Police Officer 1 or 2

Louisiana Tech University • Ruston, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Tech University is hiring a Police Officer 1 or Police Officer 2 to provide police services that promote public safety and strengthen the community. The position involves enforcing laws, investigating crimes and accidents, responding to emergencies, and protecting the rights and dignity of the people served. The job title and salary offered will depend on the selected applicant’s qualifications and experience.

The position is based at South Hall, Louisiana Tech University, 1104 Hergot Ave, Ruston, Louisiana. Normal work hours are either 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. Officers currently remain on a shift for an academic quarter and may then be moved to the other shift. Officers must also work special events and details as assigned. The appointment is probationary.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, hold a current Louisiana driver’s license, and be willing and able to attain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. No experience or training is required. Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam unless exempt under Civil Service rules or policy. Applicants convicted of a felony or under indictment on a felony charge are disqualified until relief from applicable state and federal legal disabilities is granted.

The Police Officer 1 special entrance rate is $18.58 per hour, and the Police Officer 2 special entrance rate is $19.88 per hour. Louisiana Tech offers eligible employees health insurance plans, retirement options, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, reduced-rate tuition for employees and dependents, discounted memberships at the university’s sports and wellness center, professional development training, promotional opportunities, and annual market-adjustment salary increases for eligible classified employees, subject to funding availability.

Requirements

• 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.
• Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE), unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy.
• Applicants convicted of a felony or under indictment on a felony charge are disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
• No experience or training is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective police services to employees, the public, and state buildings and grounds.
• Patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle to detect and deter criminal activity.
• Respond to calls for service and assess the nature and urgency of emergencies.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and suspicious activities.
• Enforce laws, regulations, and installation rules through verbal warnings, citations, or arrests.
• Control traffic flow and ensure safety at public events or accident scenes.
• Operate police vehicles, radios, and communication systems.
• Participate in regular training to maintain law enforcement skills and readiness.
• Work special events and details as necessary and assigned.

Benefits

• A variety of health insurance plans
• Retirement options
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Substantially reduced-rate tuition for employees and their dependents
• Discounted memberships at the university’s sports and wellness center
• Professional development training
• Promotional opportunities
• Annual market-adjustment salary increases for eligible classified employees, pending funding availability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed