Must have attained the rank of AGFC Corporal.

OR

Must have served a minimum of seven (7) years as a certified law enforcement officer at a comparable law enforcement agency as determined by AGFC Policy.

OR

Must have an equivalent combination of related education and experience as determined by AGFC Policy.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF.

NONE

• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
• Knowledge of AGFC regulations governing enforcement activities
• Knowledge of Arkansas criminal code, criminal procedure, search and seizure, rules of arrest, Arkansas boating statutes, and Arkansas BUI statutes
• Knowledge of law enforcement methods and techniques
• Knowledge of field enforcement training methods and techniques
• Ability to schedule and plan work to investigate and resolve violations of AGFC regulations within assigned county
• Ability to assign, organize, and direct subordinate officers enforcement activities and special operations in assigned area
• Ability to patrol on a statewide basis enforcing AGFC regulations, state statutes, and conducting investigations as needed
• Ability to initiate and resolve investigations of violations
• Ability to handle firearms and exercise self-defense
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Skilled in First Responder/Rescue techniques and CPR

NONE

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Sergeant is responsible for agency supervisory and administrative duties, patrolling assigned area, and enforcing agency regulations. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

• Monitors the performance of subordinate officers for evaluation purposes, recruits potential AGFC Game Warden applicants, and ensures subordinate ranking officers adhere to all Commission and Division policies and procedures. Determines continued employment of officers in training through recommendation
• Ensures consistent enforcement of Commission regulations by subordinate field personnel, and conducts investigations, interrogations, and interviews on complex cases within assigned area
• Conducts field training for probationary status officers, assesses their performance, and completes required field performance evaluations regarding employment status
• Coordinates, plans and directs district enforcement saturations, submitting required Enforcement Field Operations Report
• Provides direct assistance to their district Lieutenant/Captain in the following areas: completing subordinates performance evaluations, monitoring and maintaining equipment inspections, performing investigations based on citizen complaints, participating in district employee disciplinary actions, processing all workers compensation claims, and FMLA forms, recognizing and commending outstanding performance by subordinates, and providing direction or guidance to Officers as the situation demands
• Instructs various classes at the Enforcement Divisions Training Center, as a certified law enforcement instructor (as recognized by the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards)
• Prepares and presents public service announcements for the media pertaining to agency policies, regulations, safety, and wildlife management
• Participates in committees that review agency regulations, guides, and brochures
• Proposes new regulations and/or amendments to existing regulations, and assists other agencies and divisions in collecting statistical information and research
• Maintains regular contact and establishes a working relationship with city, county, and state law enforcement agencies, media personnel, school officials, and the general public
• Performs other duties as assigned

NONE

Must successfully complete AGFC Enforcement Division in-service classes and firearms training as required.

Must possess a valid Arkansas drivers license.

Occasional overtime and being subject to service for call twenty-four (24) hours a day on duty days is required. Frequent exposure to danger exists in the performance of job duties.  Frequent in-state travel is required. Work in inclement weather is also required.

Applicant must reside in open county within the B-3 Enforcement District.

Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the state application but will not be substituted for any part of the application.

Applicants being considered for hire must pass a substance abuse screening before beginning work or receiving an offer of employment.  Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.