Fish And Wildlife Enforcement Officer Intern - Non-Perm - *03776-24

FULL-TIME / NON-PERMANENT

FISH AND WILDLIFE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER INTERN

ADMINISTRATIVE TRAINEE 1

Enforcement Program

Olympia, Washington

• Thurston County

Anticipated Appointment Length: Four to Six Months

Are you seeking to gain experience in the world of Conservation Law Enforcement? Join our team as a Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Officer Intern to get an insider's perspective on what it takes to protect Washington's public and natural resources. We are seeking an Olympia-based Intern to assist our Officers both in the office and the field!

Enforcement Contacting Fisherman

• Photo Credit: Officer Van Vladricken

These positions are opportunities to gain an understanding of the Enforcement Program's role within the WDFW organization and how it intersects with other WDFW programs.

In these dynamic roles you will be responsible for helping Fish & Wildlife Police Officers to accomplish the daily and overall mission of the Law Enforcement Program.

You are excited to obtain exposure to inter-jurisdictional police activities while assisting Fish & Wildlife Officers in a variety of general labor duties including stocking vehicles for patrol.

The ideal candidates are interested in a career in public safety, and current college students in their junior or senior year.

Savute and Mishka

• Photo Credit: WDFW Enforcement

Our Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Officer Interns,

Performs general labor:

• Clean various equipment, vehicles, and products.

• Take inventory of and tracking the use of supplies.

• Stock vehicles for patrol.

• Assist Fish & Wildlife Police Officers with compliance checks.

• Assist with files and documentation.

• Set up and take down equipment.

• Prepare a variety of equipment for patrols and ensure equipment is stored in a clean, serviceable, and ready-for-patrol condition.

• Attend agency meetings and training sessions.

Assists with miscellaneous projects:

• Learn the Fish & Wildlife Enforcement Regulation Manual.

• Learn about the WDFW organization and structure.

• Gain exposure to inter-jurisdictional police activities.

• Gain an understanding of the Enforcement Police role within the WDFW organization and how it intersects with other WDFW programs.

• Gain basic understanding of Fish & Wildlife species the WDFW conserves and protects.

• Assist other WDFW programs with field or office work.

• Assist with maintenance of WDFW property or operations, including manual labor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Setting, including hazards:

• Some work occurs in an outdoor environment and may include inclement weather conditions.

• Schedule:

• Full-time (40 hours per week); expected to work same schedule as the direct supervisor. However, there are times the schedule will vary, depending on available work.

• Travel Requirements:

• May travel statewide when necessary.

• Tools and Equipment:

• Standard office furniture and equipment (e.g., desks, files, cabinets, computers, telephones, fax machines, copy machines, etc.)

• Customer Interactions:

• Interacts with commissioned and non-commissioned Enforcement Program staff, headquarters and regional staff from other WDFW programs; local, state, tribal and federal law-enforcement entities, and state citizens.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School/GED Graduate.

• Must have completed one year at an academically accredited college or university.

Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.

• Must be willing to undergo a criminal background check.

PREFFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate is a junior or higher pursing a college degree (or recent college graduate).

• Show a willingness to learn and follow directions.

• Willing and able to follow written and oral instructions.

• Show initiative and ask plenty of questions.

• Be dependable.

• Able to travel statewide when necessary.

Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.

In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.govand attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).

• A current resume.

• Three professional references.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:

Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency's mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).

WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:

Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to OfficerRecruitment@dfw.wa.gov.

• Subject line should include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 - Veteran)

• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at OfficerRecruitment@dfw.wa.gov.

• Subject line should include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 - MS)

• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.

As part of WDFW's efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.   Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.   Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.

If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Scott Taylor at OfficerRecruitment@dfw.wa.gov.  Please reference 2024-03776 in the subject line.

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