POLICE OFFICER 2

State of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Delgado Community College Police Department in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Police Officer 2 to join a dedicated public safety team. The role maintains campus safety by patrolling on foot and in vehicles, responding to emergencies, enforcing laws and college policies, and coordinating with emergency services.

A POST-certified officer may be required. Appointment type is probational with an hourly compensation rate of $19.88.

Qualifications

• One year of law enforcement experience.
• Experience substitution: 30 semester hours substitute for one year of required experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a Louisiana driver's license.
• POST certification may be required.
• Felony conviction disqualifies applicant until relief granted.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus areas on foot and in vehicles to maintain a safe environment.
• Responds to calls for assistance, emergencies, and safety concerns.
• Enforces laws, traffic regulations, and college policies; issues warnings/citations.
• Conducts investigations and interviews witnesses; gathers evidence.
• Prepares reports related to incidents and daily activities.
• Provides security services such as building checks and safety escorts.
• Assists in emergencies by rendering first aid and coordinating response.
• Monitors campus traffic and promotes safe driving practices.
• Coordinates with dispatchers and law enforcement as needed.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Job description

About This Job

Delgado Community College is a dynamic, open-admissions community college providing high-quality education through innovation and excellence in teaching and learning. The College offers a variety of academic and workforce programs through the Associate degree and is committed to nurturing and sustaining an inclusive culture to support student success.

About This Job

Delgado Community College is a dynamic, open-admissions community college providing high-quality education through innovation and excellence in teaching and learning. The College offers a variety of academic and workforce programs through the Associate degree and is committed to nurturing and sustaining an inclusive culture to support student success.

The Delgado Community College Police Department’s top priority is to provide a safe and secure environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Police Officer 2 position provides public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting, and enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.

Join our team of exceptional faculty and staff!

Minimum Qualifications

One year of law enforcement experience.

Experience Substitution

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

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.

Job Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

• Patrols campus areas on foot and in vehicles to maintain a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.
• Responds promptly to calls for assistance, emergencies, suspicious activity, and safety concerns.
• Enforces state laws, traffic regulations, and college policies, including issuing warnings and citations when appropriate.
• Conducts investigations of incidents, accidents, and reported criminal activity, including gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
• Prepares accurate reports and documentation related to incidents, investigations, and daily activities.
• Provides security services such as building and parking lot checks, classroom security, and safety escorts upon request.
• Assists individuals in emergency situations by rendering first aid and coordinating medical or emergency response services.
• Monitors campus traffic and promotes safe driving practices throughout campus property.
• Communicates and coordinates with dispatchers, emergency personnel, and outside law enforcement agencies as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Compensation: There is a Special Entrance Rate of $19.88 per hour.

Location: Applicants must be available to work at all Delgado Community College locations and shifts based upon the business needs of the department.

• Pre-employment verification may be required for salary purposes.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
• Successful completion of your background check.
• Drug test
• All new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Mechell Washington
Administrative Program Specialist
Campus Police Department
Delgado Community College
Email: [e-mail]

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

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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According to State Civil Service rule 22.8, applicants who possess a Louisiana Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification will be exempt from the Protective Services Exam (PSE). Do you currently possess a Louisiana POST Certification?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question