Police Officer 1-2

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in Louisiana Tech University. Louisiana Tech University is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a culture where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

Position: Police Officer 1/2*
Department: University Police
Location: Ruston, LA
Job Type: Classified, Full-time
Hourly Rate: $19.88 **(SEE NOTE BELOW)
Closing Date: September 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM CT

*NOTE: THIS POSITION CAN BE HIRED AT THE 1 OR 2 LEVEL DEPENDING UPON EXPERIENCE.

**NOTE: LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY HAS SPECIAL ENTRANCE RATES (SER) IN PLACE FOR OUR POLICE OFFICER 1/2 POSITIONS. THE STARTING HOURLY RATE IS 18.58/HOUR FOR POLICE OFFICER 1. THE STARTING HOURLY RATE IS $19.88/HOUR FOR POLICE OFFICER 2.

This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled at the Police Officer 1 or the Police Officer 2 level, depending on the experience of the selected applicant. If filled at the Police Office 1 level, the employee will train for one year in Police Officer 1 and will be eligible to move to Police Officer 2 if all qualifications and standards set by the department have been met.

Supplemental Information:

Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy. If you do not have a score before applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered.

For testing dates and locations, click on the following link:

https://jobs.la.gov/TestInformation/TestRegistration.aspx

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• For Police Officer 1: No experience or training is required.

For Police Officer 2: One year of experience in law enforcement work.
 
SUBSTITUTIONS:
College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for the year of experience.
 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.

Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification may be required.

An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

NOTE:
All classified jobs in State service with police officer and wildlife enforcement titles qualify as law enforcement. Jobs outside State service that will qualify as law enforcement are those performed while commissioned with the power of arrest. Military police in the armed services are law enforcement; security/guard duty is NOT qualifying.
 
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.

• EXAMPLES OF WORK:
• EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Police Officer 1

Provides foot or mobile security patrol and enforces parking regulations.

Responds to emergencies and renders assistance as required.

Prepares reports on activities.

Provides crowd and traffic control at special events; may be required to intervene in situations utilizing force if necessary to make an arrest, to restore order, prevent interference with normal operations or to protect persons or property.

• POLICE OFFICER 2
• Protects lives and property through active foot patrols and mobile patrols, enforcing laws, and investigating crimes.
• Provides first aid and emergency services.
• Investigates accidents, enforces parking and traffic regulations, and campus regulations.
• Conducts crime prevention and security programs, guard service, and directs traffic.
• Maintains logs of radio, telephone, and teletype activities and monitors alarm systems and other police radio frequencies.
• Operates police network computers and dispatches police officers in response to calls when necessary.
• JOB DISTINCTIONS:
• Differs from Police Officer 3 by the absence of lead worker responsibility or by routine involvement in specialized assignments involving complex police operations.

To view the Civil Service Job Specs, click on the following links:

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=169660

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=169680

APPLICANTS MUST APPLY BY THE ANNOUNCEMENT DEADLINE.

Note To Current Employees:

If you are a current Louisiana Tech University employee, you must apply for this position internally through Workday. Follow these steps to apply:

• Log in to your Workday account.
• Click on “Menu” and open the “Jobs Hub” app.
• Select “Browse Jobs” and enter the “Job Title” in the search bar.
• Click on “View Job” to review the job posting.
• To apply, click the “Apply” button.
• Review and update your Job History, Education, and Skills as needed.
• Once you're satisfied, click “Submit” to complete your application.

NOTE:
Louisiana Tech University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer. Louisiana Tech recruits, selects, employs and promotes without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information in its admission and recruitment of students, educational programs, and activities, or employment policies.

Louisiana Tech may require a criminal background check to be conducted on candidate(s) selected for hire, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials.

For further information about this vacancy, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 318-257-2235.

Please Note:  Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration.