Elections Compliance Officer 3
State of LouisianaAbout this Job
- The mission of the Secretary of State's office is to serve the public by meeting its legal responsibilities of collecting, securing, and communicating information that enhances commerce, ensures the integrity of Louisiana's elections, and preserves, presents, and makes accessible government information essential to Louisiana's operations and its recorded history.The Elections Integrity Unit is seeking an Elections Compliance Officer 3 to assist in conducting criminal investigations regarding elections, as well as providing administrative and/or support functions for the EIU.
Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience in investigations as a commissioned law enforcement officer; OR
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or law enforcement plus three years of experience in investigations as a commissioned law enforcement officer.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Supervise lower level Officers
- Review the work of subordinates regarding quality and accuracy of investigations
- Serves as the Training Coordinator for EIU and POST recertification coordinator
- Oversees equipment from purchasing to surplus
- Investigates election related violations
- Responds to notifications/complaints from ROVs, COCs, private citizens etc
- Maintain/Update EIU policies and procedures
- Works to review the Election Code annually for updates or revisions
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Division: Elections Integrity Unit / One (1) vacancy
Location: Secretary of State, Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA.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 score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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.
*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:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Ashley Rathcke, HR Specialist
Secretary of State Nancy Landry
Human Resource Division
P. O. Box 94125
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125
ashley.rathcke@sos.la.gov