Police Officer

About This Job

Southern University and A&M College, an Historically Black, 1890 land‑grant institution in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is committed to a student‑focused teaching environment that fosters global leadership opportunities for a diverse student population. Faculty and students are expected to engage in teaching, research, service, scholarly and creative pursuits across bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs offered through various instructional modalities and public service.

Police Officer 2 – protect lives and property through active foot and mobile security patrols. This position provides first aid and emergency services, enforces parking and traffic regulations, provides crowd control at special events, prevents interference with normal operations, and directs traffic.

One year of law enforcement experience.

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university substitutions for one year of the required experience.

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

• Enforces local, state, and federal laws through foot and mobile patrols.
• Provides crowd control and traffic control.
• Delivers emergency services.
• Makes arrests and prepares necessary paperwork.
• May serve as an assistant shift supervisor.
• May investigate serious crimes and accidents; may testify in court.
• Conducts crime prevention programs and works on special assignments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Appointment Type:
Probational
Compensation: SPECIAL ENTRANCE RATE OF $19.88/HOURLY FOR THE POLICE OFFICER 2
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 2100‑Protective Services Exam (PSE). If you do not already have a score, you may be disqualified. Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test here. To apply, click the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.

Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Mikhale R. Williams
Southern University and A&M College
P.O. Box 10400
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
Phone: 225‑771‑2680
Fax: 225‑771‑5617

The Southern University System is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. The System does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, pregnancy, or other protected classes. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and state laws.

Please inform HR@su .edu if you need assistance completing the application.

Insurance coverage details can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Parental leave: up to six weeks paid. Holidays and leave:
State employees receive New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and any additional holidays proclaimed by the Governor.