LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information, and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness.
EDUCATION CONSULTANT 4This position will help create and manage a program designed to engage the non-hunter and angler population by promoting non-consumptive opportunities (hiking, kayaking, birding, etc.) on LDWF owned and managed properties as well as increasing public exposure and engagement in LDWF’s education, species, and habitat management programs across the state of Louisiana. The successful applicant will be expected to develop and implement a strategic plan that will engage and interact with the community by:
- Promoting available non-consumptive activity information for various department managed properties
- Community education on safe practices for interacting with nature/wildlife
- Community education on safety information regarding kayaking and other aquatic activities
- Outreach programs and events for specific non-consumptive activities
- Promoting and engaging public involvement that highlight existing department programs
- Developing relationships with non-profit conservation groups to promote and enhance program objectives
The successful applicant must have a passion for engaging and teaching others how to interact with Louisiana’s natural resources and an ability to bring new ideas to the table in regards to educational programs. Since this program is statewide, frequent in-state overnight travel will be required.
VACANCY INFORMATIONThis position may be filled as a:
- Probational Appointment
- Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees)
Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected.This position may be domiciled statewide.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT:Cassandra Louis
Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge, LA 70898
clouis@wlf.la.gov
A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants.
Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application, or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application if possible.
If you are applying for a position which requires a baccalaureate and/or master’s degree you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree, however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date.
HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any of the following will qualify:
1. A baccalaureate degree plus five years of professional level experience in teaching or education; or in a public or private sector setting.
2. A master's degree plus four years of professional level experience in teaching or education; or in a public or private sector setting.
3. A master's degree in education plus three years of professional level experience in teaching or education; or in a public or private sector setting.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
A master's degree plus thirty graduate hours will substitute for one year of the required experience.
An Educational Specialist Degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.
A Ph.D. or Ed. D will substitute for two years of the required experience.
NOTES:
Advanced degrees will substitute for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To serve as the sole senior staff assistant to an Education Division Director or to serve as the subject matter authority-witness/program developer and/or researcher in a defined program area.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Program Manager.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Administrative direction from an Education Consultant Supervisor, Education Division Director, or higher-level professional.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Functional supervision over educational programs.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Predominantly located at the Department of Education. Other locations may be approved by SCS.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from the Education Consultant 3 by the presence of serving as the sole senior staff assistant to an Education Division Director or subject matter authority-witness/program developer and/or researcher.
Differs from the Education Consultant Supervisor by the absence of direct line supervision over lower-level Education Consultants and other related staff.
Differs from the Education Deputy Advisor by the absence of serving as the deputy to a cabinet level unclassified executive.
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Approves budgetary reports, records, and activities, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and other regulations, policies, and procedures for budgetary control and authorizes the allocation and expenditure of state, federal, and other funds to eligible recipients for implementation of all programs.
Testifies before state and national legislative committees and state, regional, and national hearings, including the state legislature and State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, as an expert witness providing background information and relevant research findings and the recommendations.
Advises the unclassified division director of specific issues related to division programs and the progress of programs in meeting established goals and objectives and obtains concurrence on policy and procedure approvals or to advise local superintendents of education, other educators, and other persons outside the fields of education on programs, policies, procedures, laws, and regulations and answers questions and assists in the resolution of education problems.
Make recommendations to the division director regarding mandated and discretionary programs and budgetary or personnel matters.
Researches educational issues, federal and state laws, and state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) policies to develop proposed legislation impacting education.
Represents the division director on key departmental committees working on departmental policies, discipline, accountability, technology, as well as inter office matters.
Coordinates state and federal educational program activities of several units within and outside the division on a project basis.
Develops and recommends to the division director programmatic policy directives and procedural guidelines to local educational authorities (LEAs).
Directs the administration or implementation of major elements of the state's reform model, including areas such as curriculum, assessment, or accountability components.
Coordinates the design, development, and piloting of education reform programs and research projects.
Serves as a division-level specialist in specific areas requiring advanced technical expertise or advanced knowledge of education policy development.
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