Fish & Game Warden Information
Fish and game wardens are seen in national parks educating the public and enforcing laws that protect fish and wildlife. In the course of their jobs, wardens use a variety of transportation methods to monitor park territories; automobiles, horses, boats and planes.
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School
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A high school diploma or GED is necessary. Rarely, extensive job experience will replace the required associate’s degree, unless you are seeking work through the government. Education programs are available through technical colleges, community colleges and universities.
Employers
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Employers look for applicants with strong morals for upholding the law and are able to pass background checks and physical examinations.
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Training
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Prospective applicants need to be physically fit and have interpersonal skills such as listening and communicating. Most on-the-job training will take three to 12 months and specialty training may take longer.
Duties
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Fish and game wardens have numerous duties including rescuing wildlife, monitoring wildlife and checking that the people hunting and fishing have the correct documentation. Occasionally, they will arrest offenders.
Advancement
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Warden positions have a system based on rankings. They start as cadets, become lieutenants and finally captains. Position rankings and the state you work in has bearing on your wage.
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- Photo Credit Yosemite National Park image by peejay from Fotolia.com
