Police Sergeant LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport

• 4.5 Shreveport, LA Job Details $3,824
• $7,738 a month 21 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Parental leave Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Salary $3,824.00
• $7,738.

00 Monthly Location Shreveport, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 226300 Department LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport Opening Date 09/17/2026 Closing Date 10/17/2026 12:00 AM Central About this Job At LSU Health Shreveport, our mission is to advance health professions through excellence in education, research, and service. We expect only the best. The Police Sergeant position is a responsible armed police position in which the incumbent serves as a uniformed or plain clothes member of the LSUHS Police Department assigned to uniform patrol. The Police Sergeant is the assistant shift supervisor for a shift in this large University Police Department. Responds to all major incidents to supervise or assist officers for officer safety. Serves as shift supervisor in the supervisor's absence. Designated as the primary shift training officer by planning and coordinating training programs. Regular attendance is required to perform these functions. Incumbent will maintain a customeroriented awareness in acknowledging and responding to needs as they occur to assure that customer satisfaction is met at all times. If you

ARE COMMITTED

to

COURTESY AND

EXCELLENCE and to the philosophy of community policing, this could be the opportunity for you!

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

Demonstrating Courage:

The ability to take purposeful action in the face of uncertainty, conflict, or resistance to advance important goals.

Leading Effective Teams:

The ability to build, guide, and motivate teams to achieve goals through collaboration, accountability, and shared purpose. Acting with

Ethics and Integrity:

The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit. 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 found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

The Police Sergeant shall serve as acting shift supervisor in the absence of a Police Lieutenant and will provide direction to Police Officer 1/2/3's, Communication Officer 1/2/3's, and Guards on the shift. Services will include emphasis on uniform patrol, enforcement of laws, investigation of crimes and accidents, providing emergency services, crime prevention, and security services for LSUHS. The Police Sergeant will determine work assignments, approve or disapprove work, and train fellow officers and supervise Communication Officers 1/2/3's and all Guards in the absence of the Police Lieutenant, shift supervisor. The Police Sergeant will determine work assignments, approve or disapprove work, and train fellow officers and supervise Communication Officers 1/2/3's and all Guards in the absence of the Police Lieutenant, shift supervisor. Obtains, maintains, and complies with Program Guidelines for National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Omnixx Force, and Louisiana Law Enforcement Telecommunications System (LLETS). Conducts roll call and officer, vehicle, and equipment inspections. Serves as Evidence Custodian which includes ensuring proper storage, transporting to Crime Lab, timely analysis and disposal of evidence. Other duties designated by Director of Public Safety.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Job Appointment Compensation :

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Location:

Shreveport, Louisiana

PER 4194 / PSN 00053867

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

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 the position 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:

Angela Weaver University Police LSU Health Shreveport Email:

318-675-6162 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