Julian Whittington administered the oath of affirmation during a swearing-in ceremony for new members of the Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office.

The ceremony, held at the Sheriff’s Conference Room at the Bossier Parish Corrections Command Center in Plain Dealing, welcomed three new full-time deputies—Julian Fowler, Shay Morris and Colin Wilson—along with part-time Corrections Officer Richard Childers and part-time courthouse security/bailiff Deputy Don Vishnefski.

Sheriff Whittington welcomed the new hires and recognized their commitment to public service, noting they are joining a dedicated team serving the residents of Bossier Parish.

The three full-time deputies and the part-time corrections officer will begin their careers working in one of the sheriff’s office correctional facilities as they start their law enforcement careers.

The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office continues to recruit individuals interested in careers in public service. Applicants for deputy positions must be at least 21 years old, while correctional officer positions are available for individuals 18 and older.

For more information or to begin the application process, contact the Human Resources recruiting section. Sgt. Forrest Collins can be reached at 318-935-2146.