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
  
• 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 programs 

Education

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

Leave:

• Two weeks paid sick and vacation leave accrued each year
   Thirteen (13) 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