Police Officer 2-A

Job Description Position: Police Officer 2-A* Job Type: Classified, Full-time Department: University Police Location: Ruston, LA Hourly Rate: $14.54 ** (see notes below) Closing Date: October 11, 2023 at 11:59 PM CT *NOTE: THIS POSITION CAN BE HIRED AT THE 1-A OR 2-A LEVEL DEPENDING UPON EXPERIENCE. **NOTE: LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY HAS SPECIAL ENTRANCE RATES (SER) IN PLACE FOR OUR POLICE OFFICER 1-A/2-A POSITIONS. THE STARTING HOURLY RATE IS 18.58/HOUR FOR POLICE OFFICER 1-A INSTEAD OF THE MINIMUM LISTED. THE STARTING HOURLY RATE IS $19.88/HOUR FOR POLICE OFFICER 2-A INSTEAED OF THE MINIMUM OF $15.56. *NOTE: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled at the Police Officer 1-A or the Police Officer 2-A level depending on experience of the selected applicant. If filled at the Police Office 1-A level, employee will train for one year in Police Officer 1-A and will be eligible to move to Police Officer 2-A if all qualifications and standards by the department have been met. The Police Officer 2-A minimum hiring rate is $19.88 (SER) hourly. Thank you for your interest in Louisiana Tech University. Once you start the application process you will not be able to save your work, so ensure you have everything available to complete your application before you begin. Your application will not be considered if you do not complete the application in its entirety. Join our team of exceptional faculty and staff! 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. Louisiana Tech offers outstanding perks and benefits to eligible employees that include a variety of health insurance plans and retirement options, paid time off for vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, substantially reduced-rate tuition for employees and their dependents, discounted memberships at the university’s sports and wellness center, professional development training, and promotional opportunities. In addition, market adjustment salary increases are awarded annually (pending funding availability) for eligible classified employees. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Applicants must have a Civil Service passing test score for the 2100-PSE (Protective Services Exam) in order to be considered for this vacancy. 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 register to take the test by clicking on the following link: https://jobs.civilservice.louisiana.gov/TestInformation/TestRegistration.aspx For testing dates and locations, click on the following link: https://jobs.civilservice.louisiana.gov/TestInformation/TestLocations.aspx QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: No experience or training is required. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have attained eighteenth birthday at time of appointment. 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. May be required to possess a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment. May be required to complete a Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) course. May be required to qualify annually with a firearm. For some positions, applicant must be eligible for bond. FUNCTION OF WORK: To protect lives and property by conducting foot and mobile security patrols; enforcing parking and traffic regulations; rendering emergency services; investigating minor crimes and making arrest when necessary. Provides a limited range of police services. LEVEL OF WORK: Entry. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General from a higher-level police official. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from Police Officer 2-A by the absence of experienced level duties. EXAMPLES OF WORK: EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED. 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. 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. *The State of Louisiana only accepts online applications. Paper applications will not be accepted. Any information about a job on your resume that was not included in the work history section of the online application cannot be used to evaluate your qualifications for the posted vacancy. NOTE TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES: For current Louisiana Tech University Employees, you MUST apply for this vacancy internally. To apply for this vacancy internally, click on the “Career” app from your Workday dashboard. Select "Find Jobs," open the position and click on "Apply." 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. Louisiana Tech offers students an unparalleled educational experience in its 79 undergraduate majors, 32 master’s degree programs, and nine doctoral programs. Founded in 1894, the University has been recognized as one of America’s Top Colleges in Forbes and as the No. 1 college in the state of Louisiana for value in Kiplinger’s. The University has been ranked as a Top Tier research university in US News and World Report for 10 years, and is the only university in the state of Louisiana to be recognized in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2020 University Impact Rankings for its commitment to sustainable development. The University has a history of and commitment to creating programs that are the first in their fields, like biomedical and cyber engineering. Louisiana Tech’s partnerships with business, government and the military help create both academic programs and job development in the I-20 Cyber Corridor. Louisiana Tech is an economic driver for our region and state, and our campus is a home for new and growing enterprises. This connection to innovation impacts our academic programs and provides job opportunities for our students in fields like cybersecurity and engineering. The traditional core campus of approximately 280 acres connects with the Enterprise Campus, a home for new and growing enterprises and to the heart of Ruston. Louisiana Tech and the City of Ruston continue to work hand in hand to create a healthier and more environmentally responsible community by developing safe pedestrian paths, lighting, sustainable landscaping, bicycle paths and more. Louisiana Tech University adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal and civil rights laws, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. 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