WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES TECHNICIAN A-C (BODCAU WMA)

State Of Louisiana

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 6 days ago

    Highlights

    For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf(Download 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/ .

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBossier City, LA

    Description

    WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES TECHNICIAN A-C (BODCAU WMA)

    Salary

    Depends on Qualifications

    Location

    Bossier City, LA

    Job Type

    Classified

    Job Number

    512-226077-26

    Department

    Wildlife & Fisheries-Office of the Secretary

    Opening Date

    09/14/2026

    Closing Date

    9/19/2026 11:59 PM Central

    • Description
    • Benefits
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    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 is responsible for assisting with the safe and efficient daily operations of LDWF's Bodcau Shooting Range, including acting as chief range safety officer when needed. Incumbent is responsible for enforcing safety rules and regulations for the range, and ensuring that the entire facility and all operations are maintained at the highest standards. Incumbent will assist in coordinating volunteer Range Safety Officers' activities, including recruitment and training of these volunteers. May oversee activities and work product of LDWF student worker(s).

    Minimum Qualifications

    No experience or training is required.

    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:

    • Oversees the day-to-day operations and maintenance of assigned shooting range to ensure that it is made available to the public and used in a safe manner.
    • Regular weekend work is required.
    • Physical demands include lifting of materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods, and work outside under a wide range of environmental conditions.

    Preferred Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

    • Experience in operating a shooting range.
    • Proficiency with shooting range technology and equipment.
    • Range Safety Officer certification.

    Position-Specific Details:

    The position is domiciled in Bossier.

    Appointment Type: Position will be filled as a four (4) year job appointment. If funding becomes available, the position may be converted to probational.

    Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group and may be filled as WLF Technician A-C, determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

    Compensation: The salary offered will be determined bason on the candidates qualifications and experience.

    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.

    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. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf(Download PDF reader)

    This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

    Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Contact Information:

    Consuello Brown

    cbrown@wlf.la.gov

    Office Human Resources Management

    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 Years Day
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
    • Mardi Gras,
    • Good Friday,
    • Memorial Day,
    • Independence Day,
    • Labor Day,
    • Veterans 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
    • Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
    • Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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    Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Have you included ALL education and work experience and training in this application?

    • Yes
    • No

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    Do you have a valid LA drivers license?

    • Yes
    • No

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    Are you able to work overtime and travel occasionally, including overnight travel, to attend meetings?

    • Yes
    • No

    Required Question

    Employer State of Louisiana

    Address 1201 N 3rd St

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

    Phone (866) 783-5462

    Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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