Fish and Game Wardens

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.

Serve warrants and make arrests.

Provide assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as required.

Promote or provide hunter or trapper safety training.

Participate in search-and-rescue operations.

Arrange for disposition of fish or game illegally taken or possessed.

Seize equipment used in fish and game law violations.

Address schools, civic groups, sporting clubs, or the media to disseminate information concerning wildlife conservation and regulations.

Recommend revisions in hunting and trapping regulations or in animal management programs so that wildlife balances or habitats can be maintained.

Inspect commercial operations relating to fish or wildlife, recreation, or protected areas.

Survey areas and compile figures of bag counts of hunters to determine the effectiveness of control measures.

Collect and report information on populations or conditions of fish and wildlife in their habitats, availability of game food or cover, or suspected pollution.

Design or implement control measures to prevent or counteract damage caused by wildlife or people.

Provide advice or information to park or reserve visitors.

Investigate crop, property, or habitat damage or destruction or instances of water pollution to determine causes and to advise property owners of preventive measures.

Issue licenses, permits, or other documentation.

Document the extent of crop, property, or habitat damage and make financial loss estimates or compensation recommendations.

Supervise the activities of seasonal workers.

Perform facilities maintenance work, such as constructing or repairing structures or controlling weeds or pests.

Participate in firefighting efforts.