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 professional, responsive law enforcement and public safety services. The position supports a safe environment by protecting employees, the public, and state buildings and grounds; enforcing laws and regulations; investigating incidents; and responding to emergencies. The position is a probationary appointment located at South Hall, Louisiana Tech University, 1104 Hergot Ave, Ruston, Louisiana. Work hours are either 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Officers generally remain on a shift for an academic quarter and may then be changed to the other shift. Officers must also work special events and details as assigned. The job title and hourly rate offered depend on the selected applicant’s qualifications and experience: Police Officer 1 has a special entrance rate of $18.58 per hour, and Police Officer 2 has a special entrance rate of $19.88 per hour.

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
• Applicants must have 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 assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans
• Retirement options
• Paid 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