Personnel
University police officers are commissioned by the Louisiana Department of Public Safety. Louisiana Revised Statutes 17:1805 grants university police officers law enforcement powers, authority and responsibilities identical to the local police or parish deputy in one’s home community. Each officer must successfully complete a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training Council) -certified basic course on law enforcement. All officers receive additional in-service or specialized training in first aid, CPR, firearms, investigation techniques and in various other areas. Visit the Office of Human Resources for information about vacant positions.