Job Description

Overview This vacancy is located in the Office of State Police- Crisis Response/K9 Unit and may be domiciled within any parish statewide as needed. This position may be used to fill a probational appointment or job appointment. This position will require primarily a day shift, Monday-Friday. Nights and weekends will be worked when needed. This is a law enforcement position in which the incumbent is charged with the duties of a State Police Investigator 2 serving as a K9 handler and operations assistant for the Louisiana State Police K9 Unit. This position reports to the LSP K9 Sergeant and is responsible for working with the Force Investigation Unit on investigating K9 uses of force, working with the Bureau of Investigation on narcotics investigations, working with the Emergency Services Unit and BOI on explosives related investigations, working as an LSP K9 handler, working with LSP SWAT K9’s, assisting with K9 training and providing logistical support for all of the LSP K9 teams. The incumbent will have to attend a certified K9 Trainer’s Course, typically a minimum of twelve weeks, at an out-of-state K9 training facility. The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide. If you are driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you! Responsibilities As a Criminal Investigator 1/2, you will be instrumental in delivering a streamlined and engaging hiring experience for both candidates and hiring managers. In this role, you will: Work with the Force Investigation Unit on the investigation of on-scene and/or post-scene analysis of LSP K9 apprehensions/Uses of Force Conduct investigations in support of the mission of the Bureau of Investigation and the Emergency Services Unit concerning narcotics and explosives Write search warrants, arrest reports, and document K9 activities Work with the LSP SWAT team on scene with K9 deployments of wanted criminals Work as a K9 Handler in the field: narcotics, bomb, patrol/apprehension Coordinate and instruct at monthly K9 training sessions and handler courses with all of the LSP K9 teams throughout the state Fix operational problems with LSP K9s through hands‑on training Assist the K9 Sergeant with logistical support for the unit Qualifications Experience: Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR Twelve months in law enforcement or a criminal justice field. 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 will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony, has any indictments or pending bills of information including felony charges, or has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated. Appointment Type Probational Appointment or Job Appointment. Career Progression This position may be filled as a Criminal Investigator 1/2. Compensation Compensation is based on qualifications. Work Schedule Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday. Nights and weekends will be worked when needed. How to Apply Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 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 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 experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applicants who are POST‑certified are exempt from taking the 2100‑PSE in accordance to Civil Service Rule 22.8(e). The applicant’s POST certification shall not be under suspension or pending a revocation hearing. You must indicate this on this job application or through the questions attached to this application. Contact Information For further information about this vacancy, contact: Joel Sunsin Human Resources Analyst P.O. Box 66614 • Baton Rouge, LA 70896 Office: (225) 925‑6068 #J-18808-Ljbffr Louisiana

Job Tags

Similar Jobs