Police Officer

Overview

We’re looking for a Police Officer to join our dedicated team at Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center (CLSSC) — a facility committed to providing active treatment and healthcare services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and orthopedic disabilities in the least restrictive environment.

If you’re compassionate, skilled, and ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven setting—this could be the opportunity for you!

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.

• Investigates cases derived on campus. Prepares required police reports and law enforcement related documents
• Attends shift briefings related to patrol and attends law enforcement training
• Drives police carts in the execution of duty and must possess a valid driver's license
• Enforce local and state laws and agency policies by performing foot and mobile patrols in assigned area assuring people are safe and free from abuse and neglect
• Performs various daily activities including: directs traffic, provide solutions to parking problems, issue traffic citations in accordance with CLSSC policy
• Prepares vehicle accident reports, prepares incident reports, performs insurance and seatbelt check points, secures buildings at night and weekends, searches vehicles for stolen property and/or contraband, assist in search of eloped individuals, maintains traffic control using radar, and monitors traffic entering grounds at night
• Prevent and control disturbances or illegal activities, detain offenders for questioning or investigations
• Respond to calls for police assistance on grounds
• Respond to emergencies, escort ambulance to on-ground locations
• Assist direct care staff to provide support to individuals residing at CLSSC

Location: at Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center

Career Progression Group: Vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Police Officer 1 or Police Officer 2, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Appointment Type: Job Appointment. Preference may be given to permanent classified employees of Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center.

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.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Human Resources Department

Central Louisiana Supports & Services Center
5400 Coliseum Blvd
Alexandria, LA 71303

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