POLICE LIEUTENANT (PATROL DIVISION)

POLICE LIEUTENANT (PATROL DIVISION) Print ( Apply ufeff POLICE LIEUTENANT (PATROL DIVISION) Salary $4,377.00 - $8,859.00 Monthly Location New Orleans, LA Job Type Classified Job Number PNO-935-040126-AP Department Port of New Orleans Port Commission Opening Date 04/01/2026 Closing Date 4/15/2026 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions About this Job PNO-935-04012026-AP At the Port of New Orleans, our mission is to drive economic prosperity throughout our tri-parish jurisdiction: Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard. We collaborate with state and local partners to ensure that we can continue to be a vital link to the world for businesses and consumers throughout Louisiana and beyond. The Police Lieutenant in the Patrol Division at the Port of New Orleans serves as a key leader responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and operational integrity of our tri-parish jurisdiction at the Port of New Orleans. This role oversees daily patrol operations, directs personnel, and coordinates emergency response efforts to maintain a strong law enforcement presence across port facilities. The ideal candidate is an experienced and confident law enforcement professional with strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills. They bring a solid foundation in patrol operations, emergency response, and supervisory practices, with the ability to lead teams effectively in dynamic, high-pressure environments. A successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to ethical standards, while also possessing the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external agencies. Minimum Qualifications Four years of law enforcement experience. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience. The maximum substitution allowed is 60 semester hours which substitutes for two years of experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license. Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required. 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 foundhere. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: + As Watch Commander, oversees a full range of police services on an assigned shift (Platoon); primary emphasis on enforcement of laws, investigation of crimes and accidents, homeland defense, emergency services, crime prevention, and on-scene supervision of major incidents. + Direct supervision and evaluate the performance, indirectly and collaboratively supervise and evaluate lower-level Officers assigned to the shift. Receives and approves all incident reports, citations, affidavits, summons, and other official public documents submitted by those under their command. + Provides regular counseling and evaluation of officer performance and plans, conducts, and evaluates requisite in-service and roll call training for shift personnel. Conduct personnel investigations, and/or Internal Affairs Investigations as assigned by the Police Captain. + Serves as the shift team leader, assisting the Commander of Patrol Services (Police Captain), by establishing best practices in law enforcement policy and procedures. Further assists the Commander of Patrol Service, by determining the unit's goals and objectives to effectively enforce Local, State, and Federal laws and the ordinances of the Port of New Orleans. Analyzes and reports on the effects of these policies and recommends further development and upgrades. + Patrols the jurisdictions of the Port of New Orleans along the Mississippi River and all adjoining channels to enforce Local, State, and Federal Dock Board ordinances. Assists U.S. Coast Guard and all other maritime related agencies in the enforcement of ordinances. Conducts and/or assists in rescue and recovery efforts along the waterways of the Port of New Orleans. + Attends firefighting training course to be familiar with firefighting techniques, lifesaving equipment, types of fire extinguishers, operating rescue boats. Serves as Deckhand for the Harbor Police Fireboat and/or the Harbor Police Patrol Boat, to assist with mooring lines, body recovery, first aid, security sweeps of critical infrastructure and other law enforcement duties while on board Fireboat and/or Police Patrol Boat. + Represents HPD at job fairs and other recruitment events, staffing booths and/or giving presentations to law enforcement job seekers. Participate as HPD representatives in recruitment webinars and other media forms as appropriate. Screen applications that are received for employment and participate on interview boards for potential candidates. Determines applicant qualifications by interviewing applicants, analyzing responses; and comparing qualifications to job requirements. Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection and on-boarding process. Builds relationships with community stakeholders, including Port of New Orleans employees, Public Belt Railroad employees, Port tenants, neighborhood associations, nearby businesses, local nonprofit organizations, and schools and universities. Present at schools, community colleges, and university events about the HPD mission. Assist in maintaining and growing the agency's web and social media presence by providing regular content, stories, incident information, and photos to the Communications Department. + Conducts roll call inspections of personnel, uniforms, vehicles, firearms, and other law enforcement equipment. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type:Probational, Promotional Career Progression:This position will be filled as a Police Lieutenant. Port NOLA offers competitive benefits that prioritize safety, health and wellness for our employees. Employees have access to the following benefits: + Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) + Life Insurance options + Long Term Disability Plan + State of Louisiana LASERS state pension program + Deferred Compensation Plan (457 plan) with employer match + Paid Louisiana State Holidays; and paid Annual and Sick Leave + Wellness Center located in the Port Administration Building + Ship Shape Wellness Program Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. How To Apply: No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the u201cApplyu201d 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 experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: Ashanti Perkins Port of New Orleans / Human Resources P.O. Box 60046 New Orleans, LA 70160 504-528-3274 Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leaveu2013 Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at Holidays and Leave u2013 State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: + New Year's Day + Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, + Mardi Gras, + Good Friday, + Memorial Day, + Independence Day, + Labor Day, + Veteran's Day, + Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement u2013 State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): + Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS has provided this video (to give you more detailed information about their system + Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana ( + Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (among others 01 Have you included ALL of your work experience on your application? If not, please return to the u201cWork Experienceu201d section to complete your application. + Yes + No 02 Are you currently employed by the Port of New Orleans? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Louisiana Address 1201 N 3rd St Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-04-03