POLICE OFFICER 2

Police Officer 2

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 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.

Candidates who possess an Active Louisiana Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Certification are encouraged to apply.

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 and Other Information

Job Duties:

• 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/hourly for this position.

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

The following may be required prior to appointment:

• Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
• Pre-employment verification may be required for salary purposes.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and successful completion of your background check.
• All new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system.

How To Apply:

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered.

Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test here.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above 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. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Mechell Washington

Administrative Program Specialist

Campus Police Department

Delgado Community College

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