Student - Office Of The Secretary

About the Department

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. The department supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information, and technology. The Office of the Secretary exists to provide leadership and support services, administrative direction, and accountability for departmental programs, ensuring the success of subordinate programs through department-wide coordination and communication.

About the Role

The Student Employment program within the Office of the Secretary is designed to employ students at the graduate and undergraduate levels in fields of study beneficial to LDWF while providing challenging work experience. This role offers an opportunity to work up to 20 hours per week. While students are not required to pursue an education directly related to the specific office, they must be detail-oriented, willing to learn new tasks, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities. The position requires the ability to work independently within departmental policies, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude characterized by integrity, punctuality, and dependability.

Eligibility and Enrollment

To be considered for the student employment program, candidates must be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited educational institution at the undergraduate or graduate level and maintain that enrollment while employed. Verification of enrollment from the University is required upon hire. Students do not need to be registered during summer sessions to qualify; however, those graduating in the spring semester must provide proof of enrollment for the fall semester to continue employment under the program.

How to Apply

To apply for this vacancy, click the "Apply" link to complete an electronic application. This application can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine their position in the recruitment process. No Civil Service test score is required. Information supporting eligibility, such as relevant detailed experience and education, must be included directly in the application; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applications will be kept active for 90 days.

Equal Opportunity and Resources

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. The agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization. Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide is available online.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources at P.O. Box 98000, Baton Rouge, LA 70898, or reach out to Consuello Brown at cbrown2@wlf.la.gov.