• Police Investigator

    Louisiana Department of State Civil Service (New Orleans, LA)


    Police Investigator

     

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    Police Investigator

     

    Salary

     

    $3,574.00 - $7,232.00 Monthly

     

    Location

     

    New Orleans, LA

     

    Job Type

     

    Classified

     

    Job Number

     

    LSUNO00058381y25/12t

     

    Department

     

    LSU Health Sciences Center-New Orleans

     

    Opening Date

     

    12/12/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    12/18/2025 11:59 PM Central

     

    + Description

    + Benefits

     

    About this Job

     

    LSU Health New Orleans University Police is seeking motivated applicants for the position of Police Investigator. Applicant must possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License. Incumbent will investigate violations of state criminal laws, conduct administrative and background investigations, gather evidence, prepare warrant(s), effect arrest(s), locate and interview witnesses, testify in court, conduct undercover operations, assume undercover roles, conduct surveillance operations, prepare necessary reports on initial and follow-up investigations.

     

    LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer ( SAME ) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( [email protected] ).

    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.

     

    Job Specification

     

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

     

    Job Duties and Other Information

    Job Duties:

    + Incumbent will investigate violations of state criminal laws, conduct administrative and background investigations, gather evidence, prepare warrant(s), effect arrest(s), locate and interview witnesses, testify in court, conduct undercover operations, assume undercover roles, conduct surveillance operations, prepare necessary reports on initial and follow-up investigations.

    + Incumbent may be assigned to a fixed detail, patrol duties or administrative duties. During emergency events such as hurricanes, high water events, etc., incumbent may be required to report for and remain on duty for the duration of the event or until released by the chief of police.

    Position-Specific Details:

    Hours of Operation: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Appointment Type: Probationary Appointment

    Compensation: Starting rate of pay is$20.62 per hourwith an additional $1 Longevity Pay for hours worked only.

     

    Pay rate may be adjusted dependent upon applicants’ qualifications.

    How To Apply:

    + This position requires a passing score for the 2100 PSE (Protective Services Exam) must have score when applying.

    + To apply to this vacancy, click on the following link: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/21151

    + Pre-employment Physical, Drug testing and Criminal Background check are required.

    + Please list all relevant work experience and education in the Employment History section of your application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.

    Contact Information:

    For further information about this vacancy contact:

    Timethia Brown

     

    LSU Health Sciences Center

     

    HR Management Department

     

    504.568.4835

     

    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 tomake a differencethrough 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 athttps://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 (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) 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

     

    Employer

     

    State of Louisiana

     

    Address

     

    For agency contact information, please refer to

     

    the supplemental information above.

     

    Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

     

    Phone

     

    (866) 783-5462

     

    Website

     

    http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

     

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