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Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for **2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE)** in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. If applicable, please attach proof of exemption to your application for processing. The Civil Service Rule 22.8 lists Exemptions from Testing Requirements and the documentation needed here: https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/CSRules/Chapter22.aspx Applicants without a current **2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE)** test score can apply to take the test here: https://jobs.la.gov/TestInformation/TestingProcess.aspx To **apply** for this vacancy, click on the **“Apply”** link here: https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU/job/LSU---Alexandria/Police-Officer-3_R00110738 **\***Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.**\*** Please fill out ALL experience and education sections completely on your application. Please attach proof of P.O.S.T. certification to your application. Questions or concerns about your application should be directed to LSUA Human Resources at 318-473-6401 or hr@lsua.edu. Background Check and Drug Screen will be required. 169700 POLICE OFFICER 3 PS110 $40,082 - $72,155 **SER $21.27 an hour\*\*** **\*\***Applicant will be eligible for the Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $21.27 per hour. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Two years of experience in law enforcement work.** Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for **2100-Protective Services Exam (PSE)** ****in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. Please attach proof of exemption to your application for processing. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without a current test score can apply to take the test here: https://jobs.la.gov/TestInformation/TestingProcess.aspx **Passing score on the 2100-PSE (Protective Services Exam) required.** **Applicants must be P.O.S.T. certified. Please attach a copy of completed P.O.S.T. Certificate.** SUBSTITUTIONS: College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must have attained eighteenth birthday at time of appointment. 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. May be required to possess a valid Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment. For some positions, evidence of POST certification must be submitted at the time of the application. May be required to qualify annually with a firearm. For some positions, applicant must be eligible for bond. NOTE: All classified jobs in State service with police officer and wildlife enforcement titles qualify as law enforcement. Jobs outside State service that will qualify as law enforcement are those performed while commissioned with the power of arrest. Military police in the armed services are law enforcement; security/guard duty is NOT qualifying. NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies: the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Commission of Higher Education; the Higher Learning Commission; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. 169700 POLICE OFFICER 3 PS110 $40,082 - $72,155 **SER $21.27 an hour\*\*** **\*\***Applicant will be eligible for the Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $21.27 per hour. Function of Work: To provide a full range of police services with a prim…
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$40,082 – $72,155/yr
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