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.
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties:
A Police Officer at this level executes his/her duties independently.
20% Patrols assigned Port properties (other than City Docks): observes for fires; observes and enforces security and law enforcement related issues; observes for safety hazards and damage to structures; conducts welfare checks on security personnel and assists when necessary; reports any issues to immediate supervisor.
20% Patrols main Port facility (City Docks): observes for fires; observes and enforces security and law enforcement related issues; observes for safety hazards and damage to structures; checks for proper storage of cargo and observes for any damage to cargo; conducts welfare checks on security personnel and assists when necessary; conducts vehicle searches randomly or as needed; reports any issues to immediate supervisor
15% Oversees docking sailing and shifting of vessels and barges: gathers information and completes paperwork for arrival and departure of vessels calling on the Port; explains security requirements to vessel captain and/or vessel security officer per U.S. Department of Homeland Security; gathers information and completes paperwork for arrival and departure of barges calling on the Port
15% Office administration: mans the patrol office as needed; conducts mandated training for Peace Officer Standards Training (P.O.S.T.) State Civil Service and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security; checks port emails and other port-related correspondence; receives report from off-going shift and gives report to on-coming shift
20% Performs various security details: mans the railroad train gate as needed; provides security detail for port board meetings etc.; investigates incidents of various natures; writes and submits reports concerning these incidents promptly
10% Other duties as necessary: serves as field training officer for newly hired officers; manages the shift in the absence of the shift supervisor; washes and refuels assigned patrol unit etc.; Maintains P.O.S.T. certification to including annual P.O.S.T. in-service training and firearms qualifications.
Maintains a valid Louisiana Drivers License
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Police Officer 1 2 or 3.
Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
Applicantsmust have Civil Service test scores for the2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy. If you do not have a score before applying to this posting it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test here.
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.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jo Ellen Elliot
Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority