Louisiana State Police is preparing to hold the department’s 106^th Cadet Class. Keeping in the rich tradition and intensity synonymous with LSP training, Cadet Class 106 will be a traditional 24-week academy. The academy will equip Cadets with the necessary skills and knowledge to become Louisiana State Troopers. Accepted Cadets will receive advanced State Police training that goes beyond POST requirements in firearms proficiency, tactical driving, defensive tactics, de-escalation techniques, advanced crash investigation, lawful use of force, implicit bias recognition, and LSP Core Values.

Cadet Class 106 is expected to start on Dec. 15, with today being the deadline to apply. Applications can be downloaded at http://laspc.dps.louisiana.gov and submitted electronically to the Louisiana State Police Commission. Applicants for Cadet Class 106 must meet one of the following criteria:

• Two (2) years of experience as a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified peace officer in a full-time position (must provide certification with application) whose job duties include armed duty with the power of arrest (jailer/correctional officer experience does not qualify); or
• A minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college or university (must provide transcript or degree); or
• Any two (2) year combination of Options 1 and 2 above, whereby thirty (30) semester hours will be equivalent to one (1) year of experience; or
• Three (3) years of continuous active military duty in the United States Military (must provide a DD-214 or letter from current commanding officer verifying service), effective October 1, 2001

LSP offers competitive pay and benefits, a take-home state vehicle, opportunities for overtime, and an incredible retirement package. Visit https://www.lsp.org/recruitment for more information on the hiring process, qualifications, physical fitness standards, and frequently asked questions. For additional questions and information, please contact LSP Recruiters at LSPRecruiting@la.gov or Text “JoinLSP” to 225-777-8162. Applicants can also visit facebook.com/LouisianaStatePoliceRecruiting.For those applicants not meeting LSP minimum qualifications at this time, immediate positions are available within the Louisiana Department of Public Safety Police through the Louisiana State Civil Service System. Visit https://www.lsp.org/about/leadershipsections/support/dps-police/ and http://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov for more information.