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State of Delaware
Natural Resources Police Captain - Fish & Wildlife
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What they do
A Law Enforcement Chief or Deputy directs operations and supervises the activities of a local police department or a unit or shift within a department. Implements new initiatives to address problems with crime in the community.
$94,846 / year median in Delaware
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Introduction The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has three Natural Resources Police units that work with the public to ensure safety, investigate environmental crimes, and make sure that Delawareans and visitors to the state can enjoy Delaware's natural resources. Click here for more information about Natural Resources Police. Summary Statement This class is a supervisory level position overseeing all aspects of operations within the Offices of Boater Education and Boat Registration & Commercial licensing; serves as outreach and media coordinator for the unit; compose directives and procedures pertaining to law enforcement operations; oversees boating accident reporting; manages grants; coordinates training for law enforcement personnel. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Implements appropriate law enforcement action in response to complaints, traffic, criminal, regulatory and other activities. Investigates suspicious and criminal activity which includes detecting, collecting and preserving physical evidence, interviewing victims, witnesses, suspects and defendants, processing charging documents, executing search and arrest warrants and processing defendants. Performs vehicle and foot patrol of assigned areas. Performs community policing through informational presentations and educational seminars for other state agencies, schools, the public and community organizations. Provides protective services to state employees, visitors and the general public. Conducts surveillances and performs undercover assignments. Provides assistance to other law enforcement agencies as back-up or primary response. Takes into custody and transports felons and prisoners. Presents evidence and testimony and prosecutes cases in court. Prepares and maintains a variety of reports pertaining to response of an incident, daily activity and investigations. Calibrates, maintains and uses various technical instruments and equipment to determine safety compliance and operational readiness. Job Requirements