GUARD (WAE)

GUARD (WAE)Print (ApplyGUARD (WAE)Salary$12.84 - $25.98 HourlyLocationBaton Rouge, LAJob TypeClassifiedJob Number218287DepartmentSouthern University-Baton RougeOpening Date03/04/2026Closing Date3/13/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits About this JobSouthern University is seeking a Guard to support the university’s traffic and parking operations by guiding campus traffic, enforcing regulations, and setting up necessary equipment to maintain a safe and efficient campus environment.The mission of Southern University and A&M College, an Historically Black, 1890 land-grant institution, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is to provide a student-focused teaching and learning environment that creates global leadership opportunities for a diverse student population where teaching, research, service, scholarly and creative expectations for students and faculty are achieved through the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs offered at the institution via different instructional modalities and via public service.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.Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (.Job Duties and Other InformationJob Duties: Enforces Southern University Traffic and Parking Regulations across campus to ensure safe and orderly vehicle flow. Directs vehicular traffic on campus during peak hours, special events, and as needed. Picks up, transports, and sets up plastic and metal barricades for traffic control, events, and restricted areas. Applies vehicle immobilization devices to vehicles in violation of traffic and parking regulations. Coordinates with towing services and directs tow truck operators to the location of vehicles designated for towing. Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: This position will be filled as a part-time classified WAE job appointment and may not exceed 1245 hours in a 12-month period. NOTE : A Classified WAE (when actually employed) is a temporary job appointment used to fill a position in the classified service for a limited duration. This position is not eligible for benefits or paid holidays. Work Location: This position is located at the University's Department of Traffic and ParkingCriminal background check and reference verification is required.How To Apply: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. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information:For further information about this vacancy contact:Mikhale R. WilliamsSouthern University and A&M CollegeP.O. Box 10400Baton Rouge, LA 70813Phone: 225-771-2680Fax: 225-771-5617The Southern University System (System) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. The System does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the SUS. Please inform if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in this application process.Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found atHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS has provided this video (to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (among others EmployerState of LouisianaAddress1201 N 3rd StBaton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802Phone(866) 783-5462WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email

Created: 2026-03-06