Wildlife and Fisheries Compliance Analyst

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries seeks a Wildlife and Fisheries Compliance Analyst in Baton Rouge, LA. The role involves managing wildlife resources, analyzing data for licensure, and working independently. Candidates should have experience in wildlife programs, financial auditing, or a related field. The position is full-time and may last up to four years, with potential for a permanent appointment.
Overview
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries 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. The Office of Management and Finance exists to be a trusted resource that provides value through exceptional customer service.


Ideal Candidate

Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject‑matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well‑supported conclusions.

Selected Preferred Competencies

Displaying Professionalism: The ability to uphold workplace standards through consistent conduct, responsible communication, and consideration for others.
Working with Financial Information: The ability to interpret financial data, manage financial approvals, and ensure compliance to support informed decisions and promote transparency.

Qualifications
Three years of experience in wildlife and fisheries programs, wildlife conservation enforcement, accounting, financial auditing, information technology, or procurement; OR


Six years of full‑time experience in any field; OR


A bachelor's degree.


Experience substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full‑time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.


Job Duties

Register and title boats and motors, recreational (WMA, fishing & hunting) licenses, commercial licenses, both in‑state and out‑of‑state.
Work independently with minimal oversight using critical thinking skills and independent decision‑making abilities.
Examine and analyze data submitted by and/or on behalf of each applicant for licensure accuracy, authenticity, and completeness of factual information to document determination of eligibility and qualification for boat registrations, inspections, decals, and licensure for lifetime licenses, child support, and unpaid.

Position Specific Details
Appointment Type: Job Appointment (a period that will not exceed four years) may be converted to Probational Appointment should funding become available.



This posting may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA.

Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is advertised to be filled as a WLF Compliance Analyst A, B, or C. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected.


Contact Information
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries


Human Resources


P.O. Box 98000


Baton Rouge, LA 70898


Gertrude L. Triplett


gtriplett@wlf.la.gov


EEO Statement
Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.