadership. Serve as Employee Activity Committee Board Member and Media Liaison — Act as an active member of the Employee Activity Committee and function as the designated Media Liaison for EHCC during routine operations and major incidents. Prepare and distribute press releases, public information announcements, and official communications related to facility events, ensuring accuracy, professionalism, and alignment with departmental guidelines. Manage ACA Accreditation Processes — Serve as EHCC's Accreditation Manager for the American Correctional Association (ACA). Maintain continuous compliance with national accreditation standards, coordinate documentation efforts with ACA file managers, and provide guidance and support to other facilities and agencies working toward accreditation. Lead preparation for audits, reviews, and reaccreditation cycles. Represent the Department on Statewide Task Forces and Committees — At the direction of the Secretary, participate in statewide task forces, committees, and audit teams that influence departmental policy, operational improvements, and statewide correctional initiatives. Provide informed input, represent EHCC's interests, and contribute to system-wide strategic planning.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

 

DETAIL OF A

permanent, classified employee of 

LA DPS&C - CORRECTIONS SERVICES

(Adult DOC) An employee selected for detail may be permanently promoted to this position if a position becomes available.

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 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. To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE. 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.

Hilary Dugar Human Resources Department Elayn Hunt Correctional Center Ph:

(225) 319-4128

Fax:

(225) 319-4592 Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802