Police Sergeant

State of Louisiana • Lake Charles, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Supervises a shift of subordinate Police Officers, Guards and Communications Officers (Dispatchers) while carrying out police and security activities for the Lake Charles Harbor and Terminal District’s (Port of Lake Charles) Harbor Police Department. This role involves enforcing federal, state, and municipal laws, as well as the rules and tariffs of the Port of Lake Charles. The position also enforces Federal maritime laws and regulations under the guidance of the U.S. Coast Guard and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as mandated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Requirements

• Must be a current, permanent Classified employee of the Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District
• Three years of law enforcement experience.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• 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.
• Must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises subordinate employees; reviews their work performance and discusses this with them; Writes employee evaluation reports
• Makes a number of patrols of the District’s properties based on current Maritime Security (MARSEC) level and responds to all major occurrences while on duty
• Boards vessels being docked and meets with the ship’s Captain or ship’s Vessel Security Officer (VSO) and informs him/her of the security requirements in place at the Port of Lake Charles, the requirements of Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and the TWIC escort requirements
• Remains familiar with State laws, Local laws and District tariffs, as well as gains knowledge of new technology by participating in available outside and interdepartmental training
• Supervises the preparation and maintenance of departmental records and reports by reviewing records completed by subordinates and periodically inspecting systems and facilities for maintaining such to ensure that records are moved to the appropriate designation
• Utilize enforcement tools (verbal warnings and citations) and execute arrest when required.
• Comply with all Agency and Department policies, procedures and directives
• Supervises and participates, with subordinates and contracted security, in scheduled vehicles searches, Driver’s License and Vehicle Insurance checks of vehicles entering or exiting Port properties

What This Job Offers

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