Guard

Southeastern Louisiana University; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Louisiana University invites applications for the position of Guard, joining a team dedicated to campus safety and customer service. The role includes security patrols, monitoring access, responding to emergencies, directing traffic, and enforcing parking regulations to keep students and staff safe.

The successful candidate must be at least 18, possess a valid driver’s license, and be able to obtain certification through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course.

Qualifications

• No experience or training is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Able to be certified through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course.
• At least 18 years of age.
• No Civil Service test score is required.

Responsibilities

• Security patrols of campus buildings and grounds.
• Monitor access to facilities and respond to emergencies.
• Direct traffic and enforce parking regulations.
• Issue citations and coordinate vehicle impoundments.
• Install traffic control devices and maintain equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist during events.
• Complete accurate documentation and work collaboratively daily.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Job description

Southeastern Louisiana University Department of Transportation Services invites applications for the position of Guard. Join our team in providing a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, employees, and visitors. This position performs security patrols of campus buildings and grounds, monitors access to facilities, responds to emergencies and disturbances, and helps maintain public safety. Responsibilities also include directing traffic, enforcing parking regulations, issuing citations, coordinating vehicle impoundments, installing traffic control devices, maintaining departmental equipment, and providing excellent customer service. The successful candidate will communicate effectively with the public, assist during athletic and special events, complete accurate documentation, and work collaboratively to support daily campus operations while ensuring compliance with university policies and regulations.Current salary: $12.84/hourWhen applying, you should list all Education and Work Experience on this application. When listing your Work Experience, indicate if the job was full-time or part-time and what percentage of time you spent on each of the duties listed. This information will be used to determine if you meet the Minimum Qualifications of the position. If complete information is not listed, it may result in your application not being considered.*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to be certified through the Southeastern Defensive Driving Course.No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSNo 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.Click Here to View the Civil Service Job SpecPosting Close DateSeptember 28, 2026Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.How to Apply complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies.HR ContactIf you have questions about this position, the application process or need special accommodations, please call the Human Resources Office at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail].