What are the responsibilities and job description for the Criminal Investigator 1/2/3 position at State of Louisiana?
At Louisiana State Police, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive law enforcement services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.
We’re looking for a dedicated Criminal Investigator 1, 2, or 3 to join our team who is ready to protect and serve with courage and commitment. In this role, you’ll provide the full range of police services, including enforcing laws, investigating crimes and accidents, and responding to emergencies.
If you are committed to upholding the law, protecting others, and promoting a safer community for all, this is your chance to serve where public safety truly begins.
Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; ORTwelve 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:
- Investigates violations of state criminal laws, conducts administrative investigations, and investigations of regulatory violations enforced by the department through statute.
- Gathers evidence, prepares warrants, and effects arrests.
- Locates and interviews witnesses and testifies in court.
- Conducts undercover operations, assumes undercover roles, and conducts physical and technical surveillance.
- Prepares necessary reports on investigations.
- Makes physical arrests and transports fugitives.
- Performs background investigations.
Position-Specific Details:
Location: This vacancy is located in the Special Investigative Section the Office of State Police, located in Orleans Parish.
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:
- Criminal Investigator 1 (PS-112)--$1,764.80
- Criminal Investigator 2 (PS-113)--$1,888.00
- Criminal Investigator 3 (PS-115)--$2,161.60
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 will not 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
Salary : $3,824 - $7,738