Police Officer 1/2/3-A

Police Officer 1/2/3-APrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4223236) ApplyPolice Officer 1/2/3-ASalaryDepends on QualificationsLocation Baton Rouge, LAJob TypeClassifiedJob Number419-184097-KPGDepartmentDPS-Office of State PoliceOpening Date09/28/2023Closing Date10/5/2023 11:59 PM Central

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Supplemental InformationThis vacancy is located in the Capitol Detail/Physical Security Section in the Department of Public Safety and Corrections/Office of State Police located in East Baton Rouge Parish. This posting may be used to fill a probational appointment, job appointment, or promotional opportunity.As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Police Officer 1-A, Police Officer 2-A, or a Police Officer 3-A based on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The Police Officer 1-A (pay grade level PS-107) has a special entrance rate of $1,486.40/bi-weekly.The Police Officer 2-A (pay grade level PS-108) has a special entrance rate of $1,590.40/bi-weekly.The Police Officer 3-A (pay grade level PS-109) has a special entrance rate of $1,701.60/bi-weekly.Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam)in order to be considered for this vacancy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered.Applicantswithout current test scores can apply to take the test here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/3147666/2100-protective-services-exam-pse) .To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply"link (https://jobs.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Default.aspx) and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process by selecting the 'Applications' link after logging into their account. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.Applications without the education and/or work experience sections completed will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted.RESUMES ARE NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETING ALL SECTIONS OF THE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. For further information about this vacancy contact: Department of Public SafetyATTN: Human Resources/Kristin GarciaP.O. BOX 66614Baton Rouge, LA 70896Fax: [email protected] you are contacted for an interview, please let us knowat that timeif you have a disability and need a special accommodation.There are multiple positions posted. These positions are located at the DPS Police Capitol Detail, DPS Police – State Facilities Security, DPS Police – Headquarters Patrol, and DPS Police – State Police Barracks.Applicants must live within 75 miles of their assigned location. Applicants who do not meet the residency requirements will be rejected.The locations are:Capitol Detail and State Facilities Security - 1835 N. River Road Baton Rouge, LA 70802.Headquarters Patrol – 7919 Independence Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806State Police Barracks – 1400 West Irene Road, Zachary, LA 70791POST certified applicants are preferred. When you submit an application, you will be applying for all of these positions. During the interview process, you will indicate your preference of section. Commanders will consider this when making hiring recommendations. Typical job duties include:Capitol Detail– Officers assigned to these duties conduct proactive police patrols of the State Capitol Complex and downtown Baton Rouge. Officers enforce state and local laws and ordinances, conduct proactive traffic and criminal enforcement, investigate crimes, and prevent and deter unlawful activity. In addition to their police duties, officers frequently act as ambassadors of the state as they interact with visitors to our great state.State Facilities Security- Officers assigned to these duties provide police protection to thousands of state employees and visitors throughout Louisiana. These officers enforce state and local laws and ordinances, conduct frequent security patrols, investigate crimes, and prevent and deter unlawful activity.HeadquartersPatrol– Officers assigned to these duties conduct proactive police patrols of the Louisiana State Police Headquarters compound. Officers enforce state and local laws and ordinances, conduct proactive traffic and criminal enforcement, investigate crimes, and prevent and deter unlawful activity. In addition, officers provide security to the hundreds of employees who work on the compound, as well as monitoring the offenders that are working on the compound.State Police Barracks– Officers assigned to theses duties provide care, custody and control of the offenders housed at the State Police Barracks. They transport them to and from their daily job assignments, hospital trips, funeral trips, etc. During visitation and special events they interact with the family and friends of the offenders. They also monitor cameras and patrol the 1,700 acre facility.Applicants must be able to qualify with firearms, complete advanced driver and weapons training, pass a thorough background investigation, and meet all annual training requirements.For more information on these positions, please [email protected] QUALIFICATIONS:No experience or training is required. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have attained eighteenth birthday at time of appointment. 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. May be required to possess a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment. May be required to complete a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) course. May be required to qualify annually with a firearm. For some positions, applicant must be eligible for bond. Job ConceptsFunction of Work:To protect lives and property by conducting foot and mobile security patrols; enforcing parking and traffic regulations; rendering emergency services; investigating minor crimes and making arrest when necessary. Provides a limited range of police services.Level of Work:Entry.Supervision Received:General from a higher-level police official.Supervision Exercised:None.Location of Work:Statewide.Job Distinctions:Differs from Police Officer 2-A by the absence of experienced level duties.Examples of WorkProvides foot or mobile security patrol and enforces parking regulations.Responds to emergencies and renders assistance as required.Prepares reports on activities.Provides crowd and traffic control at special events; may be required to intervene in situations utilizing force if necessary to make an arrest, to restore order, prevent interference with normal operations or to protect persons or property.Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. 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/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 GovernorState 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 (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/YourRetirementSystem.mp4) 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). Are you currently Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified for the State of Louisiana?

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To ensure compliance with DPS-PSS Policy 01-02.01 Nepotism, no individual may be hired, promoted, demoted or transferred within DPS, if the individual is related to another employee who is, or would be, within their line of supervision. Relative is defined as: child, step-child, sibling, spouse, parent, step-parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, grandchild, grandparent, and any "in law" relationship. Are you related to anyone employed with the Department of Public Safety, Public Safety Services?

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If you answered yes to the above question, please list the name of your relative and relationship.

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Did you list ALL of your job experience and education on your application? If not, please add before submitting.

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Did you list ALL of your job experience and education on your application? If not, please add before submitting.

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Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?

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If 'YES', give the law enforcement authority (city police, sheriff, FBI, etc), the offense, place and disposition of case. If 'NO', enter N/A.

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