Posting number: 419-224658-KPG
Department: DPS-Office of State Police
Job classification: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Safety, Telecommunications, Law Enforcement, Investigative, Miscellaneous, Records Management
At the LSP Criminal Investigation Division, our mission is to enforce all State criminal laws and statutes. The Division is responsible for the detection of criminal activity, and for the apprehension of those committing crimes. The Division is comprised of Detectives and Narcotics Investigators.
We’re looking for a proven investigator to join our Criminal Investigations Division—a professional, pro-active team, working not only to detect, but deter criminal activity. Our Division conducts investigations related to law enforcement agency uses of force resulting in serious bodily injury or death, public corruption, interstate and/or dangerous fugitives, multi-jurisdictional felonies and violent crimes, and criminal enterprises trafficking controlled substances.
If you are driven to work with a professional criminal investigative team and you possess the desire to serve your community, this could be the opportunity for you!
Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR
Twelve hours in law enforcement or a criminal justice field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
Willingness and ability to attain a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.
An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Job Duties:
As a Criminal Investigator, you will:
Location: This vacancy is located in the Criminal Investigative Division ofthe Office of State Police, located in East Baton RougeParish
Appointment Type This job opportunity may be used to fill a probational appointment, job appointment, or promotional appointment.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Criminal Investigator 1, 2, or 3.
Compensation: The compensation depends on qualifications and experience. The minimum bi-weekly salaries are below:
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you have a disability and need a special accommodation.
How to Apply:
Applicants must have a Civil Service test score for 2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam) in order to be considered for this vacancy. 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
Applicants who are POST-certified are exempt from taking the 2100–PSE (Protective Services Exam) in accordance to Civil Service Rule 22.8(e). The applicant’s POST certification shall not be under suspension or pending a revocation hearing. You must indicate this on this job application or through the questions attached to this application.
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 where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes willnot be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background check(s).
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
For more information, please contact:
Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Kristin Garcia
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
Fax: 225-925-3970
DPSEmployeeAdministration@la.gov
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