Police Officer 1 WAE

About This Job

This is a part-time position located at the State Museum in New Orleans, LA.

This position helps ensure the safety and security of visitors, staff, collections, and museum facilities. This position is responsible for patrolling buildings, grounds, and parking areas to protect against damage and trespassing and to maintain order. This position also reports irregularities such as leaking pipes, fire hazards, unsecured windows and doors, and assists with safety checks of equipment. Additionally, the officer monitors museum exhibitions and galleries for potential threats and provides security for rental events.

• The incumbent of this position is required to be a La POST commissioned police officer with the power to arrest and must maintain current training requirements pursuant to R.S> 36:2049(8)(8) & R.S. 40:2405.* The Louisiana State Museum’s collections and educational programs stimulate awareness and appreciation of our state’s rich and diverse history and culture.

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training is required.

• Applicants should include any and all work experience and training in order to ensure that a fair and competitive salary can be offered.*

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.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties:

Job Duties and Other Information

• Serves as an armed commissioned Police Officer in the enforcement of State, Federal, and local laws.
• Patrols interior and perimeter of LSM properties to ensure security and deter theft.
• Patrols at night during special events to prevent vandalism, control visitor traffic, fires, and unauthorized entry, and provide guest protection.
• Conducts monthly building inspections to monitor for safety hazards relative to the Office of Risk Management’s (ORM) Safety program.
• Serves as a POST-certified police officer.
• Maintains a building of daily activities, including entry/exit of LSM employee guests into restricted areas, deliveries, etc.
• Controls and accounts for the transfer of artifacts between LSM properties.
• Ensure entry control by unlocking/locking buildings upon opening and closing each day and monitor and operate building alarms and security systems.
• In crisis situations, judiciously uses force, if necessary, to detain individuals, make arrests, restore order, or prevent the stealing of property.
• When required, rendering first aid and maintain crowd control during special events.
• Maintains positive working relationship with the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office, the New Orleans Police Department, and other law enforcement agencies. Coordinates and cooperates with these agencies to support security operations, investigations, and public safety initiatives as necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of LSM programs/exhibits in each assigned OSM Museum facilities and provides information to museum visitors as required.
• The incumbent of this position is required to be a La POST commissioned police officer with the power to arrest and must maintain current training requirements pursuant to R.S> 36:2049(8)(8) & R.S. 40:2405.*

Position-Specific Details:

• Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a part-time Classified WAE, limited to 1,245 working hours in a 12-month period. **Starting Hourly Pay varies, depending on experience.**
• Work Schedule: This is a part-time position that reports in-office. This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. This position is required to travel between Museum locations.

How To Apply:

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam 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 a current test score 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 this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and exp…