Police Lieutenant

Police Lieutenant

Salary

$4,377.00 - $8,859.00 Monthly

Location

Shreveport, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

223385

Department

LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

7/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

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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.

We're looking for a Police Lieutenant to join our University Police Department. The Police Lieutenant is a highly responsible police supervisory position in which the incumbent shall be in direct command of Police Officer 1s, Police Officer 2s, Police Officer 3s, and Police Sergeants assigned to a particular uniform police shift. The Police Lieutenant is the shift supervisor of this large department and is responsible for all training and conduct for all shift officers. Regular attendance is required to perform the functions of this position. Incumbent will maintain a customer-oriented awareness in acknowledging and responding to needs as they occur to assure that customer satisfaction is met at all times. The Police Lieutenant shall receive supervision and direction from a Police Captain or a supervisor of a higher rank.

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:

• Acting Decisively: The ability to make timely, confident decisions using sound reason.
• Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity and honesty, regardless of circumstances or personal benefit.
• Influencing Others: The ability to shape, guide, or alter the thoughts, behaviors, attitudes, or decisions of others.

Minimum Qualifications

Four 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 drivers 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:

• Supervise and lead police officers engaged in patrol operations, law enforcement, emergency response, crime prevention, and public safety services.
• Respond to and manage complex or high-priority incidents, including serious criminal investigations and emergency response activities.
• Oversee the departments building CCTV and access system, ensuring equipment is functioning properly and implementing corrective measures.
• Evaluate the performance of assigned personnel through inspections, coaching, and oversight of officers, vehicles, equipment, and daily operations.
• Review and approve reports prepared by subordinate officers and ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain required POST certification and perform other related duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Job Appointment

PER 3717/ PSN 00024991

Full-time position

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score 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.

• 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:

Kip Biddle, Coordinator UPD

LSU Health Shreveport

Email:kip.biddle@lsuhs.edu

Phone: (318) 675-7887

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

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 Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans 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
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

01

Are you a current permanent classified employee of Louisiana State University Health - Shreveport?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?

• Yes
• No

03

If "YES", give the law enforcement authority (city, police, sheriff, FBI, etc.) the offense, place, and disposition of case. IF"NO", enter N/A

04

Are you currently Post Certified in the state of Louisiana?

• Yes
• No

05

AD: Acting Decisively - How well do you make timely, confident decisions using sound reasoning?

• I avoid making decisions, rely on others, and struggle to stay confident under pressure.
• I make decisions with help, second-guess myself, and tend to stick with familiar methods.
• I make timely decisions, take responsibility for the outcome, and explain my reasoning clearly.
• I make bold decisions, adapt quickly, and help lead others through uncertainty.

06

AD: Acting Decisively - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

07

AEI: Acting with Ethics and Integrity - How well do you make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity, and honesty-even when it's difficult or inconvenient?

• I ignore ethical standards, withhold information, or show bias or poor judgment.
• I follow rules, share information, and try to avoid ethical missteps.
• I act with integrity, respect confidentiality, and treat people fairly.
• I promote ethics, model transparency, and help others act with fairness across teams.

08

AEI: Acting with Ethics and Integrity - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

09

IO: Influencing Others - How well do you shape, guide, or persuade others through your communication and actions?

• I struggle to persuade others, tend to ignore feedback, and rely on rigid or ineffective tactics.
• I share my ideas with some impact and try to adjust based on feedback, but I may miss emotional or strategic cues.
• I communicate clearly and adjust my message for different audiences using feedback and emotional awareness.
• I inspire action through strategic messaging, emotional intelligence, and long-term influence strategies.

10

IO: Influencing Others - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience. Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.

Required Question

Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm