Top 312 Patrol officer Jobs in Louisiana

Police Officer 2-3
Orleans Levee District —New Orleans, LA
- $3,122 - $6,316 a month
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
6d
Police Officer / Police Officer Trainee
Tulane University —New Orleans, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Police Officer
US Department of Veterans Affairs —Shreveport, LA
- $45,400 - $98,300 a year
- Extended hours
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Outdoor work
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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WILDLIFE ENFORCEMENT AGENT
Wildlife & Fisheries-Office of the Secretary —Pineville, LA
- $3,340 - $6,758 a month
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
1d
Police Officer
Causeway Bridge —Metairie, LA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- On-the-job training
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
Customs and Border Protection —Louisiana
- $51,632 - $92,912 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Bachelor's degree
- Military encouraged
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Police Officer
Centenary College of Louisiana —Shreveport, LA
- $42,680 - $50,743 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Word processing
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Police Officer
City of Sulphur —Sulphur, LA
- $43,553 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
Customs and Border Protection —Louisiana
- $65,545 - $124,717 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Military
- Mid-level
- Driving
- 401(k)
Marine Interdiction Agent
Customs and Border Protection —Louisiana
- $76,745 - $142,199 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Marine Interdiction Agent
Customs and Border Protection —Houma, LA
- $76,745 - $142,199 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Armed Security Guard - Part Time
Inner Parish Security Corporation —Eunice, LA
- $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
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3d
Armed Security Guards
Inner Parish Security Corporation —Vinton, LA
- $11 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Military
- Pass drug screening
Quick Apply
Event Security
Andy Frain Services —Bossier City, LA
- $16 an hour
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
9d
Twic Security Officer
GardaWorld Security Services U.S. —Paulina, LA
- $16.48 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
5d
DPS Police Cadet/Officer/Sr. Officer/Corporal
DPS-Office of State Police —Louisiana
- $42,016 - $92,851 a year
- Weekends as needed
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
POLICE OFFICER 1 or 2 (HARBOR POLICE)
Port of New Orleans Port Commission —New Orleans, LA
- $2,917 - $5,904 a month
- 12 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
2d
Police Officer 2-3(CPG)
East Jefferson Levee District —Kenner, LA
- $3,122 - $6,316 a month
- On call
- 18 years or older
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
6d
Police Officer 1/2/3
LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport —Shreveport, LA
- $2,917 - $5,904 a month
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER- ARMED
East Baton Rouge Parish School System —East Baton Rouge Parish, LA
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level

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Police Officer 2-3

Orleans Levee District -
New Orleans, LA

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,122 - $6,316 a month
6 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Parental leave
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License
Peace Officer Certification
State-specific police officer certification

Full Job Description

Salary

$3,122.00 - $6,316.00 Monthly

Location

New Orleans, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

224453

Department

Orleans Levee District

Opening Date

08/06/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

About this Job

Mission:
Our mission is to ensure the physical, operational, and financial integrity of the regional flood risk management system in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state, and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction.

Overview of Role:

The Orleans Levee District jurisdictional area falls under the umbrella of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East (SLFPA-E) and includes East Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard parishes on the East Bank. It is the duty of the Orleans Levee District Police Department to patrol and inspect the levees and floodwalls that surround Orleans Parish and to check various gauges and flood structures to ensure the integrity of the levee system.

The Department also serves to protect lives and property, while also enforcing federal, state, and local laws through active mobile and/or foot patrols. The incumbent in this position performs responsible, commissioned and law enforcement duties in the prevention of crime and to protect life and property, while armed and uniformed. Supervision is from a police official of a higher level, i.e. Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, and/or Police Captain. The incumbent in this position is required to be POST certified.

Minimum Qualifications

One year 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.

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.

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 life and property, with an emphasis on law enforcement, crime prevention, crime and accident investigation and arranging emergency services. Incumbents patrol an assigned area on foot or in a vehicle to detect and prevent crime.
Inspects and reports on the condition of 107 miles of earthen levees and floodwalls, 1400 acres of levee turn maintenance area, 200 land-based floodgates and 6 navigational floodgates, 3 permanent canal closures and pumps, and various valves along the levee system.
Participates in large-scale crowd control on the Lakefront during peak season. Assists the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) with crowd control during Mardi Gras. Also provides backup to NOPD in other law enforcement activities as requested.
Escorts SLFPA-E staff, trucks and equipment to other parishes requiring assistance with flood protection or levee repair/reinforcement. Provides security for SLFPA-E’s emergency repair/maintenance and repair crews during hurricane or other events that could lead to flooding. Ensures that only authorized individuals are allowed access to such areas
As requested, aids other law enforcement entities, including the Jefferson Parish Sheriff s Department, the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, the FBI, the Secret Service, the DEA, the US Coast Guard, the US Customs Department, and the Department of immigration and Naturalization. When requested, assist other law enforcement departments in detaining aircraft arriving at the New Orleans Lakefront Airport

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This appointment type can be filled as Probationary, Promotional, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty or Job Appointment.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Police Officer 2, or 3.
Compensation: Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the state’s retirement plan, health insurance, agency-paid short-term disability coverage, paid holidays and paid annual and sick leave.

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

NOTE: The Orleans Levee District is an emergency-oriented agency. Part of the mission is to protect the residents of Orleans Parish from tidal surge, wind-driven water and river flooding. In emergencies during Mississippi River flooding and Hurricane Tropical Storm events, the incumbent will be on call and must report for duty if so required, remaining on duty in such situations until released from duty by the Appointing Authority.

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.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. 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.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete*

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Celeste Wertz
East Jefferson Levee District
[email protected]
(504)286-3237

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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