Employment Opportunities

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in the hiring process, please contact the Personnel Division at 985-532-4380.

PDF Employment Application is available here. Please complete and return to Personnel at personnel@lpso.net.

Please complete all sections of the application fully and accurately. Incomplete applications may not be considered.




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CORRECTIONS OFFICER (POST CERTIFIED)

Group: ENFORCEMEN

Job Family: CORRECTIONS

Job Class: CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Posting Start: 06/18/2024

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $45,000.00


Salary range: $45,000.00–$64,200.00.
This range includes State Supplemental Pay for employees who are P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II certified, or who agree to complete a Level I or Level II Academy within the first year of employment.
Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.

JOB SUMMARY
A “Corrections Officer” supervises inmates assigned to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIT....

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INTERESTED IN SOMETHING ELSE?

Posting Start: 02/12/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


Don’t see a position that matches your experience or career goals? We’d still love to hear from you.

Submit your application and let us know what type of position you are interested in within the agency. We are always looking for qualified, motivated individuals who want to serve our community.

While we may not currently have an open position that matches your interest, your application will be kept on file for future consideration. If a vacancy becomes available that aligns with your qualifications and experience, we may contact you.

INTERNSHIP

Posting Start: 02/12/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office accepts internship applications on a continuous basis for students seeking academic credit or hands-on experience in a public safety environment.

Applications will remain on file for consideration as internship opportunities arise.

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CORRECTIONS OFFICER (NON-POST CERTIFIED)

Group: ENFORCEMEN

Job Family: CORRECTIONS

Job Class: CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Posting Start: 06/18/2024

Posting End: 12/31/9999

SALARY RANGE: $37,800.00-$57,000.00


Salary range: $37,800.00–$57,000.00.
This range does not include State Supplemental Pay. State Supplemental Pay is available to individuals who are P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II certified, or who agree to complete a Level I or Level II Academy within the first year of employment.
Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.

JOB SUMMARY
A “Corrections Officer” supervises inmates assigned to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures....

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PATROL DEPUTY

Group: ENFORCEMEN

Job Family: UNIFORM PATROL

Job Class: DEPUTY

Posting Start: 06/18/2024

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $45,000.00


Salary range: $45,000.00–$64,200.00.
This range includes State Supplemental Pay for employees who are P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II certified, or who agree to complete a Level I or Level II Academy within the first year of employment.
Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.

JOB SUMMARY
The “Uniform Patrol Deputy” is responsible for the performance of a variety of law enforcement duties including the prevention of crime, keeping the peace, arresting violators and more during an assigned 12-hour....

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TRANSITIONAL WORK PROGRAM CORRECTIONS OFFICER (POST CERTIFIED)

Group: ENFORCEMEN

Job Family: CORRECTIONS

Job Class: CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Posting Start: 11/19/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $45,000.00


Salary range: $45,000.00–$64,200.00.
This range includes State Supplemental Pay for employees who are P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II certified, or who agree to complete a Level I or Level II Academy within the first year of employment.
Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.

JOB SUMMARY
The “Correctional Officer Transitional Work Program” provides security at the Transitional Work Program (TWP) in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures.

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COOK

Group: NON ENFORC

Job Family: CORRECTIONS

Job Class: CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Posting Start: 01/28/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM SALARY: $27,125.00


Beginning annual salary will be at least $27,125.00. This position is not eligible to receive State Supplemental Pay or a take home unit.

JOB SUMMARY
A “Food Services Assistant” prepares soups, meats, vegetables, salads, dressings, and desserts for consumption by inmates housed in the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex Detention Center or at the Lafourche Parish Transitional Work Program. This person is responsible for ensuring that prescribed departmental standards of appearance, quality, quantities, and efficiency are maintained.

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TRAFFIC GUARD (PART TIME)

Group: ENFORCEMEN

Job Class: PT GUARD

Posting Start: 06/18/2024

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $12.04


JOB SUMMARY
This is a part time position responsible for guarding street crossings during hours when children are going to or coming from school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Direct actions of children and traffic at street intersections to ensure safe crossing;

Record license numbers of vehicles disregarding speed restrictions, traffic control signals and report infractions to superiors;

Escort children across street;

Place caution sign....

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PART-TIME TWP DRIVER

Group: ENFORCEMEN

Job Family: CORRECTIONS

Job Class: PT CORRECTIONS OFFICER

Posting Start: 07/22/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $16.50


Beginning hourly salary for a part-time TWP Driver is $16.50/hour. This position is not eligible for benefits, State Supplemental pay, or a take home unit.

JOB SUMMARY
Transport Transitional Work Program offenders in assigned vans and vehicles to and from various work sites, stores, church or other destinations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Drive transport vehicles safely and responsibly to assigned destinations; Follow daily routes;

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RESERVE DEPUTY (POST REQUIRED)

Group: RESERVE

Job Class: RESERVE

Posting Start: 03/17/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999


JOB SUMMARY
“Reserve Deputy” serves in a voluntary capacity, without compensation, and perform a minimum of sixteen (16) hours of service each month. The “Reserve Deputy” is responsible for the performance of minimal law enforcement duties in the prevention of crime and disturbance of peace by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties maybe assigned.

Accompanied by a full time deputy, patrols assigned areas to enforce laws, assist in the investigation of crimes....

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