Employment
The St. James Parish Sheriff’s Office offers many different career opportunities to the citizens of this community. Along with being both challenging and exciting, a career in law enforcement is a full-time commitment to the people of this area. The Sheriff’s Office provides excellent benefits, including a comparable salary to our neighboring parishes, full medical insurance, and an exceptional retirement plan.
Requirements of applicants are as follows:
- 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Louisiana Driver’s License
- Citizen of the United States
Applicants are subject to:
- Departmental test and interview
- Drug screen
- Physical examination
- Background check
Applications can be downloaded below or picked up at one of the following locations:
St. James Parish Sheriff’s Office
5800 LA Highway 44
Convent, LA
OR
Sheriff’s Substation
2631 Highway 20
Vacherie, LA.
We’re accepting applications at all times.