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:

Financial:

• Annual scheduled longevity increases after three (3) years of service

• Supplemental state pay for POST-certified employees

• Jail Incentive Pay for POST deputies assigned to Caddo Correctional Center

• Annual education, physical fitness and firearms incentive pay plan

• CPSO offers incentive pay for those with Honorable military service

  Insurance:

• Comprehensive medical/dental insurance

• Insurance premiums for deputies fully paid by CPSO

• For those dependents on our insurance policy, CPSO pays for ½ of the dependent coverage

• 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 programs

  Education

• Continuing education and training opportunities (Tuition reimbursement)

• Incentive pay (Physical Fitness / Firearms / Education / Military)

  Leave:

• Two weeks paid sick and vacation leave accrued each year

• Twelve (12) paid holidays 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