Posting number: 07/50673159/GRD/09.22.2026-KA
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 7- Lake Charles
Job classification: GUARD
Posting type: Open
Categories: Miscellaneous
At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.
The overall function of this position is to serve as a night guard at DOTD District 07 in Lake Charles.
Join the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as a night Guard, where you'll play a key role in receiving and responding to incoming calls from the public, police, and bridge tenders after regular hours to ensure critical public safety.
** Criminal Background Check will be required **
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.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Depending on level and assignment, Guard may:
Compensation: Guard – $ 26,707.00 Annual
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); or by detail to special duty.
Work Schedule: Work hours are based on a 7 days on and 7 days off
Additional Information: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Carilla Manuel
Adm Program Manager 2
Phone: 337-437-9187
carilla.manuel@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
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