Job Details

Police Officer

This position is a commissioned law enforcement position in which the incumbent serves as a uniformed or plain clothes member of the LSU Police Department assigned to various departmental units and/or details.

This position description describes the typical duties/work setting on the job. The actual duties and percentage effort/duty for a position listed on the position description may vary slightly and the incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Job Distinctions: Police Officer 1-Entry Level; Police Officer 2-Experienced; Police Officer 3-Advanced.

The physical area covered by the department includes the campus with over 250 principle buildings located on more than 200 acres, and additional facilities (South Campus, FETI, Rural Life Museum, Hilltop Arboretum) located off campus in Baton Rouge. Works shifts designed to best supplement the department in their mission to provide safety to the campus population.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides proactive patrols in order to protect lives/property, also responds to calls for service from the community. Detect suspicious activities and watch for criminal acts or incidents that may be a threat to property, or person. May have the power to arrest and prevent crimes. Conducts investigations of criminal acts, incidents, accidents, and suspicious persons and prepares incident reports for supervisor review and approval. Testifies in court to present evidence or act as witness in criminal cases.
• Enforces state motor vehicle traffic laws. Investigates traffic crashes to determine causes, including evidence and data gathering from the crash scene. Prepares traffic crash reports and supplements as required. Set up barricades and other traffic controls to assist various Facilities projects and arrange for the towing of vehicles out of restricted areas.
• Reports directly to the Police Sergeant or supervisor of higher rank. Attends shift briefings related to patrol activities and attends law enforcement training as required. Drives police vehicles in the execution of duties and must possess a valid driver's license. Obey the General Orders of the department and University Policy and Procedures.
• Works assignments involving large crowds, special events control operations, and operates & maintains a security access systems throughout LSU administrative and academic buildings.
• Works assignments involving fire safety, environmental safety, hazardous materials, building security and selective enforcement programs; and also emergency response assignments as it relates to medical incidents, hurricanes, floods, bomb threats, and/or any other catastrophic situations as required.
• Communications Center - Answer both routine and emergency telephone calls.
• Other duties as assigned.

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. Applicants without a current test score can apply to take the test here.

Testing locations and schedules for State Civil Service test centers can be found here.

Special or Physical Requirements

Physically strenuous activity relative to the nature of law enforcement is required.

Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.

In accordance with PS-18 this position may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure.

This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Must possess a valid minimum Class E driver's license.

Minimum Qualifications

Police Officer 1: No experience or training is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license. Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. 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.

Police Officer 2: One year of law enforcement experience. Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience. 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.

Police Officer 3: Two years of law enforcement experience. 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. 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.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Sgt. Sarah Drake at ...@lsu.edu.

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-###-#### or email ...@lsu.edu.