POLICE OFFICER 1 WAE

Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center (CLSSC)is a facility committed to providing active treatment and healthcare services to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and orthopedic disabilities in the least restrictive environment. We’re looking for a Police Officer to join our dedicated team. In this role, the person will perform duties such as investigating cases arising on campus. Prepares required police reports and law enforcement-related documents. 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.Job Duties:

• 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
• Enforces 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, provides solutions to parking problems, issues traffic citations in accordance with CLSSC policy
• Prepares vehicle accident reports, prepares incident reports, performs insurance and seatbelt checkpoints, secures buildings at night and weekends, searches vehicles for stolen property and/or contraband, assists in the 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

Position-Specific Details: Location: Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center Appointment Type: WAE appointment. Preference may be given to permanent classified employees of the Central Louisiana Supports and Services Center.

How To Apply: Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 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: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Human Resources Department 318-487-5484 Central Louisiana Supports & Services Center 5400 Coliseum Blvd Alexandria, LA 71303Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.