WILDLIFE ENFORCEMENT INVESTIGATOR

Don't work for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries yet? Search for other jobs open to everyone by clicking here. 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. The Office of the Secretary exists to provide leadership and support services, administrative direction, and accountability for departmental programs; administrative direction and leadership to ensure the success of subordinate programs; and department-wide coordination, communication, personnel, and basic resources needed to accomplish the department's mission.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been as a Wildlife Enforcement Corporal 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:

To investigate reports of boating theft, fraud, and accidents, including vessel ownership fraud, insurance fraud, and unauthorized activities. To investigate wildlife violations of state & federal criminal laws, conduct civil investigations of regulatory violations enforced by the department through statute. To build investigative case files with evidence to support prosecutions for poaching-related crimes. To support covert operations through pre-operational site surveys. To investigate gross littering cases. To work closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and coordinate multi-agency operations. To investigate illegal harvesting, transportation, and sales of seafood within Louisiana.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

This Promotional opportunity is limited to current permanent status classified employees within the Office of the Secretary, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries only. This position requires a valid driver's license. Overtime is as necessary and includes shift differential.

Location:

This posting is for 2 vacancies. These positions are located within the Enforcement Division of the Office of the Secretary, Region 2-Ouachita and Region 5 - Calcasieu.

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. 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.

Contact Information:

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 Consuello Brown cbrown2@wlf.la.gov