Dotd Enforcement Sergeant ( Executive Officer)

52/50662826/DOTDES/06.27.24-DT

WEIGHTS AND ENFORCEMENT

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The DOTD Enforcement Sergeant Executive Officer position is assigned to the Weight Enforcement Unit within the Department of Transportation and Development, which is comprised of the fixed scale facilities. This unit is statutorily mandated and has sole responsibility for enforcing the federal/state, size, weight, permit, registration and taxation regulations.

 The incumbent assigned ensures enforcement efforts promote a safe and secure driving environment, while protecting and preserving vital roadway infrastructures. Commissioned personnel assigned have the same authorities statewide as sheriffs, constables, and police officers with respect to the enforcement of the law. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

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For further information about this vacancy contact:

Name: THOMAS STUBBS

Job Title: DOTD ENFORCEMENT MAJOR

Phone Number: 225-377-7178

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Three years of weights and standards law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer with the powers of arrest.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

Five years of any law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer with the powers of arrest.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid driver's license at time of appointment.

Active Police Officers Standard of Training (POST) certification.

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified by the hiring agency until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

FUNCTION OF WORK:

To provide enforcement of laws and regulations relative to weights and standards for commercial vehicles through direct supervision of enforcement personnel assigned to stationary scales.

LEVEL OF WORK:

Supervisor.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

General from a DOTD Enforcement Lieutenant. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Direct over DOTD Enforcement Agents and other non-law enforcement staff as assigned. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.

LOCATION OF WORK:

Department of Transportation and Development.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:

Differs from DOTD Enforcement Agent 3 by the presence of direct supervisory responsibility over enforcement staff on an assigned shift.

Differs from DOTD Enforcement Lieutenant by the absence of direct supervisory responsibility over enforcement staff for multiple shifts and/or locations.

50%      Incumbent will serve as the Weight Enforcement Unit's Training Coordinator, and as such is responsible for keeping records and ensuring that all officers have completed mandatory in-service training and re-certification on the state and federal level, while making ce1tain that all records, logs, and reports conform to departmental regulations. Incumbent monitors and evaluates personnel training to ensure training goals and objectives are met. Prepare and implement long range and short range training goals to assure training needs analysis and priorities are met. Incumbent assures that directives and policies are adhered to by all personnel and assures that all new policies, directives and memorandums are forwarded to personnel.
25%     The incumbent acts as a uniformed commissioned/POST certified Police Officer, and serves as a DOTD representative for the state of Louisiana.

The primary focus, of the Agency, is weight and size enforcement of both State and Federal Laws, and must be capable of conducting advanced police skills such as investigations, patrol and arrest procedures, and gathering of evidence.

Incumbent serves as an Executive Officer to a functional staff unit who assists in the planning, coordination, and implementation of all aspects of the Weight Enforcement Unit. Incumbent will report directly to the DOTD Enforcement Lieutenant Executive Officer. Incumbent performs and/or assists in a wide variety of duties that require initiative, independent judgment, and responsibility. Incumbent is responsible for daily duties as an Executive Officer and is expected to make sound and independent decisions. Incumbent is required to meet all mandated state and departmental required POST training, qualifications, and certifications.
15%      Ensure that required statistical reports, time and attendance reports, and other required administrative paperwork is completed in an accurate and timely manner. Assist in preparing overall operational budget for the Weight Enforcement Unit. Reviews leave request, ove1time request, training request, and duty assignments for all personnel within the unit. Incumbent assists in the completion of annual equipment inventories, requisition of new equipment, monitors vehicle maintenance, and makes recommendations to the DOTD Enforcement Lieutenant Executive Officer regarding equipment utilization.
5%       Conduct fair and impartial planning and evaluation sessions (PES) in accordance with DOTD policy.
5%       Ensure that Department issued equipment is well maintained and used in a manner consistent with DOTD policy.

Ensures that all required invento1y and supplies are purchased and kept in stock for distribution to personnel as needed.