What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Careers?
SUMMARY: To ensure the security of Park patrons, staff, and property by patrolling Park grounds and investigating reported incidents within the park.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED
• Protect park visitors by enforcing federal, state and local laws and park rules and regulations.
• Investigate incidents occurring within the park.
• Testify in court and cooperate with local law enforcement agencies and district attorneys in the arrest and prosecution of individuals.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports pertaining to park activities.
• Work special events within New Orleans City Park, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
• One year of experience in law enforcement work or college training to substitute for the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for the year of experience.
• Must be eighteen years of age at the time of application.
• 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.
• Evidence of POST certification must be submitted at the time of the application.
• Required to qualify annually with a firearm.
• Must be eligible for bond.
• Additional Qualifying Information:
• Jobs outside State service that will qualify as law enforcement are those performed while commissioned with the power of arrest.
• Military police in the armed services are law enforcement; security/guard duty is NOT qualifying.
• Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies: the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the Higher Learning Commission; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
