Police Officer

Overview

LSU Health New Orleans University Police is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Police Officer 1, 2 or 3. There are multiple vacancies for this position.

Thank you for your interest in a career at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans. As a campus of Louisiana State University, LSU Health New Orleans offers benefits including health care and retirement plans, and generous sick and vacation leave. LSU Health New Orleans strives to create an inclusive climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. LSU Health New Orleans is designated as a State A Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides accommodation assistance to persons needing accommodations or with accessibility of materials.

For accommodations related to this search, contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA).

No experience or training is required.

• 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 disabilities is granted.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• Protect life and property, conduct proactive patrols, investigate auto crashes, theft, injuries; respond to calls for service; direct traffic; and enforce applicable laws and policies.
• Effect arrests, when necessary on or adjacent to LSUHSC property.
• Greet visitors and the public while offering assistance and direction.
• Accept supervisory responsibility for the LSU Health Sciences Center in the absence of a higher supervisory officer.

• Appointment Type:
  Probational
• In this position you are required to complete a 13 week Police Officer’s Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) academy held in Baton Rouge or Slidell to attain POST Certification. This academy requires passing physical fitness training (running, sit-ups, push-ups, etc.), firearms training and defensive tactics training, in addition to other training.
• Pay rate is dependent upon qualifications. Starting pay is 18.58 for a PO 1, 19.88 for a PO 2, and 21.27 for a PO 3. There is also an additional $2 Premium Pay, $1 Longevity Pay, and $2.50 Shift Differential for hours worked.
• These positions are in a Career Progression Group (CPG). Vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Police Officer 1, 2, or 3 depending on experience. See the LA Careers Civil Service site for salary ranges and minimum qualifications for each level.
• Pre-employment Drug testing, Physical and Criminal Background check are required.

Locations: LSU Health, 433 Bolivar St. New Orleans, LA 70112; LSU School of Dentistry, 1100 Florida Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119.

Hours of Operation: 6:00 am – 6:30 pm or 6:00 pm – 6:00 am.

Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See more at LSUHSC New Orleans – Benefits. Other benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance options.

The applicant must possess a current passing Civil Service Protective Services Exam score (PSE 2100).

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Please list all relevant work experience and education. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Timethia Brown, HR Specialist, LSU Health Sciences Center, HR Management Department, .

Louisiana is a State A Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.