POLICE OFFICER 1, 2 or 3

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Museum Division of the Louisiana Secretary of State is seeking a Police Officer 1, 2 or 3 for the Old State Capitol in Baton Rouge. Duties include routine patrols, enforcing rules, greeting staff and visitors, and monitoring security systems.

No experience required. Applicants must be 18+, possess a Louisiana driver's license, and be willing to obtain POST certification. The role may require shift supervision and crowd-control assignments.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain POST certification.
• Felony conviction disqualifies until relief from disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Routine patrols of assigned areas of the museum and enforcement of rules and regulations.
• Greet employees and guests.
• Remain vigilant to potential threats to persons and property.
• May serve as shift supervisor in the absence of the Police Sergeant.
• May work special assignments involving large crowd control.
• Monitor security systems and surveillance systems.
• Compiles daily activity logs.

Job description

The mission of the Secretary of State's office is to serve the public by meeting its legal responsibilities of collecting, securing, and communicating information that enhances commerce, ensures the integrity of Louisiana's elections, and preserves, presents, and makes accessible government information essential to Louisiana's operations and its recorded history.

The Museum Division of the Secretary of State is seeking a Police Officer 1, 2 or 3 in the security section of the Old State Capitol. This position will perform routine patrols of assigned areas of the museum and enforcement of rules and regulations.

No experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.

Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

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.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Routine patrols of assigned areas of the museum and enforcement of rules and regulations.
• Greet employees and guests.
• Remain vigilant to potential threats to persons and property.
• May serve as shift supervisor in the absence of the Police Sergeant.
• May work special assignments involving large crowd control.
• Monitor security systems and surveillance systems.
• Compiles daily activity logs.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Police Officer 1, 2 or 3

Division: Museum Division / One (1) vacancy

Location: Old State Capitol, 100 North Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

Contact Information:

Ashley Rathcke, HR Specialist

Secretary of State Nancy Landry

Human Resource Division

P. O. Box 94125

Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125

[e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.