Fish Processing Jobs in Louisiana (NOW HIRING)

About this Job 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. The incumbents will provide the enforcement patrol component in support of major programs for fish, game, wildlife, ecosystem, and boating safety regulations for the protection and sustainability of wildlife/fisheries resources and public safety; and, to serve as a parish coordinator for enforcement operational/patrol within an assigned district or statewide specialized enforcement unit.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: 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 Minimum Qualifications 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.

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Patrols public/private land and waters. Provides general police protection for citizens and visitors who utilize Louisiana's lands, waterways, and wildlife/fish resources.

Identifies and apprehends suspected violators. Conducts law enforcement patrols designed to impact natural resource conservation, protection and management objectives, and to provide public safety services to include DWI on waterway, careless operation, reckless operation, etc. Coordinates the removal of injured persons and vessels involved in crashes or other incidents.

Coordinates enforcement activities within an assigned parish or work unit with lower level Wildlife Enforcement Agents. 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: There are 8 vacancies.

These positions will be domiciled in the Enforcement Division in Jackson Parish, Morehouse Parish, Natchitoches Parish, St. Martin Parish, Jefferson Davis Parish, Acadia Parish, Cameron Parish, and St. Mary Parish.

A Driver's License is required. Shift Differential: This position is eligible for a shift differential in addition to the base hourly rate when scheduled to work designated evening, night, weekend, or other qualifying shifts. The applicable differential is subject to LDWF's current compensation policies.

Overtime as necessary. 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 For further information about this vacancy, contact: Consuello Brown cbrown2@wlf.la.gov Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O

Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 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.