Police Officer

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive patrols to protect lives and property and respond to community calls for service
• Detect suspicious activities, criminal acts, incidents, and accidents
• Prepare detailed incident reports and testify in court as a witness or to present evidence
• Enforce state motor vehicle traffic laws and investigate traffic crashes
• Manage large crowds and special event control operations
• Respond to emergency situations including medical incidents, hurricanes, floods, and bomb threats
• Operate and maintain security access systems and drive police vehicles

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Civil Service test scores for 2100 Protective Services Exam (PSE)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and perform physically strenuous activity
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and as emergency essential personnel
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification from a Louisiana-accredited training academy
• Previous law enforcement experience (for Officer 2 and 3 levels)

Benefits

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement options and wellness benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Paid holidays and various leave options
• Training and development opportunities

About the Company

Louisiana State University is the state's flagship land-, sea-, and space-grant institution. LSU includes a wide network of institutions, facilities, and programs across Louisiana, dedicated to academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and serving the needs of the community through innovation in science, engineering, and the arts.