Police Sergeant-A

University of New Orleans • New Orleans, LA

2d

About The Position

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to 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 . FUNCTION OF WORK: To oversee a full range of police services on an assigned shift with primary emphasis on the enforcement of laws, investigation of crimes and accidents, and providing emergency services and crime prevention programs. LEVEL OF WORK: Supervisor SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General from a higher-level police official. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Direct over Police Officers 1, 2 and 3. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from Police Officer 3 by the presence of direct supervisory responsibilities. Differs from Police Lieutenant by the absence of second-line supervisory responsibilities or by serving as shift supervisor in a large university police department. CORE COMPETENCIES: CORE COMPETENCIES HAVE NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BY STATE CIVIL SERVICE FOR THIS JOB TITLE. MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCS COMPETENCY MODEL CAN BE FOUND HERE . EXAMPLES OF WORK: EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED. Oversees and evaluates performance of lower-level officers on an assigned shift. Conducts roll call and officer, vehicle, and equipment inspections. Serves as training officer by planning and coordinating training programs. Reviews and signs all reports submitted by lower-level officers. Keeps firearms, armory, and other equipment. Performs all the duties required of lower-level officers as necessary.

Requirements

• Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy.
• 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 is granted.
• Three years of law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and evaluates performance of lower-level officers on an assigned shift.
• Conducts roll call and officer, vehicle, and equipment inspections.
• Serves as training officer by planning and coordinating training programs.
• Reviews and signs all reports submitted by lower-level officers.
• Keeps firearms, armory, and other equipment.
• Performs all the duties required of lower-level officers as necessary.

What This Job Offers

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