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Below Average
Fish & Game Wardens
O*NET 33-3031.00
Median Salary
$68,180
$35,670 – $94,470/yr
What They Do
Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. Compile biological data.
Typical Tasks
- Patrol assigned areas by car, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot to enforce game, fish, or boating laws or to manage wildlife programs, lakes, or land.
- Compile and present evidence for court actions.
- Investigate hunting accidents or reports of fish or game law violations.
- Protect and preserve native wildlife, plants, or ecosystems.
- Issue warnings or citations and file reports as necessary.
Key Skills
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Judgment and Decision Making
Work Activities
- Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
- Communicating with People Outside the Organization
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Getting Information
Job Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
Education Usually Needed
- bachelor's degree
- high school diploma/GED
Also Known As
Fisheries Enforcement Officer
Game Warden
Natural Resource Officer
State Game Warden
State Wildlife Officer
Wildlife Conservation Officer
Wildlife Officer
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