Police Sergeant

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Job Posting Title:

Police Sergeant

Position Type:

Classified

Department:

LSUAM FA – CSPER – Police – Spprt – Patrol Support (Daniel James Richardson (00008163))

Work Location:

0101 University Public Safety Building

Pay Grade:

Classified Protective Services

Job Description:

This position is a highly responsible law enforcement position in which incumbent serves as a uniformed or plain clothes member of the LSU Police department assigned. This position description describes typical duties/work setting of the job. Actual duties and percentage effort/duty listed on the position description may vary slightly and incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Job distinction: Police Officer 3 – presence of supervisor duties; Lieutenant – absence of second line supervisor duties. The physical area covered by the department includes the campus with over 25- principle buildings located on more than 200 acres and additional facilities (South Campus, FETI, Rural Life Museum, Hilltop Arboretum) located off campus in Baton Rouge. Works shifts best designed to supplement the department in their mission to provide safety to the campus population.

Job Responsibilities

Reports directly to the Police Captain or higher-ranking officer. Serves as supervisor, providing direction to Police Officer and/or Communications Officer classifications. In the absence of supervisor of higher rank, serves as acting supervisor. Determines work assignments, approves/disapproves work, and trains other officers. Attends shift briefings related to patrol, and attends law enforcement and supervisory training (25%)

Protects lives and property with the primary emphasis on patrol and enforcement of laws. Patrols keeping communication with authorized personnel. Enforces state motor vehicle traffic laws and investigates traffic accidents. Provides emergency medical services. Intervenes in emergency situations. Conducts crime prevention training programs. (25%)

Provides reports on all police activities for supervisor review and approval. Reviews and approves subordinate reports on all police activities. Conducts PED evaluations. Inspects police units for routine maintenance and reports repair and maintenance issues to the Fleet Operations supervisor. May be required to make purchases for supplies/equipment resting to patrol needs. (25%)

Performs special assignments involving crowd control operations, special events, surveillance activities, intelligence gathering activities, and may also provide security protection for high level university officials, students, and other dignitaries as required. (20%)

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Special and Physical Requirements

• This position requires a valid driver’s license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
• This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
• This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
• This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.

Additional Information

Incumbent must be able to perform all duties required of a Police Officer and maintain a POST certification at all times. Incumbent is required to obey the General Orders of the department. Incumbent is required to maintain Firearms Certification on an annual basis. Physically strenuous activity related to the nature of law enforcement is required. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of law enforcement experience.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of the required experience. The maximum substitution allowed is 60 semester hours which substitutes for two years of experience.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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 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.

Minimum Certifications/Licenses

POST Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Louisiana State Civil Service Job Details

https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=169720

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Please provide a resume and three professional references, including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Daniel Richardson at drichardson1@lsu.edu

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months. 

Posting Date:

February 28, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

March 7, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check – An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits – LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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