Police Officer

Job Description

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the sergeant, performs a full range of police duties

necessary to enforce the law. Investigates complaints, maintains order, aids

individuals, and identifies criminal offenders. Identifies law enforcement

problems, resolves conflicts, and provides other police services to the residents

and employees of the Housing Authority City of New Orleans (HANO) as necessary.

Performs a variety of unplanned physical tasks which include the restraining of

violent individuals, running, climbing

fences and responding to EMS and rescue emergencies. Officers must handle gun

belts. Decisions within areas of

responsibility are made independently. Supervision received is general. Daily work plans are established with

periodic review for progress. There is

frequent interaction with the general public, authority residents and

employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The below statements are intended to describe the

general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all

responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Patrols Authority property and surrounding areas

as assigned by vehicle, bicycle, or on foot to deter, locate and apprehend

persons committing crimes or unlawful activities.

Reprimands, detains, cites, and/or arrests

members of the public; transports to medical facilities or books into

jail.

Conducts criminal and civil investigations;

collects and maintains evidence, writes criminal and civil incident reports;

responds to subpoenas; and testifies in Municipal, State, and Federal court as

required; operates law enforcement computer systems.

Assesses the need for use of deadly force and

less lethal force options including chemical weapons, impact weapons, physical

control holds, and verbal commands.

Provides traffic and crowd control; responds to

life threatening situations; provides non-police related support services as

needed.

Answers questions from employees and the general

public regarding laws, ordinances, incidents or services.

Attends mandatory POST and departmental training

to maintain required police standards to include firearms range, defensive

tactics, and criminal law.

May serve as lead worker for other classified

staff within the department.

Other related tasks as assigned and/or required.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED and 60 college units; Associates

degree preferred; but not required. Other

combinations of education and experience which meet the minimum requirements

may be substituted. Must have completed or must successfully complete

approved Louisiana basic Peace Officer’s Standards & Training (POST). Three years experience in law enforcement

work. Must have attained 21st

birthday at time of appointment/hiring. Current P.O.S.T. certification within past four years.

EEO POLICY STATEMENT

The Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) provides equal

employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color,

creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability,

veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or

local law. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.