Police Officer 1-2
Police Officer 1-2
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$ 2917 - 5904
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About this Job
OUR MISSION Our mission is to ensure the physical and operational integrity of the regional flood risk management system in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local regional state and federal partners to plan design construct operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.
The Department also serves to protect lives and property while also enforcing federal state and local laws through active mobile and/or foot patrols. The incumbent in this position performs responsible commissioned and law enforcement duties in the prevention of crime and to protect life and property while armed and uniformed.
All peace officers as defined in R.S.40:2402 shall complete a basic training course as prescribed and certified by the Council on Peace Officers Standards within one year of employment as a peace officer.
The Orleans Levee District jurisdictional area falls under the umbrella of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East (SLFPA-E) and includes Jefferson Parish New Orleans and St. Bernard parishes on the East Bank.
The incumbent in this position provides a full range of police services for the Orleans Levee District by enforcing federal state and local laws through active mobile and/or foot patrols. Supervision is from a police official of a higher level i.e. Police Sergeant Police Lieutenant and/or Police Captain.Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana drivers license.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
80% Protects the integrity of the levee system via motorized vehicle and/or foot patrol. Works with federal state and local law enforcement agencies as necessary. Provides security for the public that utilizes the levee system for recreational purposes. Routinely checks businesses and construction sites contiguous with the levee system to ensure proper permitting protocol is followed. Issues warning notices citations misdemeanor summons and make lawful arrests when necessary. Take appropriate action when necessary to have any violations corrected. Operates on-board police laptop computer. Take appropriate action when necessary to have any violations corrected.
5% Completes all applicable paperwork that is mandated by law and documentation that is essential to the mission of the levee district.
5% Attends in-service training to maintain minimum POST requirements. Training includes but is not limited to: firearms training first aid PR 24 baton training proper police equipment usage and any further training that the department believes will enhance the officers ability to perform his/her duties. Must complete the CPRA Certified Levee Inspector training program.
5% Responds as required to manmade or natural disasters the nature of which may be hazardous and/or require arduous physical activity under varied climatic conditions.
5%Testifies in proceedings in court as required. Performs other duties as required and assigned
Officers must be able to safely and efficiently operate all police vehicles and equipment and must be able to lift throw and place 40-50-pound sandbags during emergencies and disasters.Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:Probational
Career Progression:This position may be filled as a Police Officer 1 or 2.
Work Schedule:This is a full-time position (40-hour work week).
Compensation:Full-time employees are eligible for a compressive benefits package including participation in the states retirement plan health insurance agency-paid short-term disability coverage paid holidays and paid annual and sick leave.
NOTE:The Orleans Levee District is an emergency-oriented agency. Part of the mission is to protect the residents of Orleans Parish from tidal surge wind-driven water and river emergencies during Mississippi River flooding and Hurricane Tropical Storm events the incumbent will be on call and must report for duty if so required remaining on duty in such situations until released from duty by the Appointing Authority
How To Apply:
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100 Protective Services Exam (PSE)in order to be considered for this vacancy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants withouta current test score can apply to take the testhere.
Please Note: Orleans Levee District does not accept testing exemptions. You must have a test score.
To apply for this vacancy click on theApplylink above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*ResumesWILL NOTbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Celeste Wertz
Orleans Levee District
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
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