What are the responsibilities and job description for the Guard position at Louisiana State University?
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Job Posting Title:
Guard
Position Type:
Classified
Department:
LSUAM FA - CSPER - PTS - FO - Field Services (Sherry Blattenberger (00311278))
Work Location:
0100 Audubon Sugar Institute Building
Pay Grade:
Job Description:
The Parking Guard issues parking citations in accordance with Parking & Transportation Services (PTS) rules and regulations and implements parking mitigation techniques to control and maintain viable parking on campus.
Job Responsibilities
Issues parking citations by observing parking areas, campus roadways, and other campus property. Participates in the set up, take down, and storage of parking and traffic control devices for normal activities and events. Operates a computerized handheld device to perform daily job responsibilities (40%)
Participates in the booting, impounding, and towing of vehicles. Directs vehicles on campus to ensure safety for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Maintains a secure position in order to control. limit or restrict access to parking areas or roadways during normal operations, and directs, controls, limits, or restricts traffic flow on campus and parking areas for events. (30%)
Participates in customer relations related to parking ticket inquiries, ticket appeals, campus special events, and campus information. Provides motor vehicle assistance, including jump starts. Performs user maintenance checks and documents minor repairs to departmental vehicles. Performs various related work as assigned or required. (30%)
Additional Requirements
This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
Additional Information
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time in indoor and outdoor conditions. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to operate 2-way radio and handheld computer. This position required extensive overtime to be worked as needed. Must be able to work night and weekend shifts. This position will require a physical evaluation based on the required physical demands.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Minimum Certifications/Licenses
LA Class E or equivalent Driver's License
Louisiana State Civil Services Job Specifications
https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=131930
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Sherry Blattenberger at sherry.blattenberger@lsu.edu.
Skills Needed:
Preferred Skills:
A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.
Posting Date:
September 14, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
September 28, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.