Police Officer

Leesville, LA
Leesville Police Department

Position Summary:

Police Officers are expected to conduct proactive traffic enforcement activities on a daily basis and investigate minor and major traffic crashes, which may involve injuries, fatalities and DWI offenders. Police employees are sometimes called upon to apprehend dangerous felony offenders and are required to be physically fit to perform these duties. Police employees must be proficient in modern law enforcement principles, procedures and techniques as well as demonstrate proficiency in computer skills.

The Police Officer must be able to exercise sound judgment on calls where immediate action is required within department guidelines and state law and posses effective communications skills. Additionally all Police employees are required to successfully complete 20 hours of annual “In-Service” job related training.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • 21 years old or over.
  • Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
  • Your physical ability must enable you to perform the duties of a police officer.
  • No significant criminal history.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Honorable discharge from military (if applicable).