Police Officer 2

State of Louisiana • New Orleans, LA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Southern University at New Orleans is a public, historically Black university serving traditional and nontraditional students. Its internationally accredited police department is a full-service law enforcement agency staffed by commissioned officers around the clock and emphasizes cooperation, education, and police-community partnerships. The department works to provide a safe and secure university environment and improve conditions in and around the campus.

The Police Officer 2 protects lives and property through foot and mobile patrols, enforces parking and traffic regulations, responds to emergencies, investigates minor crimes, and makes arrests when necessary. The position provides a limited range of police services and is non-exempt under the FLSA. The appointment is probationary. The stated work schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the position may also work rotating 12-hour shifts and is subject to overtime, weekends, holidays, shift work, and 24-hour call.

The role has physical demands, including running, jumping, standing for extended periods, climbing, crawling, carrying and dragging items, working in all weather conditions, changing flat tires, and shooting a gun with either hand. The officer must work collegially and demonstrate excellent customer service skills. The special entrance rate is $41,350.40 annually. Applicants must have the required Civil Service test score unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy.

Requirements

• One year of law enforcement experience; every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• A current Louisiana driver's license is required.
• An active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required.
• Applicants with a felony conviction or pending felony indictment are disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
• Ability to work collegially and demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including running, jumping, standing for long periods, climbing, crawling, carrying, dragging, working in all weather, changing flat tires, and shooting a gun with either hand.
• Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE), unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy.

Responsibilities

• Protect lives and property through active foot and mobile patrols.
• Enforce laws and parking regulations.
• Investigate crimes and make arrests when necessary.
• Respond to emergencies and render assistance as required.
• Prepare reports on activities.
• Provide crowd and traffic control at special events.
• Intervene using force when necessary to make an arrest, restore order, prevent interference with normal operations, or protect people or property.
• Provide first aid and emergency services.
• Operate police network computers and dispatch police officers in response to calls.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed