DOTD Enforcement Agent - 1-2-3 (STATEWIDE) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4794735) Apply  DOTD Enforcement Agent - 1-2-3 (STATEWIDE) Salary $3,122.00 - $6,316.00 Monthly Location Statewide, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 52/50650866/DEA123/01.16.25-DT Department DOTD-Engineering & Operations Division Section 52 Opening Date 01/16/2025 Closing Date 1/23/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions Supplemental Information 52/50650866/DEA123/01.16.25-DT WEIGHTS AND ENFORCEMENT Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside\_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt\_Finance/HR/Pages/Career\_Center.aspx The DOTD Enforcement Agent position is assigned to the Weight Enforcement Unit within the Department of Transportation and Development , Scale Police. Which is comprised of the fixed scale facilities and perimeter weight enforcement. This unit is statutorily mandated and has sole responsibility for enforcing the federal/state, size, weight, permit , registration and taxation reb>ulations. The incumbent assigned ensures enforcement effons promote a safe and secure driving environment , while protecting and preserving vital roadway infrasm1ctures. This position requires a current POST certified Police Officer or shall obtain POST certification within one year of date of hire. The candidate must also pass a background check, Physical Fitness Test, Polygraph , Matrix ex.am and Drug screen. Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. 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. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and reg11lations , as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives . Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicantswithout a current test score can apply to take the testhere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/152082/9300-highway-foreman-test) . As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a DOTD ENFORCEMENT AGENT 1, 2, OR 3 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). DOTD ENFORCEMENT AGENT 1- SPECIAL ENTRANCE rate of $18.58/hourly DOTD ENFORCEMENT AGENT 2 - SPECIAL ENTRANCE rate of $19.88/hourly DOTD ENFORCEMENT AGENT 3- SPECIAL ENTRANCE rate of $21.27/hourly. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” 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. *Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.* “The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Additionally, DOTD serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.” Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here . www.louisianaworks.net DOTD Police Recruiting Officer pdrecruiting@la.gov 225-377-7184 Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of experience performing weights and standards compliance inspections for commercial vehicles at stationary scales; OR One year of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer commissioned with the power of arrest; OR Three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply). EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Possession of a current driver's license. Job Concepts FUNCTION OF WORK: To provide enforcement of laws and regulations relative to weights and standards for commercial vehicles at stationary scales. LEVEL OF WORK: Entry. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Close from a DOTD Enforcement Sergeant. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May exercise functional supervision over non-law enforcement staff as related to weights and standards compliance. LOCATION OF WORK: Department of Transportation and Development. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from other law enforcement jobs by the presence of specialization in weights and standards enforcement at stationary scales for the Department of Transportation and Development. Differs from DOTD Enforcement Agent 2 by the absence of experienced-level enforcement duties. Examples of Work 60% The DOTD Enforcement Agent acts as a uniformed commissioned/POST-certified Police Officer, and serves as a representative in an assigned geographical area. The primary focus, of the Agency, is weight and size enforcement of both State and Federal Laws, must be capable of conducting advanced police skills such as investigations, patrol and arrest procedures, and gathering of evidence. Ensure that the applicable rules and regulations are enforced fairly and consistently. Answers to the next in line chain of command . Required to identify the specific goals and objectives as they pe11ain to the enforcement of the federal/state regulations and ensure that these goals and objectives are accomplished . Incumbent is required to meet all mandated state and departmental required POST training, qualifications and certifications. 20% Ensures that required statistical reports , time and attendance reports and other required administrative paperwork is completed in an accurate and timely manner. Works well with other officers/compliance inspectors and stays briefed on deprutmental regulations and policies. Informs the Supervisor of all pertinent information within the region or statewide area as needed. Incumbent maintains records and transmits orders given to him by his Supervisor. 10% Ensure that Department issued equipment is well maintained and used in a manner consistent with DOTD Police Policy. 5% Incumbent conducts and completes investigations as directed , and may be assigned as the lead investigator over lower-level Agents . Incumbent maintains a working knowledge of all policies , procedures, and practices in effect. 5% Performs all other job related duties as required by supervisors . While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations , as well as DOTO policies, procedures, manuals, and directives . Other Necessary Requirements: Note: The incumbent in this position must be available for cross-utilization in any DOTD Police Unit assigned to the department. Therefore, the process of cross-utilization applies to this position as needed . 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 https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave – 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 – 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 (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system + Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), + Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others 01 Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee? + Yes + No 02 Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee? + Yes + No 03 Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana? + Yes + No 04 If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA". 05 To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members? 06 Are you currently under indictment for a felony charge or have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty or plea to a felony charge? + Yes + No 07 If YES, list the law enforcement authority (city, police, sheriff, FBI etc.), the offense, the location, and disposition of the case. If NO, indicate "NA". 08 Which Weigh Station would you like to be considered for? (List All That Apply) - Delta Scales (Madison Parish) - Greenwood Scales (Caddo Parish) - Starks/Toomey Scales (Calcasieu Parish) - Breaux Bridge Scales (St. Martin Parish) - Baptist Scales (Tangipahoa Parish) - Kentwood Scales (Tangipahoa Parish) - Laplace Scales (St. John the Baptist Parish) 09 According to State Civil Service rule 22.8, applicants who possess a Louisiana Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification will be exempt from the Protective Services Exam (PSE) Do you currently possess a Louisiana POST Certification? + Yes + No Required Question Agency State of Louisiana Address For agency contact information, please refer to the supplemental information above. Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802 Phone (866) 783-5462 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email