WILDLIFE ENFORCEMENT SERGEANT-ASSISTANT QUARTERMASTER

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential eligibility

SER compensation $39.93/hr biweekly

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) seeks an Assistant Quartermaster to manage equipment and supplies, track inventory, and support statewide audits. The role is based in East Baton Rouge and requires active POST certification and a valid driver's license.

Physical requirements include lifting heavy objects and operating vehicles, boats, and firearms. This promotional position offers shift differentials and a base hourly rate with overtime as necessary, reflecting a strong

Qualifications

• Active POST certification is required.
• Possession of a current driver's license is required.
• Incumbent must meet physical requirements (lift 50+ lbs, long walks, operate vehicles/boats).

Responsibilities

• Serves as Assistant Quartermaster, managing department property and equipment.
• Maintains inventory records for duty weapons in armory, ensuring proper documentation.
• Assists with issuing and tracking consumable inventory, including uniforms and equipment.
• Supports property management, including tagging vehicles and coordinating fuel cards, license plates, and registrations.
• Supports regional evidence audits to ensure standards compliance.

Skills

POST certification

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) 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 serve as an assistant to the Quartermaster and will be responsible for receiving, managing, maintain, and distributing quartermaster-issued equipment and supplies. The position will also assist with inventory management and accurate records of agency issued property. In addition to the quartermaster responsibilities, this position will assist with the annual statewide audits of regional evidence, management requirements and to support the agency's continued adherence to The North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Accreditation standards.

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.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Serves as the Assistant Quartermaster, supporting the overall management and accountability of departmental property and equipment.
• Assists with maintaining accurate inventory records of all duty weapons housed within the state armory facility, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with established controls.
• Supports the issuance and tracking of consumable inventory, including uniforms and related equipment.
• Provides assistance with property management functions, including tagging department vehicles and coordinating the issuance of fuel cards. license plates, and vehicle registrations.
• Supports regional evidence audits and inventory processes to ensure consistency, accountability, and compliance with North American Wildlife Law Enforcement Accreditation standards.

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 domiciled 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 policy.

Overtime as necessary.

Compensation: This position is eligible for the following Special Entrance Rate (SER): $39.93 Hr/$3,194.40 biweekly

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

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

Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT:

Consuello Brown

[e-mail]

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries

Human Resources

P.O. Box 98000

Baton Rouge, LA 70898