The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office has a very attractive benefits package, most of which can be realized immediately. Because CPSO is an at-will employer, employees are not bound by civil service tests or rules. Consequently, advancement possibilities and different career tracks are available. The following is a list of other CPSO benefits:

Pay:

• Annual scheduled base salary increases for two (2) years plus longevity increases beginning after the second (2) year
• Supplemental State Pay for POST-certified employees
• Annual education, physical fitness and firearms incentive pay plan

Insurance:

• Comprehensive medical/ dental insurance:

  Insurance premiums for deputies fully paid by CPSO

  One half (1/2) of dependent coverage paid by CPSO

• Paid life insurance at two and a half (2 1/2) times annual salary

Retirement:

• Excellent pension plan and vesting opportunities after twelve (12) years of service
• Option to participate in the Nationwide and Prudential deferred compensation program

Education:

• College tuition reimbursement program
• Continuing education and training opportunities
• Incentive pay

Leave:

• Two weeks paid sick and vacation leave accrued each year
• Average of thirteen (13) days of holiday time per year

Other:

• Membership in professional law enforcement organizations
• Furnished uniforms and equipment
• Eligibility for credit union membership
• Option to participate in the IRS Section 125 Cafeteria Plan