DPS Police Cadet/Officer/Sr. Officer/Corporal

Agency The Department of Public Safety Police, a statewide law enforcement agency responsible for ensuring safety, order, and security across the state. Eligibility & Requirements Minimum age: 21 years. Current driver's license. Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. Clean criminal record: no misdemeanor domestic violence convictions, no felony convictions, or pending indictment. Post‑certified applicants are exempt from the Protective Services Exam. Ability to qualify firearms, complete advanced driver and weapons training, pass a thorough background investigation, and meet all annual training requirements. Non‑POST‑certified applicants may need to complete a physical assessment (1.5‑mile run, push‑ups, sit‑ups). Job Responsibilities Conduct proactive police patrols, issue citations, investigate crashes, and respond to all calls for service. Patrol assigned area to deter and prevent criminal activity. Investigate crashes, ensure bystanders’ safety, render first aid, interview drivers and witnesses, and prepare narrative reports. Supervise removal of injured persons and vehicles to restore highway safety and flow. Investigate any crime or complaint within the patrol area; document findings and enlist assistance if needed. Serve as a Field Training Officer for newly hired officers (if required). Inspect and maintain equipment. Provide police protection to state employees, visitors, and elected officials at key locations. Enforce state and local laws within the Capitol Complex, State Facilities, Headquarters compound, and State Police Barracks. Coordinate transport of offenders to work assignments, hospital visits, funeral trips, and supervise facility security at the 1,700‑acre barracks. Position-Specific Details Location : Any parish statewide; applicant must live within 75 miles of assigned location. Appointment Type : Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment. Career Progression : Available as DPS Police Cadet, Officer, Sr. Officer, or Corporal depending on experience. Work Schedule : 24-hour, 7 days a week; shift work (days, nights, weekends, holidays). Compensation : Salary ranges from $42,016 per year (Cadet) to $92,851 per year (Corporal), based on qualifications and experience. Benefits & Additional Information Applicants are encouraged to apply if they meet the eligibility criteria. The department is a State Model Employer (SAME) agency supporting employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Contact Department of Public Safety – Human Resources, Joel Sunsin – View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr DPS-Office of State Police