Career tech presentation (dnr)
- 1. Conservation Officer(DNR)Tim Tapert4/28/11Career Technology
- 2. Introduction "Law enforcement officers are never 'off duty.' They are dedicated public servants who are sworn to protect public safety at any time and place that the peace is threatened. They need all the help that they can get."- Barbara Boxer
- 3. Nature of workThings they do are as fallowed
- 4. Enforces Hunting and fishing laws.
- 5. Enforces off road vehicle laws
- 6. Educates people with laws.
- 7. Teaches courses including Snowmobile license classes and hunter safety courses.
- 8. Some Forensics/ undercover investigationWorking ConditionsMostly Outdoors
- 9. Shifts vary from season to season.
- 10. Some indoors
- 11. Varied shifts
- 12. Inclement weather.Training, Qualifications, AdvancementCollege degree not required but may enhance employment opportunities.
- 15. Pass medical exam.Job OutlookEmployment rate is at an average rate.
- 16. Its not a competitive job.
- 17. Job openings are anywhere in the state and in other states.
- 18. I would prefer to work in Michigan. More specifically Up north or in Lapeer.EarningsThe Earnings are as fallowed:Probationary Officer: 30-35 thousand a yearConservation officer: 40-60 thousand a yearSergeant or captain: 50-65 thousand a yearChief Conservation Officer: 80-85 thousand a year
- 19. Related OccupationU.S Coast Guard Rescue SwimmerSaves people and boats in distress.
- 20. Educates and enforces marine safety.
- 21. Ice opperationsSummaryI feel that this job will fit me. In this job, I look forward to working with my other officers and being in dangerous situations. Also helping the environment and enforcing hunting and fishing laws. But mostly, working in the outdoors.