Criminal Information Specialist

Criminal Information Specialists play a crucial role in BRPD’s daily operations. This position involves reviewing and responding to requests for information from law enforcement officers working in the field through radio communications or other necessary means. Individuals with this job are responsible for providing immediate assistance to police officers regarding vehicle registrations, stolen vehicles, other property, missing persons, etc.“If you have currently passed a Civil Service test with a 75% or higher in this position, you must complete the BRPD Intake and BRPD application. Links provided below:”

**IMPORTANT:** Before emailing your application to the Civil Service Office, you must call the recruiting office to confirm whether the application process is currently open at (225) 389-3906.

If you are applying for multiple positions, such as Criminal Information Specialist, Criminal Intelligence Analyst, Fingerprint Technician I, or Police Cadet, you must submit a separate application for each position.

Please complete the application form in full and send it via email to civilserviceboard@brla.gov, or hand-deliver it to 1755 Florida Street, Room 306, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Make sure to include a copy of your driver’s license (both front and back) with your application. After submitting your application, please call the Civil Service Office at (225) 389-5449 to confirm that your application has been received.

Civil Service Competitive Application

EARNINGS

As of Sept 10th, 2022, a new, Criminal Information Specialist can earn up to $35,130 after one year.

LISTED BELOW IS A BREAKDOWN OF ANNUAL EARNINGS

Base starting salary while in the academy$29,578 – annually
$14.2203 – hourly
After six months from the date of hire (3% merit increase)$ 30,466- annually
$14.6473 – hourly
$31,380 – after one year

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Additional pay, annually with listed education:

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