State of Louisiana
Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) is one of five campuses comprising the Historically Black Southern University System. Our priority is to aid people from diverse backgrounds to improve the quality of their lives and become contributing participants in this community's cultural and economic development. SUSLA has approximately 3,180 undergraduate students, 413 full and part-time employees including 175 faculty members. The University offers 33 undergraduate degrees, and confers some 350 degrees annually. SUSLA's annual operating budget is approximately $12 million. The physical plant, located on Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive is more than 100 acres with 11 buildings. SUSLA has two additional locations to provide educational opportunities and accessibility: the Downtown Metro Center providing state-of-the-art allied health programs, and the Aerospace Technology Center at the Shreveport Downtown Airport that houses the FAA-approved Aerospace Technology and Maintenance programs.
As a Police Officer, you will support a safe environment through proactive patrol, emergency response, and law enforcement to SUSLA's campuses.
Visit www.susla.edu for more information about the star of the Southern University System.
One year of law enforcement experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
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.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
In this role, you will:
* Provide protective police services to employees, the public, and state buildings and grounds * Patrol assigned areas by foot or 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
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Police Officer 2.
Work Schedule: Determined by Supervisor. You will work rotating 12- hour shifts, with rotating days off.
Compensation: The Police Officer 2 offers a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $1,590.40 bi-weekly, $41,350.40 annually.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test
here.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
La Toya Wilson
Southern University at Shreveport/Human Resource Department
3050 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Shreveport, La 71107
318-670-9246
As a Police Officer, you will support a safe environment through proactive patrol, emergency response, and law enforcement to SUSLA's campuses.
Visit www.susla.edu for more information about the star of the Southern University System.
One year of law enforcement experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
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.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
In this role, you will:
* Provide protective police services to employees, the public, and state buildings and grounds * Patrol assigned areas by foot or 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
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Police Officer 2.
Work Schedule: Determined by Supervisor. You will work rotating 12- hour shifts, with rotating days off.
Compensation: The Police Officer 2 offers a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $1,590.40 bi-weekly, $41,350.40 annually.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test
here.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
La Toya Wilson
Southern University at Shreveport/Human Resource Department
3050 Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Shreveport, La 71107
318-670-9246