Patrol & Investigations Officer

Slidell Police Department; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Slidell Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to perform patrols, investigations, and public safety duties in our city. The role includes responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, and gathering evidence while upholding state and federal laws.

You will engage with the community and work under the supervision of a Sergeant. The position requires completion of the LAPOST, a field training program, and certifications in Less Lethal Force, driving, SFST, Intoxilyzer 9000, and

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School graduation diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalent.
• Completion of Patrol Field Training Program.
• Completion of the Louisiana Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Academy.
• Must possess or obtain certification in: Less Lethal Force Option Certification; National Academy for Professional Driving (NAPD) Driving Certification; Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Class; Intoxilyzer 9000 Operator; CPR / First Aid.
• Equivalent combination of related higher education, corresponding training, certifications or experience with other law enforcement and/or United States military agencies, that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities and demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Works rotating shift patrols, responds to emergency calls and incidents, including accidents, robberies, disturbances, domestic violence, intoxication, missing persons, prowlers, and drug-related issues; patrols city streets, parks, and areas to deter and detect crime.
• Performs first aid at accident scenes, interviews witnesses and drivers, takes measurements and diagrams of the crash scene, preserves evidence.
• Conducts follow-up investigations, interviews victims, witnesses and suspects, analyzes crime scenes to develop leads and pursue arrests.
• Documents investigations and prepares reports for court testimony; collaborates with other departments and agencies to investigate crimes, gather evidence, prepare charges, and testify in court.
• Maintains professional communications with citizens, colleagues and dispatch; remains accessible for emergencies; complies with all laws and department policies.
• Maintains department equipment, supplies, uniform, vehicle and facilities; completes required paperwork and submissions.
• Photographs non-complex crime scenes and submits evidence.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Slidell Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to perform patrols, investigations, and public safety duties in our city. The role includes responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, and gathering evidence while upholding state and federal laws.

You will engage with the community and work under the supervision of a Sergeant. The position requires completion of the LAPOST, a field training program, and certifications in Less Lethal Force, driving, SFST, Intoxilyzer 9000, and