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SUBR | POLICE OFFICER 2

Employer
Southern University System
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE CAMPUS POLICE DEPARTMENT.

There is a Special Entrance Rate $19.88/hour for this position.

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.

*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:
Mikhale R. Williams
Southern University and A&M College
P.O. Box 10400
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Phone: 225-771-2680
Fax: 225-771-5617

Criminal background check and reference verification are required.

The Southern University System (System) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. The System does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy and prohibits harassment of any type. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the SUS. Please inform HR@subr.edu if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in this application process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One year of experience in law enforcement work. SUBSTITUTIONS:College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for the year of experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must have eighteenth birthday at 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.
  • May be required to possess a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment.
  • May be required to complete a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) course.
  • For some positions, evidence of POST certification must be submitted at the time of the application.
  • May be required to qualify annually with a firearm.
  • For some positions, applicant must be eligible for bond.
  • NOTE:All classified jobs in State service with police officer and wildlife enforcement titles qualify as law enforcement. 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. NOTE:
    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 Commission of Higher Education; 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. Function of Work:
    To provide a full range of police services by enforcing state, federal, and local laws and campus regulations through active foot patrols and mobile patrols.

    Level of Work:
    Experienced.

    Supervision Received:
    General from a higher-level police official.

    Supervision Exercised:
    None.

    Location of Work:
    Statewide.

    Job Distinctions:
    Differs from Police Officer 1-A by the presence of experienced level duties.

    Differs from Police Officer 2 by the presence of certain regularly occurring duties as listed on the allocation criteria memo.

    Differs from Police Officer 3-A by the absence of lead worker responsibility or by routine involvement in specialized assignments involving serious and complex police problems and operations. EXAMPLES OF WORK: Protects lives and property through active foot patrols and mobile patrols, enforcing laws, and investigating crimes.

    Provides first aid and emergency services.

    Investigates accidents, enforces parking and traffic regulations, and campus regulations.

    Conducts crime prevention and security programs, guard service, and directs traffic.

    Maintains logs of radio, telephone, and teletype activities and monitors alarm systems and other police radio frequencies.

    Operates police network computers and dispatches police officers in response to calls.

    Organization

    What began, as a dream in 1880 is today a living legacy of determination, commitment, and success. The Southern University and A&M College System is the only historically black university system in America.

    The SU System has a diverse enrollment and is a leader in graduate and undergraduate level education through quality four-year, graduate, professional, and research programs among its five Louisiana campuses. SU is among the top producers of African-American graduates in combined disciplines of engineering, technology, business, computer science, nursing, and mathematics. Widespread accomplishments of Southern University faculty and alumni have positively impacted society at every level.

    With a strong foundation, a proven record of achievement, and a fresh vision for the future, Southern University's charge to advance the mission of its founders' remains at the heart of our administrators, faculty, students, and alumni. 

    Southern University opened its doors in 1880 in New Orleans, Louisiana, with 12 students, five faculty members, and a budget totaling $10,000. In 1914, the University was relocated to Louisiana's capital city - Baton Rouge.

    The Southern University and A&M College System was created by the state legislature under the management of the Southern University Board of Supervisors. The University expanded to other cities in the state, establishing Southern University, New Orleans (SUNO), Southern University, Shreveport (SUSLA), the Southern University Law Center, and the Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center (SUAREC).

    Campuses within the Southern University System are accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; telephone number - 404.679.4501) to award certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's, doctorate, and professional degrees. Southern University Law Center is accredited by both the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the American Bar Association (750 N. Lakeshore Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60611; telephone number - 312.988.6738).

     

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