Louisiana
The mission of the Louisiana State Police is to provide an independent, merit‑based system to empower the State of Louisiana to recruit, develop, and retain a state police force with the highest level of professionalism and proactive engagement in providing service to and protection of Louisiana’s citizens and visitors.
The Investigative Specialist’s primary responsibility is to conduct detailed research and analysis of criminal intelligence and investigative information related to ongoing criminal investigations and law‑enforcement operations.
Core Values
Making Accurate Judgments:
The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Thinking Critically:
The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Using Data:
The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
Selected Core Competencies
Making Accurate Judgments:
The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Thinking Critically:
The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Using Data:
The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
Selected Preferred Competencies
Accepting Direction:
The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
Acting with Ethics and Integrity:
The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
Adapting to Change:
The ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change.
Following Policies and Procedures:
The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Thinking Strategically:
The ability to generate insights and identify opportunities for future growth of the organization.
Three years of law enforcement, investigatory, or gaming regulation experience; OR Six years of full‑time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor’s degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Duties
Each Investigative Specialist must have awareness in areas of concern to the State Police, including: highway drug interdiction, fugitive apprehension, legalized gaming, illegal gambling, narcotics trafficking and distribution; traditional organized crime; Asian organized crime; Russian organized crime; motorcycle gangs; street gangs; domestic terrorism; international terrorism and environmental crimes.
Utilizing this knowledge, analysts will be called upon daily in the following capacities: perform as analysts and aid investigators in the collection, compilation, and analysis of case‑specific intelligence or criminal investigative reports containing confidential information in highly sophisticated and complete criminal investigations, and recommend case‑specific investigative directions.
Researches and analyzes intelligence or investigative reports, public documents, and departmental and commercial databases, then disseminates time‑sensitive information vital to officer and public safety to investigators, road personnel, and management personnel.
Conducts general background investigations on persons and/or businesses applying for gaming licenses within the State.
Acts as an affiliate between the Louisiana State Police and other state, local, and federal law‑enforcement and criminal justice agencies by providing tactical and strategic analytical support.
Provides analytical support to local, state, and federal agencies investigating violent crimes, money laundering, narcotics crime, and missing and/or exploited children.
Position–Specific Details Career Progression:
This posting may be filled as an Investigative Specialist 1 or 2.
Appointment Type:
This posting may be used to fill a probational appointment, a job appointment, or a promotional opportunity.
Compensation Investigative Specialist 1 (AS‑612) – $1,348.80 biweekly.
Investigative Specialist 2 (AS‑613) – $1,443.20 biweekly.
Location Investigative Support Section in the Office of State Police, located in East Baton Rouge Parish.
The section comprises the following units/programs:
Louisiana State Analytical & Fusion Exchange (LA‑SAFE). The mission of the Louisiana State Analytical & Fusion Exchange is to support public safety and homeland security in an all‑crimes/all‑hazards environment and to provide federal, state, and local agencies with timely intelligence regarding criminal and terrorist activity.
Criminal Intelligence Unit. The mission of the Louisiana State Police Criminal Intelligence Unit is to collect, evaluate, and disseminate information on known or suspected criminal violators, groups, or organizations for analytical exploitation by the Investigative Support Unit. It owns the task of providing the department, other local, state, and federal law‑enforcement agencies with timely information regarding matters that directly or indirectly affect the safety and security of the people in the state.
How to Apply No civil service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply” link 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.
Information to support your eligibility for the position 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 Department of Public Safety ATTN: Human Resources/Kristin Garcia P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA 70896 Fax: 225‑925‑3970 kristin.garcia@la.gov
This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
EEO Statement The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
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The Investigative Specialist’s primary responsibility is to conduct detailed research and analysis of criminal intelligence and investigative information related to ongoing criminal investigations and law‑enforcement operations.
Core Values
Making Accurate Judgments:
The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Thinking Critically:
The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Using Data:
The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
Selected Core Competencies
Making Accurate Judgments:
The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
Thinking Critically:
The ability to objectively question, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
Using Data:
The ability to use relevant and valid data to inform a recommendation for action.
Selected Preferred Competencies
Accepting Direction:
The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
Acting with Ethics and Integrity:
The ability to be consistent, honest, and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
Adapting to Change:
The ability to adjust plans, expectations, and behaviors in response to change.
Following Policies and Procedures:
The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules, and all applicable federal and state laws.
Thinking Strategically:
The ability to generate insights and identify opportunities for future growth of the organization.
Three years of law enforcement, investigatory, or gaming regulation experience; OR Six years of full‑time work experience in any field; OR A bachelor’s degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Job Duties
Each Investigative Specialist must have awareness in areas of concern to the State Police, including: highway drug interdiction, fugitive apprehension, legalized gaming, illegal gambling, narcotics trafficking and distribution; traditional organized crime; Asian organized crime; Russian organized crime; motorcycle gangs; street gangs; domestic terrorism; international terrorism and environmental crimes.
Utilizing this knowledge, analysts will be called upon daily in the following capacities: perform as analysts and aid investigators in the collection, compilation, and analysis of case‑specific intelligence or criminal investigative reports containing confidential information in highly sophisticated and complete criminal investigations, and recommend case‑specific investigative directions.
Researches and analyzes intelligence or investigative reports, public documents, and departmental and commercial databases, then disseminates time‑sensitive information vital to officer and public safety to investigators, road personnel, and management personnel.
Conducts general background investigations on persons and/or businesses applying for gaming licenses within the State.
Acts as an affiliate between the Louisiana State Police and other state, local, and federal law‑enforcement and criminal justice agencies by providing tactical and strategic analytical support.
Provides analytical support to local, state, and federal agencies investigating violent crimes, money laundering, narcotics crime, and missing and/or exploited children.
Position–Specific Details Career Progression:
This posting may be filled as an Investigative Specialist 1 or 2.
Appointment Type:
This posting may be used to fill a probational appointment, a job appointment, or a promotional opportunity.
Compensation Investigative Specialist 1 (AS‑612) – $1,348.80 biweekly.
Investigative Specialist 2 (AS‑613) – $1,443.20 biweekly.
Location Investigative Support Section in the Office of State Police, located in East Baton Rouge Parish.
The section comprises the following units/programs:
Louisiana State Analytical & Fusion Exchange (LA‑SAFE). The mission of the Louisiana State Analytical & Fusion Exchange is to support public safety and homeland security in an all‑crimes/all‑hazards environment and to provide federal, state, and local agencies with timely intelligence regarding criminal and terrorist activity.
Criminal Intelligence Unit. The mission of the Louisiana State Police Criminal Intelligence Unit is to collect, evaluate, and disseminate information on known or suspected criminal violators, groups, or organizations for analytical exploitation by the Investigative Support Unit. It owns the task of providing the department, other local, state, and federal law‑enforcement agencies with timely information regarding matters that directly or indirectly affect the safety and security of the people in the state.
How to Apply No civil service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click the “Apply” link 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.
Information to support your eligibility for the position 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 Department of Public Safety ATTN: Human Resources/Kristin Garcia P.O. BOX 66614 Baton Rouge, LA 70896 Fax: 225‑925‑3970 kristin.garcia@la.gov
This agency participates in the E‑Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
EEO Statement The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.
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