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Law Enforcement Coordinator

State of Wyoming
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  


Provide staff-level assistance to the Department's Wildlife Division Law Enforcement Programs, including: coordination of the Watercraft Safety Program, Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact Administration, Case Management System, Seized Property Inventory, Stop Poaching Program, Falconry Permitting Program, training coordination, and other program responsibilities and field law enforcement as assigned.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov 


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.


 

  • Administration of the Department's Watercraft Safety and Enforcement Program to include development of a statewide budget, compilation and completion of an annual watercraft safety program report, review and oversight of the state watercraft accident reporting system; liaison with the U.S.C.G., coordination/approval of all boating education courses, review and development of watercraft statutes, regulations and watercraft brochure, participation in national and regional watercraft safety associations and U.S.C.G. workshops.
  • Administration of the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact (Compact) to include updating the Compact database, sending/tracking/filing due process notices to persons included in the database, ratifications, providing responses to public inquiries about an individual's suspension status, coordination with other compact member states, processing FTAs within the system and conducting annual reviews/comparisons of the Compact database with the Department's license database for possible suspension violations. Attend professional inter-agency meetings pertaining to the Compact.
  • Administration of the Department's Stop Poaching Program to include development of a budget, administration of the Stop Poaching phone number/text number and Stop Poaching reports, promotional items, Stop Poaching education, processing of reward applications for persons reporting wildlife crimes, and development of an annual report.
  • Administration of the Department Falconry Permitting Program to include reviewing applications for new and renewing falconry permits, tracking of raptors possessed by falconers in state and federal databases, coordination with other state falconry coordinators and U.S.F.W.S. falconry program personnel on falconry issues, coordination of falconry hunter harvest surveys, and annual reporting.
  • Assist with the coordination of in-service and new officer training for law enforcement personnel. Responsible for reviewing and updating Commission Law Enforcement Policies and Department forms, guidelines, and protocols (i.e., firearms, custody/control, vehicle lighting, ISGT, check stations).
  • Assist with the game warden hiring process to include viewing polygraph interviews, conducting background investigations, and providing input to Division administration regarding potential candidates.
  • Coordinate inventory/purchase/distribution of law enforcement equipment such as firearms, duty leather, and develop and execute contracts for enforcement equipment, radios, and ammunition.
  • Coordination of the Department's Law Enforcement Case Management System (CMS) and providing training to law enforcement officers on this system. Work with IT on CMS updates and modifications.
  • Conduct an analysis of the Department's law enforcement efforts on an annual basis. Advise Division leaders regarding the best allocation of resources for law enforcement purposes. Prepare an annual law enforcement report.
  • Coordination of all law enforcement training records, liaison with P.O.S.T.
  • Coordination of firearms, custody/control instructor, and commercial operator's annual meetings.
  • Coordination of the Department's seized property inventory, including destruction or other disposal.
  • Conduct specific personnel and volunteer background investigations within the Department.
  • Coordinate the management of various Department law enforcement databases and licensing suspension lists.
  • Provide field-level law enforcement assistance independently or with other officers to Wildlife Division Regions as it pertains to hunting, trapping, fishing compliance, and watercraft safety.
  • Write enforcement reports, attend court, and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies.
  • Conduct Hull Identification Number and Vehicle Identification Number (boat trailer) inspections, Aquatic Invasive Species inspections, and watercraft safety education assistance.
  • Assist the public by providing information on hunting/fishing/trapping/boating laws and regulations.
  • Write, review, and edit Department law enforcement publications and reports.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Wildlife Division Administration or immediate supervisor.

 

Qualifications


PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:


Preference will be given to those with at least four (4) years of wildlife law enforcement experience.

**Must have a valid driver's license.


KNOWLEDGE: 


 

  • Knowledge of Wyoming Game and Fish Commission Regulations and Wyoming State Statutes (Titles 23 and 41).
  • Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations, Titles 50 and 33.
  • General knowledge of principles of wildlife management.
  • Ability to communicate (written and verbal) with a wide variety of internal and external Department constituents.
  • Ability to work independently or as a member of a team, committee, or group.
  • Ability to multitask and complete projects in a professional and timely manner.
  • Ability to prepare error-free information for public distribution.
  • Skill and ability with computers, including working in Word, Access, and Excel.
  • Ability to perform and pass the Department firearms and custody/control qualification requirements.
  • Ability to work alone without direct supervision and in a team setting.
  • Ability to analyze information and make appropriate decisions in a timely manner.
  • Be in good physical condition and have the ability to work in various weather conditions and environments.
  • Ability to operate motorized equipment, including 4x4 trucks, boats, ATVs, and snowmobiles.


 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Biology)

 

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work (typically in Biology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Game Warden

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

POST certification required

 

OR

 

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Biology) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Game Warden


Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

POST certification required

 

Necessary Special Requirements


PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:


 

  • In addition to working a Monday-Friday 8-5 work-week, must be able to work early mornings, evenings/late nights, and weekends.


NOTES: 


 

  • FLSA: Exempt

 

 

Supplemental Information


040-Game & Fish Commission - Wildlife Division

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