Tribal Wildlife Enforcement Officer

White Earth; Minnesota; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The White Earth Reservation Business Committee seeks a Conservation Officer to enforce the Conservation and Environmental Codes and protect White Earth’s natural resources in Mahnomen. This full-time role includes patrols by truck, ATV, snowmobile, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot to observe fishing and hunting activity, plus reporting and court support.

Ideal candidates will have 21+ years of age, completion of the BIA Indian Police Academy, and a 2-year Criminal Justice degree or equivalent

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age prior to hire.
• Successful completion of the BIA Indian Police Academy within the last 3 years.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance for travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area by truck, ATV, snowmobile, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot to observe fishing and hunting activity.
• Seizes equipment used in fish and game law violations and arranges for disposition of unlawfully taken items.
• Writes reports, assists in court proceedings, and presents evidence as needed.
• Investigates hunting accidents and issues warnings or citations; compiles required statistics.
• Maintains filing systems and prepares proposals, correspondence, and reports.

Skills

Knowledge of conservation codes

Law enforcement procedures

Weapon handling safety

Communication skills

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Decision making

Public interaction

Education

2-year Criminal Justice degree

BIA Indian Police Academy training

Job description

The White Earth Reservation Business Committee seeks a Conservation Officer to enforce the Conservation and Environmental Codes and protect White Earth’s natural resources in Mahnomen. This full-time role includes patrols by truck, ATV, snowmobile, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot to observe fishing and hunting activity, plus reporting and court support.

Ideal candidates will have 21+ years of age, completion of the BIA Indian Police Academy, and a 2-year Criminal Justice degree or equivalent