The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) 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. This position provides executive-level leadership and oversight of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries' statewide licensing, boat registration and titling programs. It ensures these programs operate efficiently, accurately and in compliance with applicable laws while providing quality service to recreational and commercial customers, boat owners, financial institutions and other stakeholders. Eight years of experience in wildlife and fisheries programs, wildlife conservation enforcement, accounting, financial auditing, information technology, or procurement; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus five years of experience in wildlife and fisheries programs, wildlife conservation enforcement, accounting, financial auditing, information technology, or procurement; OR A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in wildlife and fisheries programs, wildlife conservation enforcement, accounting, financial auditing, information technology, or procurement; OR An advanced degree plus four years of experience in wildlife and fisheries programs, wildlife conservation enforcement, accounting, financial auditing, information technology, or procurement.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

-Oversees staff, licensing systems and vendor, policies and procedures, revenue processes and regulatory compliance. -Works with internal and external partners to resolve issues, implement changes and ensure timely and accurate licensing and registration services.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a: Promotion (open to all agency wide, classified and permanent status employees) Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a Probational appointment if selected.

Location:

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

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).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 Gertrude L. Triplett gtriplett@wlf.la.gov