DPS Police Cadet, Officer, Sr. Officer
DPS Police Cadet, Officer, Sr. Officer
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$ 2917 - 5904
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About this Job
This position is located in theGreater New Orleans Area and provides physical security and police protection to state buildings.If selected you will be assigned to one of the following buildings: The New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA School) The New Orleans Office of Motor Vehicles or another state building as determined by the Capitol Detail Commander.
This position is responsible for providing traffic investigation and support services to aid the DPS Police - Capitol Detail in fulfilling its objectives and goals in public safety services. The incumbent must subscribe to and exemplify the core values of the Louisiana State Police: Loyalty Equity Accountability Duty Excellence Respect Selfless Service Honor Integrity and Personal Courage.Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
Possession of a current drivers license.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified by the hiring agency 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:
- Serves as a Field Training Officer lead worker or other specialized role within the DPS Police.
- Conducts proactive police patrols issues citations investigates crashes and responds to all calls for service.
- Patrols assigned area to deter and prevent criminal activity.
- Investigates crashes keeps bystanders out of danger renders first aid questions drivers and witnesses and prepares narrative reports of conditions and causes of crashes.
- Supervises removal of injured persons and vehicles to restore highway safety and normal traffic flow.
- Regularly conducts investigations of any crime or complaint within the patrol area; documents findings and enlists assistance if necessary.
- Oversees law enforcement tasks completed by lower level law enforcement officers.
- Inspects and maintains equipment
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:This position may be filled as a classified position as a job appointment probational and/or promotional opportunity.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a DPS Police Cadet Officer Sr. Officer
Compensation:DPS Cadet: $42 016 DPS Officer: $49670 DPS Senior Officer: $53144How To Apply:
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link 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.
The Department of Public Safety and Corrections Public Safety Services is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*Contact Information:
For more information please contact:
Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Kelsey Campbell
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge LA 70896
Fax:
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Unclear
