Police Officer 1 or 2

State of Louisiana • New Orleans, LA

110d • $18 - $19

About The Position

LSU Health New Orleans University Police is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Police Officer 1 or 2. There are multiple vacancies for this position. Pay rate is dependent upon applicants' qualifications. Starting rate of pay is 18.58 for a PO 1 and 19.88 for a PO 2. There is also an additional $2 Premium Pay and $2 Longevity Pay for hours worked only plus an additional $2.50 Shift Differential pay. These positions are in a Career Progression Group (CPG). As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a (Police Officer 1 or 2) depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Requirements

• One year of law enforcement experience.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Protect lives and property through active foot patrols and mobile patrols, enforcing laws, and investigating crimes.
• Provides first aid and emergency services.
• Investigates accidents, enforces parking and traffic regulations, and campus regulations.
• Conducts crime prevention and security programs, guard service, and directs traffic.
• Maintains logs of radio, telephone, and teletype activities and monitors alarm systems and other police radio frequencies.
• Operates police network computers and dispatches police officers in response to calls when necessary.

Benefits

• Civil Service Position
• Pre-employment Physical, Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.
• Probationary status for at least 6 months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees