Police Officer 1 or 2

Louisiana Tech University • Ruston, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Tech University is hiring Police Officer 1 or Police Officer 2 to provide the full range of police services and promote public safety through fair, professional, and responsive law enforcement. Duties include enforcing laws, investigating crimes and accidents, responding to emergencies, and protecting university employees, the public, and state buildings and grounds. The position is based at South Hall, Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana. Normal shifts are 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.; officers may change shifts after an academic quarter. Officers must also work assigned special events and details. This is a probationary appointment. The role may be filled at the Police Officer 1 or Police Officer 2 level, depending on the selected applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• 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 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.
• Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE), unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy.
• Relevant experience and education supporting eligibility must be detailed in the application; resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed application sections.

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 help 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 assigned special events and details.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans
• Retirement options
• Paid vacation leave
• Paid 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