A Calling Like
No Other
Join the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office.
A career in law enforcement is more than just a job, it is a calling. Many see it as a way to give something back to their community or a way to continue the utilization of their training in their post-military career. Whatever your reason, SBSO is the place for you.
A Calling Like
No Other
Join the St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office.
A career in law enforcement is more than just a job, it is a calling. Many see it as a way to give something back to their community or a way to continue the utilization of their training in their post-military career. Whatever your reason, SBSO is the place for you.
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Traditional Positions
Our primary focus at the SBSO is to provide law enforcement services to the citizens of St. Bernard Parish. We offer a variety of traditional law enforcement positions including:
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Nontraditional Positions
The SBSO is a complex organization and offers a wide variety of civilian employment opportunities on top of the traditional law enforcement and corrections positions.
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Specialized Assignments
The SBSO provides an environment for community service, problem solving and personal growth. You have many opportunities to diversify in a number of specialized assignments.
Benefits
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Competitive salary starting at $45,200 annually
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State Supplemental Pay $600 monthly, $7,200 annually
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Free health insurance for employees (roughly $400 per month value)
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Lifetime health insurance after 15 consecutive years
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Sheriff’s Office contributes 10.25 % to employee’s pension
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Earn 2 weeks paid vacation on first anniversary (maximum of 4 weeks after 10 years of service)
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Earn 12 sick days per year (8 hours a month)
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Free life insurance, 1 1/2 times your annual salary plus $10,000
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$3000 annual salary increase every 5 years.
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Education, $150 per month with Bachelor’s degree, additional $150 per month for Master’s degree, $300 for Doctorate.
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Access to credit union, dental insurance, vision insurance, and deferred compensation
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Retire at 30 years at 100% salary (minimum age 55)
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Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)
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General Requirements
To begin a career at the SBSO, applicants must meet the following minimum entry requirements:
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Must be a United States Citizen
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Must have graduated from an accredited high school or received a G.E.D.
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Must be of good moral character and pass an extensive background check
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Pass a pre-employment examination with a competitive score
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Pass an oral interview and a polygraph examination
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Pass a thorough medical examination, including a drug screen
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Must have no felony, drug or domestic convictions
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Must possess a valid driver’s license and social security card
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on handicap status.