Law Enforcement Officer II

State of Mississippi; Florence (MS); On-site; USD 37,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Journey level Law Enforcement Officer II in Rankin County, MS. The position involves patrolling water and land to enforce state and federal laws, with supervision by higher-level staff and collaboration with local and federal agencies.

The role requires a Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 1-2 years of experience, with availability to work holidays and weekends. Salary ranges from $36,624 to $64,364.39 annually.

Qualifications

• Must have State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 1-2 years of experience in law enforcement.
• Journey level position involves patrolling and enforcing relevant laws within the jurisdiction.
• Must adhere to Mississippi Board of Standards and Training policies and procedures; ability to work holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Patrol water and land to enforce state and federal laws within the jurisdiction.
• Assist other state and federal agencies and local law enforcement as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain public safety.

Skills

Patrolling

Law enforcement

Interagency collaboration

Job description

Law Enforcement Officer II in 61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

​$36,624.00 - $64,364.39 Annually

Location

61 - RANKIN COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

About the Agency

The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District provides water to the City of Jackson for treatment and distribution, serves over 5,800 water customers in four systems, and provides recreational opportunities for over 2,250,000 annual visitors. The Ross Barnett Reservoir is a 33,000-acre impoundment at the heart of the District on the Pearl River just north of Jackson. Ownership and operation of the reservoir, its shoreline, and the 17,000 acres of surrounding property is vested in the District. The District member counties include Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Scott, and Leake counties. The District is responsible for the maintenance of the reservoir dam, spillway, approximately 50 public areas and entrances, 5 campgrounds, and 4 water/sewer systems. The spillway control tower, Reservoir Police, and the 5 campgrounds are staffed 24 hours a day. The maintenance staff is on call to respond to emergencies in the water/sewer department and other areas. For more information, contact Amber Pope at [e-mail] or 601-605-6893.

Journey level law enforcement position is more technical in nature than the first level but still involves patrolling and enforcing relevant laws within their jurisdiction. Work is performed under direct supervision of law enforcement staff/personnel of higher classifications. Duties include patrolling water and land to enforce state and federal laws. Assisting other state and federal agencies and local law enforcement, when needed.

What you’ll need to be Successful

Conform to and uphold state and federal laws. Adhere to Mississippi Board of Standards and Training policies and procedures. Must have a strong work ethic and ability to work holidays and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires possession of a State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certification and 1-2 year of experience in law enforcement.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201