Police Officer 2-3 (CPG)

Police Officer 2-3 (CPG)

Salary

$3,122.00 - $6,316.00 Monthly

Location

Kenner, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

226525

Department

East Jefferson Levee District

Opening Date

09/24/2026

Closing Date

10/8/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system, in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.

The East Jefferson Levee District jurisdictional area falls under the umbrella of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East (SLFPA-E) and includes East Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard parishes on the East Bank. It is the duty of the East Jefferson Levee District Police Department to patrol and inspect the levees and floodwalls that surround East Jefferson Parish and to check various gauges and flood structures to ensure the integrity of the levee system.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

The Department also serves to protect lives and property, while also enforcing federal, state, and local laws through active mobile and/or foot patrols. The incumbent in this position performs responsible, commissioned and law enforcement duties in the prevention of crime and to protect life and property, while armed and uniformed. Supervision is from a police official of a higher level, i.e. Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, and/or Police Captain.

Agency preferred qualification: The incumbent in this position is required to be POST certified

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 drivers 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 Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

• Protects the integrity of the levee system via motorized vehicle and/or foot patrol. Works with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies as necessary. Provides security for the public that utilizes the levee system for recreational purposes.

• Routinely checks businesses and construction sites contiguous with the levee system to ensure proper permitting protocol is followed. Issues warning notices, citations, misdemeanor summons, and make lawful arrests when necessary. Take appropriate action when necessary to have any violations corrected. Operates on-board police laptop computer.

• Attends in-service training to maintain minimum POST requirements. Training includes, but is not limited to the following: firearms training, first aid, PR 24 baton training, proper police equipment usage, and any further training that the department believes will enhance the officers ability to perform his/her duties. Must complete the CPRA "Certified Levee Inspector" training program.

• Responds as required to manmade or natural disasters, the nature of which may be hazardous and/or require arduous physical activity under varied climatic conditions.

• Completes all applicable paperwork that is mandated by law and documentation that is essential to the mission of the levee district.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational - up to 24 months

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Police Officer 2 or 3.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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

NOTE: The East Jefferson Levee District is an emergency-oriented agency. Part of the mission is to protect the residents of Orleans Parish from tidal surge, wind-driven water and river flooding. In emergencies during Mississippi River flooding and Hurricane Tropical Storm events, the incumbent will be on call and must report for duty if so required, remaining on duty in such situations until released from duty by the Appointing Authority.

How To Apply:

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules 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.

• Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete*

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Celeste Wertz

East Jefferson Levee District

cwertz@floodauthority.org

(504)286-3237

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through 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/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State 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 to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers 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). Do you currently possess a Louisiana POST Certification?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid Louisiana drivers license ?

• Yes
• No

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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?

• Yes
• No

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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

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm