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Police Officer 1 or 2
Northwestern State University —Natchitoches, LA
- $18.58 - $19.88 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave
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NATCHITOCHES PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE —Natchitoches, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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School Resource Officer/Deputy
PARISH OF NATCHITOCHES SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO —Natchitoches, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Communications Deputy I
PARISH OF NATCHITOCHES SHERIFF & EX-OFFICIO —Natchitoches, LA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
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Police Officer 1 or 2

Northwestern State University -
Natchitoches, LA

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Job Details

$18.58 - $19.88 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Parental leave

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Salary

$3,220.53 - $5,904.00 Monthly

Location

Natchitoches, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

218650

Department

Northwestern State University

Opening Date

03/11/2026

About this Job

Northwestern State University's Police Department is currently accepting applications for Police Officers.

By serving, educating, and protecting the public through community collaboration, problem recognition, problem resolution, and police action, the mission of the Northwestern State University Police Department is addressed. In carrying out our mission, we must be progressive, proactive, and responsive. Additionally, we must work in partnership with the area communities that we serve, thus providing the best protection and service. We’re looking for dedicated Police Officers to join our team who are ready to protect and serve with courage and commitment. In this role, you’ll provide the full range of police services, including but not limited to enforcing laws, investigating crimes and accidents, and responding to emergencies. If you are committed to upholding the law, protecting others, and promoting a safer community for all, this is your chance to serve where public safety truly begins.

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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 the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Protects lives and property through active foot patrols and mobile patrols, enforcing laws and investigating crimes. Maintains records of all reports recorded.
Provides first aid and emergency services.
Investigates accidents, enforces parking and traffic regulations, and campus regulations.
Conducts crime prevention and security programs, guard services, and directs traffic.
Operates police network computers and responds to calls.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. You will work rotating 12-hour shifts, with rotating days off.

Compensation: The Police Officer 1 or 2 offers the following Special Entrance Rates:

Special Entrance Rate
Police Officer 1 - $18.58/hour
Police Officer 2- $19.88/hour

This is the minimum compensation that may be offered. The job title and salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Career Progression: As part of a Career Progression Group, the vacancy may be filled from this recruitment as a Police Officer 1 or Police Officer 2, depending on the selected applicant's level of experience. Please refer to the ‘Job Specifications’ tab located at the top of the LA Careers ‘Current Job Opportunities’ page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications, and job concepts for each level.

How To Apply:

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the 2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE) to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rules or policy. 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 apply to take the test here.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title 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 Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Antigone Speed, HR Specialist

[email protected]

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union, or email [email protected].

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102, or email [email protected]. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460), located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library, or email [email protected]. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 11,1 Caspari Hall, or email [email protected].

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

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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