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Thats right boys and girls, the MDNR is finally hiring once again for CO's



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REQUIRES AN EXAMINATION (http://web1mdcs.state.mi.us/vacancyweb/exam_alert.asp)
Click on the above to view application

Date Posted: 4/8/2008

Deadline for Response: 9/30/2008

Job Title: CONSERVATION OFFICER (RECRUIT) 10 (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/ConservationOfficer_12458_7.pdf)
Click on the above Job Title to view the Job Specification.

Law Enforcement Occupations (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/ConservationOfficer_12458_7.pdf)

State Agency: Natural Resources

Job Posting #: DNR-CONSERVATION OFFICER

Position Is Open To: Applicants Who Have Taken The Examination

City: Statewide

County: STATEWIDE

Type of Employment: Full-time

Pay: $14.37 - $26.57 /hr

Union: Michigan State Employees Association

Brief Job Description: The Recruit 10 level officer learns and develops the knowledge and abilities required to function as a Conservation Officer-See Attached Essential Job Functions.


Other Job Information: Complete attached Job Fit Questionnaire.


Click here for Position Description (http://web1mdcs.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/DNR_RECRUIT_PD_04012008.pdf)

Click here for Job Fit Questionnaire and CO Location Pref Sheet
(http://web1mdcs.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/DNR_CO_JOBFIT_QUESTIONNAIRE_CO_PREF_SHEET_04012008 .doc)

Click here for the Essential Job Functions (http://web1mdcs.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/DNR_CO_ESSENTIAL_JOB_FUNCTIONS_04012008.pdf)

Minimum Education Required: Possession of a high school diploma or a GED Certificate.

Minimum Experience Required: No specific amount of experience is required at the entry level.

Other Job Requirements: Civil Service Rule 2-7 requires that all newly hired state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment.

All Recruit applicants must:

* Be a United States citizen.
* Be at least 21 years of age.
* Become a resident of the State of Michigan by completion of the Field Training Officer process.
* Possess a valid Michigan driver's license.
* 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.
* Submit to and pass pre-employment drug test prior to actual appointment (Civil Service Rule 2-7).

* Be MCOLES certified or certifiable.


How To Apply:

ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT:

All required forms must be submitted together at the time of application for further consideration.

* Cover letter.
Indicate Job Posting #DNR-CONSERVATION OFFICER on cover letter.
* DNR Employment Application.
Click here for DNR Employment Application (pdf format)
Click here for DNR Employment Application (MSWord format)
* Conservation Officer Recruit Location Preference Sheet. (Click on Job Fit Questionnaire and CO Location Preference Sheet link above to obtain and print.)
* Copy of current passing Civil Service Examination #2002 results.
You must have taken, passed and be active on the Civil Service Examination #2002 in order to be considered for this position.
* Provide a copy of your MCOLES physical fitness test results.
To view the physical fitness requirements, visit www.mcoles.org.
Indicate Job Posting #DNR-CONSERVATION OFFICERon MCOLES test results.
* Attach any transcripts obtained through higher education.
* Resume.
Veterans: If you are a veteran, surviving spouse of a veteran who has been discharged within the last five years, or spouse of a disabled veteran, please indicate this information at the top of your resume. Click here to obtain more information regarding Veteran's Preference.
* Send all Application materials to:

Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources
Posting #DNR-CONSERVATION OFFICER
P.O. Box 30028
Lansing, MI 48909

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the department for further consideration.

FAXED APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

http://web1mdcs.state.mi.us/vacancyweb/VacancyInq2.asp

Man, if it wasn't for the drop in pay I'd LOVE to be a warden... My dad left MSP to be a Conservation Warden and he loved it.

You should :p


You get to fish and play cop! :p

1st post here hello fella's and gals... and supporting member :) I'm going for this CO job in Mich I took the MCOLES test at the Detroit Police Academy passed.Spoke with Lansing monday of this week and I am applicant #120 and will be taking the Civil Test this August 3rd or 4th week so I am guessing. I have hunted and fished my whole life in Michigan so why not protect and preserve what I love doing and will have my kids following in my foot steps. with that said is there anything I can do to prep myself for the Michigan Department of Civil Service Entry Level Law Enforcement exam #2002/...thanks in advance



Elbo

:eek:I guess DNR means something different than what I thought at first look :eek::eek::eek:

You should go for it!!! It is extremely difficult to get on as a Fish and Game Officer (our equivalent), and they go to the same academy as all other law enforcement officers here. Many people would be very jealous of you, give it a shot!

Just know your stuff. Its very difficult, but a very rewarding position. Not many people do it, and thats what makes it better I believe. Just gotta put up with the states BS and you'll be alright ;)

Thanks for the support guys I will keep ya posted as I hear something.

My dad was a Conservation Officer for years, he left MSP and went DNR and loved it! Good luck, I hope you get it.

UPDATE:
Made a few calls and I will going for a ride along next thursday or friday.Cant get better first hand exp then this!!..Ok this may be a dumb question what should I wear? :confused:

You can go on a ride-a-long with DNR?!?!?!

Can you PM me for who you contact for that?


Wear something nice. A polo shirt, button up shirt, nice pair of dark khakis or something. If you're riding at night, don't wear anything too brightly color. Thats just from my background...

I just checked out the website and it says that there are no vacancies at this time. Is this job posting already filled?

Look at my first link on my sig

Michigan Department of Natural Resources
JOB TITLE: Conservation Officer
OPENING DATE: 4/8/08
CLOSING DATE: 9/30/08
CONTACT PERSON: Sally Thomas
TELEPHONE: 517-335-3212
E-MAIL: sthomas@michigan.gov
WEB SITE: http://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/0,1607,7-147-6876_8030_50859-57453--,00.html
COMMENTS: 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.

Gotcha... Thanks.