Agriculture/Forestry Enforcement Officer 1 - 3
Salary : $3,122.00 - $6,316.00 Monthly
Location : Hammond, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: FOR-157314-10.06.26-JDG
Department: DAF-Agriculture and Forestry
Opening Date: 10/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/5/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
This position is located within the Office of Forestry in Tangipahoa Parish.
The Office of Forestry's primary responsibilities include suppressing timberland wildfires; promoting sound forest management practices, disseminating information; facilitating educational programs; producing reforestation seedlings; enforcing timber-related laws; investigating timber theft; and assisting community urban forestry programs.
Selected Core Competencies:
Why Join Us?
LDAF cares about the well-being of its employees! We offer a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing valuable support and resources to help you and your household members thrive at work and at home. The EAP is also free for all members of your household.
If you're ready to step up, stand out, and help safeguard our forests, apply today and start your next adventure!Get excited about this wonderful opportunity. Watch this video to see what employees in the Forestry division have to share:
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer commissioned with the power of arrest; OR
A bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, veterinary science, forestry, or in a biological science or a criminal justice field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
A drug screen and background check will be administered prior to employment.
Successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification within 6 months of employment.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Environmental Factors
Functional Requirements :
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Agriculture/Forestry Officer 1, 2, or 3.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Jennifer Ginn
Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
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To ensure compliance with the LDAF Nepotism Policy, do you have any immediate family members or relatives who are currently employed with the LDAF? Immediate family member is defined as children (blood, step, adopted), spouse, brother, sister, father, mother, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, mother-in-law and father-in-law. Relative includes immediate family members previously defined and also includes grandfather, grandmother, grandson, granddaughter, uncle, aunt, niece and nephew.
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If you answered "yes" to the above question, please list the name of your immediate family member and/or relatives currently employed by the LDAF. If you answered "no" to the above question, enter N/A.
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Are you currently a classified employee of Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry serving with permanent status?
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Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license? If yes, please indicate the license class.
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The incumbent of this position may drive a state-owned vehicle during working hours. Office of Risk Management prohibits drivers with three or more moving violations in a one-year period from operating a state-owned vehicle. Based on this information, will you be able to operate a state-owned vehicle?
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Do you possess a High School diploma or GED equivalency?
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Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?
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If "YES," give the law enforcement authority (city, police, sheriff, FBI, etc.), the offense, place, and disposition of case.
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AC: Adapting to Change - How well do you stay flexible and adjust your behavior or work when things change?
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AC: Adapting to Change - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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ADi: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust when given feedback?
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ADi: Accepting Direction - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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AEI: Acting with Ethics and Integrity - How well do you make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity, and honesty-even when it's difficult or inconvenient?
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AEI: Acting with Ethics and Integrity - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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Location : Hammond, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: FOR-157314-10.06.26-JDG
Department: DAF-Agriculture and Forestry
Opening Date: 10/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/5/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
This position is located within the Office of Forestry in Tangipahoa Parish.
The Office of Forestry's primary responsibilities include suppressing timberland wildfires; promoting sound forest management practices, disseminating information; facilitating educational programs; producing reforestation seedlings; enforcing timber-related laws; investigating timber theft; and assisting community urban forestry programs.
Selected Core Competencies:
- Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
- Learning Actively: The ability to pursue learning, seek feedback, and integrate new knowledge to improve personal and professional performance.
- Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
Why Join Us?
- Work in breathtaking natural settings
- Enjoy competitive pay and great benefits
- Make a real impact on the environment
- Be part of a passionate, supportive team
LDAF cares about the well-being of its employees! We offer a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing valuable support and resources to help you and your household members thrive at work and at home. The EAP is also free for all members of your household.
If you're ready to step up, stand out, and help safeguard our forests, apply today and start your next adventure!Get excited about this wonderful opportunity. Watch this video to see what employees in the Forestry division have to share:
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of law enforcement experience as a POST certified peace officer commissioned with the power of arrest; OR
A bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, veterinary science, forestry, or in a biological science or a criminal justice field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
A drug screen and background check will be administered prior to employment.
Successful completion of a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification within 6 months of employment.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Performs advanced inspectional and commissioned law enforcement duties for the Office of Forestry, Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF), under general supervision of higher-level Ag/Forestry Enforcement Supervisors, Managers, or Directors.
- Conducts complex criminal, administrative, and regulatory investigations involving forestry and agriculture, including wildfire arson, timber theft, and heavy equipment theft and vandalism; performs patrols, surveillance, and intelligence gathering related to suspected criminal activity.
- Develops, coordinates, and participates in statewide special investigations and operations, as well as joint investigations with state police, sheriff's offices, municipal police departments, district attorneys' offices, and other law enforcement agencies.
- Interviews suspects and witnesses; obtains statements; prepares reports, affidavits, search warrants, and arrest documentation; executes search warrants; makes arrests; transports suspects; presents cases and evidence to district attorneys; and consults with district attorneys and judges.
- Provides testimony in court and conducts enforcement activities in accordance with applicable state and federal forestry laws and regulations throughout the assigned region.
- Conducts audits and verifies the movement and receipt of timber and timber by-products; collects, maintains, and analyzes wildfire occurrence data to identify patterns and support targeted investigations and operations.
- Provides training to Office of Forestry personnel on forestry laws and regulations, investigative procedures, evidence collection and preservation, data-gathering methods, and court procedures; disseminates information related to forestry protection and conservation.
- Serves on first-response teams during terrorist threats, national emergencies, and disasters; monitors threats to the forest industry and assesses risks involving timber and lumber establishments.
- Assists with quarantines, roadblocks, traffic control, emergency response activities, patrols, and calls involving accidents or health-related incidents in coordination with other government and law enforcement agencies; maintains required firearms, POST, and CPR certifications.
- Develops and participates in public and media relations activities, including articles, public service announcements, public information programs, and public speaking; presents forest fire prevention and education programs.
- Assists with the development and implementation of specialized regional and statewide programs and operations and works with local fire departments on joint fire prevention initiatives.
- Serves as a liaison between the Office of Forestry and rural fire departments in administering state and federal programs.
Environmental Factors
- Working indoors and outdoors
- Occasional excessive heat and humidity
- May be required to wear appropriate safety protection
- Slippery and uneven walking surfaces
- Working around routine neighborhood residential hazards
- Occasional working in moderately cold temperatures for short periods of time
- Excessive smoke, heat, humidity, cold, wet, and extreme dry conditions
Functional Requirements :
- Sit over long periods of time at work station or in ave circle for travel
- Drive a vehicle to perform audits and investigations
- Sit over long period of time while on wildfire patrols and investigations
- Reaching above shoulders and carrying specialized equipment needed to perform duties.
- Requires considerable walking over irregular ground and standing for long periods of time.
- Occasional demands maybe required for moderately strenuous activities in emergencies over long periods of time.
- Walking and standing (8 Hours)
- Climbing stories and occasionally ladders.
- Light to moderate lifting, 20 lbs with occasional lifting of up to 40lbs.
- Occasional bending or kneeling
- Lifting items such as a briefcase, computer, scanner, luggage or other items used to travel and perform field work and audits.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Agriculture/Forestry Officer 1, 2, or 3.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Jennifer Ginn
Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at
Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others
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To ensure compliance with the LDAF Nepotism Policy, do you have any immediate family members or relatives who are currently employed with the LDAF? Immediate family member is defined as children (blood, step, adopted), spouse, brother, sister, father, mother, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, mother-in-law and father-in-law. Relative includes immediate family members previously defined and also includes grandfather, grandmother, grandson, granddaughter, uncle, aunt, niece and nephew.
- Yes
- No
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If you answered "yes" to the above question, please list the name of your immediate family member and/or relatives currently employed by the LDAF. If you answered "no" to the above question, enter N/A.
03
Are you currently a classified employee of Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry serving with permanent status?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license? If yes, please indicate the license class.
05
The incumbent of this position may drive a state-owned vehicle during working hours. Office of Risk Management prohibits drivers with three or more moving violations in a one-year period from operating a state-owned vehicle. Based on this information, will you be able to operate a state-owned vehicle?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you possess a High School diploma or GED equivalency?
- Yes
- No
07
Have you ever been on probation or sentenced to jail/prison as a result of a felony conviction or guilty plea to a felony charge?
- Yes
- No
08
If "YES," give the law enforcement authority (city, police, sheriff, FBI, etc.), the offense, place, and disposition of case.
09
AC: Adapting to Change - How well do you stay flexible and adjust your behavior or work when things change?
- I resist change, struggle to adjust, and my performance suffers.
- I accept change with help and adjust slowly.
- I adjust quickly and stay effective during change.
- I lead through change and help others stay grounded and flexible.
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AC: Adapting to Change - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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ADi: Accepting Direction - How well do you accept guidance, follow instructions, and adjust when given feedback?
- I resist direction, ignore feedback, and need reminders to complete tasks
- I follow direction with reminders and often need clarification or support.
- I follow direction reliably, adjust to feedback, and complete tasks on time.
- I adapt quickly, follow through, and help others adjust as needed.
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ADi: Accepting Direction - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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AEI: Acting with Ethics and Integrity - How well do you make choices that reflect ethical standards, integrity, and honesty-even when it's difficult or inconvenient?
- I ignore ethical standards, withhold information, or show bias or poor judgment
- I follow rules, share information, and try to avoid ethical missteps.
- I act with integrity, respect confidentiality, and treat people fairly.
- I promote ethics, model transparency, and help others act with fairness across teams.
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AEI: Acting with Ethics and Integrity - Explain your selection by providing specific examples from your experience.Tip: Use the STAR method (situation, task, action, result) to explain how you have demonstrated this competency. Examples from work, military service, volunteering, education, or other life experiences are all valid.
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