New Orleans, Louisiana
POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL) (CLASS CODE 7110)
New Orleans, Louisiana, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Compensation:
State statute provides an additional $7200 in annual supplemental pay after one (1) year of qualified law enforcement service. City longevity pay is provided upon completion of one (1) year of consecutive service with the City. Employees in the classifications of Police Recruit, Police Officer I and above are eligible for educational incentive pay at the rate of $1,000 per year for an Associate's Degree, or $2,000 per year for a Bachelor's Degree, or $3,000 per year for a Graduate Degree. Colleges must be accredited by a regional accrediting authority recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible police patrol and investigative work in protecting life and property, preventing crime, and enforcing federal, state, and municipal laws and ordinances; and related work as required.
Work Schedule:
Upon employment, employees may be assigned to work on a rotating or fixed shift basis, which may include nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies and may be required to work overtime with little to no notice. An employee’s work hours and days will be at the discretion of the Superintendent of Police or his designee.
Minimum Requirements: Have current P.O.S.T. certification or equivalent from a state board.
Note:
Applicants who do not possess a Louisiana P.O.S.T. Level 1 certification or equivalent from a state board will be required to complete a full academy. Have at least one (1) year of patrol and/or investigative law enforcement experience, gained after completion of a police academy and field training. Be at least 20 years old. Be licensed to drive with a good driving record and driving experience. Be in good physical and psychological condition to perform the essential functions of the job of Police Officer. Possess a state-approved G.E.D./high school diploma.
Required Documents: P.O.S.T. certification or equivalent from a state board. A valid driver's license. A high school diploma, high school transcript, or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) issued by a state Department of Education. College diplomas from institutions accredited by the USDE will also be accepted.
High school diplomas from foreign countries will not be accepted. College diplomas from foreign countries will be accepted if the applicant submits a statement of educational equivalency from one of the evaluation services accepted by the Department of Civil Service. A list of the accepted evaluation services can be found on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website (www.naces.org).
Automatic Disqualifiers: Been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to any felony. Been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor involving crimes against a person or sexual offenses. Been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to any offenses involving violations of the civil rights of any person. Used any prescription drug or legally obtainable substance in a manner for which it was not intended within the two years prior to application. Used any illegal drug, other than marijuana, within the five years prior to application. Sold, distributed, manufactured, or transported any illegal drug. Been dishonorably discharged from military service and/or arrested for violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice that would constitute a felony or disqualifying misdemeanor in Louisiana. Been terminated or forced to resign from any law enforcement agency for disciplinary reasons.
Applicants are required to assist and cooperate with the Civil Service Department and the Police Department in obtaining past employment records, medical records, and personal history information. Failure to comply may be cause for disqualification.
Applicants may be required to sign a waiver releasing information from a medical evaluation to Civil Service and/or Police Management.
Testing and Background Check:
A non-competitive examination consisting of a report writing test, multiple choice reading test, and a human relations test will be conducted. If given a conditional offer of employment, a qualifying medical test including a chest x-ray, lumbar spine x-ray, and psychological/psychiatric evaluation will be required. A stress EKG may also be given. After the Civil Service examination process, additional screening steps will be administered by NOPD prior to a conditional offer of employment including a urinalysis and background investigation.
Application Process:
Applications will not be accepted if received after the closing date or after the stated maximum number of applications has been received. All minimum qualification requirements for examinations must be met by the final filing date unless otherwise specified. Paper applications must be submitted on the official application form and received in the Department of City Civil Service before the close of business on the final filing date.
Working Test Period:
Effective August 1, 2023, the working test (probationary) period for all positions in the classified service is one year.
Substance Abuse Testing:
The City of New Orleans has a comprehensive program of substance abuse testing. Candidates for employment for certain positions will have to undergo pre-employment substance abuse screening.
Good Moral Character:
Good moral character is required of all applicants. Any applicant may be disqualified if their character or past employment record is found to be unsatisfactory.
Veterans Preference:
On original entrance examinations, veterans will receive additional credit if claimed as provided on the Veterans Preference claim form.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, creed, culture, or ancestry.
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State statute provides an additional $7200 in annual supplemental pay after one (1) year of qualified law enforcement service. City longevity pay is provided upon completion of one (1) year of consecutive service with the City. Employees in the classifications of Police Recruit, Police Officer I and above are eligible for educational incentive pay at the rate of $1,000 per year for an Associate's Degree, or $2,000 per year for a Bachelor's Degree, or $3,000 per year for a Graduate Degree. Colleges must be accredited by a regional accrediting authority recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible police patrol and investigative work in protecting life and property, preventing crime, and enforcing federal, state, and municipal laws and ordinances; and related work as required.
Work Schedule:
Upon employment, employees may be assigned to work on a rotating or fixed shift basis, which may include nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events. Employees in this classification are subject to call to duty in emergencies and may be required to work overtime with little to no notice. An employee’s work hours and days will be at the discretion of the Superintendent of Police or his designee.
Minimum Requirements: Have current P.O.S.T. certification or equivalent from a state board.
Note:
Applicants who do not possess a Louisiana P.O.S.T. Level 1 certification or equivalent from a state board will be required to complete a full academy. Have at least one (1) year of patrol and/or investigative law enforcement experience, gained after completion of a police academy and field training. Be at least 20 years old. Be licensed to drive with a good driving record and driving experience. Be in good physical and psychological condition to perform the essential functions of the job of Police Officer. Possess a state-approved G.E.D./high school diploma.
Required Documents: P.O.S.T. certification or equivalent from a state board. A valid driver's license. A high school diploma, high school transcript, or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) issued by a state Department of Education. College diplomas from institutions accredited by the USDE will also be accepted.
High school diplomas from foreign countries will not be accepted. College diplomas from foreign countries will be accepted if the applicant submits a statement of educational equivalency from one of the evaluation services accepted by the Department of Civil Service. A list of the accepted evaluation services can be found on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) website (www.naces.org).
Automatic Disqualifiers: Been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to any felony. Been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor involving crimes against a person or sexual offenses. Been convicted of, pled guilty or nolo contendere to any offenses involving violations of the civil rights of any person. Used any prescription drug or legally obtainable substance in a manner for which it was not intended within the two years prior to application. Used any illegal drug, other than marijuana, within the five years prior to application. Sold, distributed, manufactured, or transported any illegal drug. Been dishonorably discharged from military service and/or arrested for violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice that would constitute a felony or disqualifying misdemeanor in Louisiana. Been terminated or forced to resign from any law enforcement agency for disciplinary reasons.
Applicants are required to assist and cooperate with the Civil Service Department and the Police Department in obtaining past employment records, medical records, and personal history information. Failure to comply may be cause for disqualification.
Applicants may be required to sign a waiver releasing information from a medical evaluation to Civil Service and/or Police Management.
Testing and Background Check:
A non-competitive examination consisting of a report writing test, multiple choice reading test, and a human relations test will be conducted. If given a conditional offer of employment, a qualifying medical test including a chest x-ray, lumbar spine x-ray, and psychological/psychiatric evaluation will be required. A stress EKG may also be given. After the Civil Service examination process, additional screening steps will be administered by NOPD prior to a conditional offer of employment including a urinalysis and background investigation.
Application Process:
Applications will not be accepted if received after the closing date or after the stated maximum number of applications has been received. All minimum qualification requirements for examinations must be met by the final filing date unless otherwise specified. Paper applications must be submitted on the official application form and received in the Department of City Civil Service before the close of business on the final filing date.
Working Test Period:
Effective August 1, 2023, the working test (probationary) period for all positions in the classified service is one year.
Substance Abuse Testing:
The City of New Orleans has a comprehensive program of substance abuse testing. Candidates for employment for certain positions will have to undergo pre-employment substance abuse screening.
Good Moral Character:
Good moral character is required of all applicants. Any applicant may be disqualified if their character or past employment record is found to be unsatisfactory.
Veterans Preference:
On original entrance examinations, veterans will receive additional credit if claimed as provided on the Veterans Preference claim form.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, creed, culture, or ancestry.
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