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Police Officer 2

Salary

$3,122.00 - $6,316.00 Monthly

Location

Monroe, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

216565

Department

University of LA - Monroe

Opening Date

01/16/2026

Closing Date

1/21/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

The University of Louisiana Monroe is seeking a Police Officer 2 to join our team to provide law enforcement and safety within the University's jurisdiction.

Why Work at ULM? At the University of Louisiana Monroe, you're more than an employee you’re part of a vibrant campus community committed to growth, innovation, and student success. ULM offers a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development, all in the heart of Northeast Louisiana. Whether you're advancing your career or just starting out, ULM is a place where your work truly matters.

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 foundhere.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

+ Criminal patrol, enforce laws and regulations of the State, City, and University and make arrests as necessary.

+ Traffic enforcement that may include the use of radar/LIDAR.

+ Enforce DWI, narcotic, criminal, and University laws and regulations.

+ Investigate all incidents committed within University jurisdiction (such as but not limited to: assaults, thefts, sex crimes, computer crimes, traffic accidents, etc.)

+ Respond to emergency calls for service within University jurisdiction.

+ Serve on multi-agency task force for DWI and crime prevention.

+ Gather and submit evidence as part of investigations into violations of local, state and University regulations.

+ Generate reports regarding calls for service.

+ Appear in court when subpoenaed.

+ Provide protection for dignitaries and VIP's within the University jurisdiction.

+ Recertify annually to maintain certifications regarding Louisiana POST requirements.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

How to Apply:

Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for the2100-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 testhere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/3147666/2100-protective-services-exam-pse) .

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.

* 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:

Mary Earl - [email protected]

University of Louisiana at Monroe HR Services

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

01

Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If "YES", give the law enforcement authority (city, police, sheriff, FBI, etc.) the offense, place, and disposition of case.

03

Do you possess a current Louisiana POST Certification?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

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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