Guard

Salary : $2,226.00 - $4,503.00 Monthly
Location : Reserve, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 226254
Department: Port of South Louisiana
Opening Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Central


About this Job
OUR MISSION
The Port of South Louisiana's mission is to serve the maritime transportation needs of resident industry; assist resident industry in developing maritime and industrial facilities; encourage foreign and domestic investment within the River Parishes Region and Louisiana; and attract foreign and domestic cargo to the Globalplex Intermodal Terminal.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
This position supports the safety and security of Port of South Louisiana facilities, property, employees, tenants, and visitors by monitoring access to Port locations, conducting routine patrols, monitoring security and fire alarms, and responding to suspicious activity or other security concerns. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, dependability, attention to detail, strong observation and communication skills, and the ability to consistently follow established security and access-control procedures. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the safe and secure operation of a major maritime and industrial organization.

Minimum Qualifications


No experience or training is required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Applicants may be required to possess a current Louisiana driver's license.

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:

• Guard all Port of South Louisiana property and equipment in an effort to prevent theft, vandalism, and other crimes.
• Enter information onto logs identifying persons entering and leaving the Port of South Louisiana.
• Check identification/TWIC cards for all persons entering Port grounds and facilities.
• Routinely patrol all Port of South Louisiana owned grounds and buildings by foot and/or vehicle. Report suspicious activity and disturbances to law enforcement.
• Check secured gates, doors, and windows of buildings in assigned areas.
• Monitor fire and security alarms for Port owned buildings, including tenants, and notify law enforcement or fire department when needed.
• Direct traffic of vehicles entering the Port of South Louisiana entrances. Erect temporary signs and barricades for parking and traffic control.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This appointment type can be filled as Probational - up to 24 months.


Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00pm to 10:00pm.

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


Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.


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.


*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Lisa T. French
Port of South Louisiana
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• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
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• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

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