WILDLIFE ENFORCEMENT SERGEANT

Salary

$4,377.00 - $8,859.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

512-226659-26

Department

Wildlife & Fisheries-Office of the Secretary

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/3/2026 11:59 PM Central

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.

This position will perform specialized technical, operational, and digital evidence duties in support of the Technology & Support section. Work involves reviewing and fulfilling public records request, retrieving and redacting digital evidence, managing CAD related incident documentation, and serving as the primary Body Worn Camera (BWC) Custodian for the Enforcement Division. The incumbent also provides statewide technology support, assists with troubleshooting, and contributes to the maintenance and accuracy of enforcement technology systems.

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

Highlight Your Experience: Be sure to include complete and detailed information about your relevant education and work experience. Resumes may be included as supplemental information but cannot replace the required application sections. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

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:

• Reviews Public Records Requests and coordinate responses in accordance with applicable laws and departmental policy.
• Retrieves CAD incidents, citation data, and related documentation for internal review or public records fulfillment.
• Redacts Digital Evidence including body worn camera footage and other multimedia files to ensure compliance with privacy and statutory requirements.
• Serves as the primary Body Worm Camera Custodian, responsible for evidence retrieval, categorization, retention management, audit preparation, and coordination with enforcement personnel.
• Supports the Technology Lieutenant by assisting with troubleshooting issues related to RMS, electronic citation systems, time management systems, and other enforcement technology platforms.
• Assists in testing, training, and disturbing electronic devices statewide ensuring proper documentation and user readiness.
• Assists with systematic updates, technology changes, and operational adjustments by communicating with regional personnel and SMEs as directed by the Technology Lieutenant.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support statewide enforcement technology operations.

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 position is domiciles in East Baton Rouge.

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.

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

[email protected]

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.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement– State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others