State of Michigan
Conservation Officer 10 (Pre-Certified)
$24.36 - $31.90 Hourly
Multiple Vacancies and Locations Available – See Posting for Details, MI
Permanent Full Time
7501-23-LAW-052
Natural Resources
04/11/2023
5/10/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
MICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)
$24.36 - $31.90 Hourly
Multiple Vacancies and Locations Available – See Posting for Details, MI
Permanent Full Time
7501-23-LAW-052
Natural Resources
04/11/2023
5/10/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
MICHIGAN STATE EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (MSEA)
This is the trainee level officer learning and developing the knowledge and abilities required to function as a conservation officer. Responsibilities include learning how to enforce the laws, rules and orders relating to natural resources, environmental protection and general criminal law. Learn to check licenses, permits and species of fish and wildlife. Learn how to investigate complaints. Learn how to issue citations and make arrests for natural resource and criminal violations. Learn the correct procedure when contacting prosecutors and judges, serving warrants, and appearing and testifying in court. Learn how to complete and submit reports, maintain records and files, and respond to public inquiries. Learn how to operate snowmobiles, boats, ORV’s, and patrol vehicles, while maintaining them in good working condition. Learn to attend meetings, and take part in departmental programs. Learn to ensure the availability of and how to teach all recreation safety classes. Learn when to provide assistance to other law enforcement agencies. Learn to enforce statutes and regulations that relate directly to public safety.Education
Education level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Conservation Officer 10
No specific type or amount is required.
All applicants must:
Be a United States citizen.
Be at least 21 years of age before graduation of the academy.
Become a resident of the State of Michigan by completion of the Probationary Training Program.
Possess a satisfactory driving record.
Possess a clean criminal record absent of any felony convictions.
Submit to a thorough background investigation measuring the applicant's suitability for law enforcement work.
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Click for a copy of the Essential Job FunctionsSPECIAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants will be contacted directly by DNR Law Enforcement personnel and receive additional information about the process if they are selected to advance further in the process.
You must complete and attach the following: You will be screened from the process if you do not attach these documents.
Cover Letter
Resume
Driver's License
DD214 (Military Discharge Papers – Long Form), If Applicable
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, and all other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses will not be considered further.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Job Description
Required Education and Experience
Alternate Education and Experience
Additional Requirements and Information
- Agency
- State of Michigan
- Phone
- 517-284-5014
- Website
- https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careers
- Department
- Natural Resources
- Address
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525 West Allegan
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
- Conservation Officer 10 (Pre-Certified) Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- CNSVOFR - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
- * QUESTION 2
- Are you a United States Citizen?
- * QUESTION 3
- Will you be at least 21 years of age upon hire?
- * QUESTION 4
- You must be a resident of the State of Michigan? Are you willing and able to comply with this requirement?
- * QUESTION 5
- You must have a valid driver's license. Are you willing and able to comply with this requirement?
- * QUESTION 6
- If yes, please list driver's license number, expiration date. If no, please enter N/A:
- * QUESTION 7
- Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor which would prohibit you from receiving, possessing, and carrying a firearm?
- * QUESTION 8
- If yes, describe the date and nature of the conviction. If no, please indicate N/A
- * QUESTION 9
- Are you willing and able to submit to a thorough background investigation designed to measure your suitability for law enforcement work?
- * QUESTION 10
- Have you successfully completed an MCOLES academy (Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards?)
- * QUESTION 11
- Have you served as a MCOLES licensed/certified law enforcement officer in Michigan or in an equivalent capacity in another state?
- * QUESTION 12
- If yes, please list your MCOLES license number? If no, please enter N/A:
- * QUESTION 13
- Have you taken the Recognition of Prior Training and Experience Program and passed the licensing program and pass the licensing examination?
- * QUESTION 14
- How much law enforcement work experience do you have as a Michigan MCOLES certified officer or the equivalent in another state?
- * QUESTION 15
- Describe the law enforcement work experience you have other than as a Michigan MCOLES certified officer or the equivalent in another state?
- * QUESTION 16
- How much military experience do you possess?
- * QUESTION 17
- Do you possess any specialized licenses or certifications?
- * QUESTION 18
- If yes, describe your specialized licenses or certification. If no, please enter N/A:
- * QUESTION 19
- What counties are you interested in? (please check all that apply)
- * QUESTION 20
- Did you complete and attach: (applications who do not include these documents may not be considered further in the hiring process). 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume 3) Driver's License 4) DD214 (Military Discharge Papers – Long Form), If Applicable
- * QUESTION 21
- How did you hear about this job?
- * QUESTION 22
- List in order of priority greatest to least (if more than one county is selected).
* Required Question