Fish And Game Warden

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Work Tasks

• Protect fish, birds, and animals from people who hunt them illegally
• Watch people who are hunting and fishing to make sure they follow the law
• Give warnings and tickets to people who commit minor violations, and arrest those who commit major ones
• Collect information about animals and their habitats and suggest hunting and fishing seasons and laws
• Work outside for federal, state, and local government agencies
• Work with office reports, tickets, computers, patrol boats, off-road vehicles, scuba diving equipment, firearms, and forensic equipment

Salary, Size & Growth

• $54,000 average per year ($26.00 per hour)
• A small occupation (22,300 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (0.9% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A 4-year degree in Wildlife/Fisheries Management, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement, or related experience
• Skills/Courses: On-the-job training in law enforcement and firearms
• Certification/Licensing: A law enforcement certificate may be required.