Police Sergeant

Southeastern Louisiana University•Hammond, IN

About The Position

Southeastern Louisiana University's Police Department is hiring a Police Sergeant to supervise a uniform patrol shift consisting of Police Officer 1, Police Officer 2, Police Officer 3, and a Communications Officer. The shift works either 5 a.m.–5 p.m. or 5 p.m.–5 a.m., with rotating days on and off depending on the assignment. The position reports to the Police Lieutenant - Uniform Patrol. The listed current salary is $24.35 per hour. Applicants must complete all education and work experience sections of the application, including whether each job was full-time or part-time and the percentage of time spent on each listed duty. Resumes are not accepted in place of completed application sections. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain certification through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course. Applicants also need a current Civil Service test score for the 2100-PSE-Protective Services Exam for Law Enforcement unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. The minimum qualification is three years of law enforcement experience. Accredited college coursework may substitute for some experience: each 30 semester hours substitutes for one year, up to a maximum of 60 semester hours (two years). Applicants must be at least 18 years old and possess a current Louisiana driver's license. Active POST certification may be required at application. Applicants with a felony conviction or pending felony indictment are disqualified until legally relieved of the resulting disabilities. Annual firearm qualification and eligibility for bond may be required for some positions. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on November 16, 2026. Southeastern Louisiana University states its commitment to inclusion, respect, and appreciation of individual differences and provides assistance to people needing accommodations or accessible materials.

Requirements

Three years of law enforcement experience; accredited college coursework may substitute at 30 semester hours per year, up to 60 semester hours (two years).
Possess a valid driver's license; the special requirements specify a current Louisiana driver's license.
Be able to be certified through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course.
Have a current Civil Service test score for the 2100-PSE-Protective Services Exam for Law Enforcement unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required at the time of application.
Applicants with a felony conviction or who are under indictment on a felony charge are disqualified until relief from the resulting legal disabilities is granted.
For application consideration, complete education and work experience sections, state whether each job was full-time or part-time, and specify the percentage of time spent on each listed duty.
Any college hours or degree used for qualification substitution must be from a school accredited by one of the specified regional accrediting bodies.