Dps Cadet/Officer/Senior Officer

State of Louisiana

Baton Rouge, LA

Posted Date

9/16/2026

Description

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety Police is seeking applicants for commissioned law-enforcement positions in the Baton Rouge area. DPS Police officers perform proactive patrol, criminal and traffic enforcement, crash and criminal investigations, emergency response, physical-security operations, and major-event assignments.

No previous law-enforcement experience is required for appointment as a DPS Police Cadet. Experienced officers with an active Louisiana POST certification may qualify for appointment as a DPS Police Officer or Senior Officer based on verified qualifying experience.

DPS Police is looking for applicants who demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, professionalism, selfless service, and effective experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possession of a current driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified by the hiring agency until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

Job Duties:

Work may include proactive vehicle, foot, or bicycle patrol

Respond to calls for service and emergencies

Capital Detail:

Conduct Proactive patrols throughout the State Complex and downtown Baton Rouge

Conduct Criminal and traffic enforcement

Investigate crimes and crashes

State Facilities Security:

Provide law-enforcement services at assigned facilities in the Baton Rouge area

Position Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional or Job Appointment

Career Progression:

This position participates in a Career Progression Group

Work Schedule:

Capital Detail officers work 12-hour shifts from 6:00AM to 6:00PM. State Facilities Security officers generally work from Monday-Friday 8AM to 4:30PM

Compensation:

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

The

SPECIAL ENTRANCE RATE

(SER) for DPS Cadet is $22.25 per hour, DPS Police Officer is $24.59 per hour, and DPS Police Senior Officer is $26.31 per hour.

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 a current qualifying score for the 2100 Protective Services Exam before applying unless exempt under State Civil Service rules or policy. Applicants without a current score may apply to take the 2100 Protective Services Exam here.

An applicant who meets the minimum qualifications and possesses an active Louisiana POST certification from a Louisiana-accredited training academy may be appointed without a Protective Services Exam score in accordance with State Civil Service Rule 22.8(e). The POST certification must not be suspended or pending a revocation hearing. Applicants must identify their POST certification in the application and accurately answer the related supplemental questions.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link 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 their position 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.

For Further Questions:

Contact:

Joel Sunsin

Human Resources/HR Analyst B

Ph:

225925-6068

Email:

Salary

2,917.00 - 5,904.00 Month

Field

Police