The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the state's renewable natural resources, including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• Strong Leadership skills
• Problem solving skills
• Great integrity
• Great communication skills
• Independent thinking skills
• Keen attention to details
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Two years of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been as a Wildlife Enforcement Senior Agent or higher rank in state service:

Four years of experience in wildlife conservation law enforcement.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of an active Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification.

Possession of a current driver's license.

An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified by the hiring agency until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

NOTE:
This job has special physical requirements in that the incumbent must lift heavy objects (50 lbs. or more), walk long distances, work in harsh weather conditions, fire handguns, rifles, and shotguns accurately and have the ability to operate vehicles, boats, and all-terrain vehicles while in the performance of duties.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Patrols public/private land and waters, including federal waters, using a variety of specialized equipment while enforcing laws, rules, and regulations to protect and preserve the fish and wildlife resources and the citizens of the state.
• Reviews and investigates all hunting accidents and boating crashes in assigned parish or unit prepared by agents for assigned area to determine cause and assist in determination of possible criminal charges.
• Coordinates enforcement activities within assigned parish or work unit with lower level Wildlife Enforcement Agents.
• Oversees enforcement activities on Wildlife Management Areas located in assigned parish.
• Properly prepares and completes all forms and documents related to enforcement activities such as reports of investigations, inspections, written warnings, natural resource restitutions, citations, affidavits, warrants, search warrants, property receipts and news releases, and other paperwork that may be required by the department, commission, District Attorneys, US Attorneys, or any other entity having oversight of criminal or civil prosecution.
• Temporarily performs as district supervisor in absence of Wildlife Enforcement Lieutenant.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This is a promotional opportunity, open only to current permanent, classified employees of the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries/Enforcement Division.

Location: This vacancy is located in Region 2B /West Carroll Parish.

The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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 this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer