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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.
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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SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
Group: NON ENFORC
Job Family: CORRECTIONS
Job Class: COUNSELOR
Posting Start: 06/19/2026
Posting End: 12/31/9999
MINIMUM SALARY: $40,000.00
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Minimum salary: $40,000.00This range does not include State Supplemental Pay. State Supplemental Pay is not available for this position. Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.The Sheriff has announced an opening for a Substance Abuse Counselor in the Special Therapies Addiction Treatment (STAT) program of the Programming and Reentry Section at the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex (LPCC). This program utilizes traditional substance abuse treatment modalities augmented with special expressive a....
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PATROL SERGEANT
Group: ENFORCEMEN
Job Family: UNIFORM PATROL
Job Class: SERGEANT
Posting Start: 07/23/2026
Posting End: 07/30/2026
MINIMUM SALARY: $51,000.00
Salary range: $51,000.00–$66,300.00.This range includes State Supplemental Pay for employees who are P.O.S.T. Level I certified.Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.This position includes a take home unit.JOB SUMMARYThe “Uniform Patrol Sergeant” functions as the third level of supervision in the Patrol Division and is responsible for the supervision of the law enforcement activities performed by personnel assigned to their work shift. The position is responsible for ensuring that ....
TRANSPORTATION DEPUTY (POST LEVEL 1 REQUIRED)
Job Class: CORRECTIONS OFFICER
Posting Start: 03/09/2026
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 certified.Additional pay differentials are available for college education, military service, and prior law enforcement experience.JOB SUMMARYTransport inmates in assigned vans and vehicles to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex, Courthouse, off-site authorized medical/dental visits, funeral services, hospitals, prisons, mental institutions, or other destinations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe essential duties and respons....
CORRECTIONS OFFICER (POST CERTIFIED)
Posting Start: 06/18/2024
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 SUMMARYA “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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Posting Start: 02/12/2026
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
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)
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 SUMMARYA “Corrections Officer” supervises inmates assigned to the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures....
PATROL DEPUTY
Job Class: DEPUTY
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 SUMMARYThe “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....
TRANSITIONAL WORK PROGRAM CORRECTIONS OFFICER (LEVEL 3 POST REQUIRED)
Posting Start: 11/19/2025
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.Salary Range: $37,800.00-$57,000.00 for employees that are not P.O.S.T. Level I or Level II certified, or who do not 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 SUMMAR....
TRAFFIC GUARD (PART TIME)
Job Class: PT GUARD
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $12.04
JOB SUMMARYThis is a part time position responsible for guarding street crossings during hours when children are going to or coming from school. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe 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....