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Game Warden 2026-01292

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$4.70K - $5.22K/mo

Game & Fish Division Division: Wildlife Opening Date: 05/14/2026 Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Exempt Job Classification: FWGW08 Description and Functions GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The ...

State of South Dakota

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State of Wyoming

Game Warden 2026-01292

Cheyenne, WY

$4.70K - $5.22K/mo

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking multiple entry-level Game Wardens to join our team and help conserve Wyoming's wildlife resources while serving the public across the state. This ...

State of South Dakota

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$18.80 - $23.49/hr

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To thrive as a Game and Fish Officer, you need strong knowledge of wildlife management, law enforcement techniques, and environmental regulations, usually supported by a degree in natural resources or criminal justice. Familiarity with GIS mapping software, radio communications, and field data collection tools is typically required, along with related certifications like peace officer training. Excellent observation, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills are crucial for interacting with the public and responding to incidents in diverse outdoor environments. These skills ensure effective enforcement of conservation laws, promote public safety, and help protect wildlife resources.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Game and Fish roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working in Game and Fish roles often face challenges such as balancing conservation efforts with public interests, managing wildlife populations, and responding to environmental changes. They may also encounter seasonal fieldwork in remote or rugged areas and must be prepared for variable weather and physical demands. Effective communication with the public and collaboration with other agencies are key to addressing these challenges, as is staying updated on regulations and best practices in wildlife management.

What are Game and Fish officers?

Game and Fish officers, also known as wildlife officers or conservation officers, are law enforcement professionals who enforce laws related to wildlife, natural resources, hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. They work to protect wildlife populations, prevent poaching, ensure compliance with hunting and fishing regulations, and promote conservation efforts. Their duties often include patrolling natural areas, conducting investigations, educating the public, and assisting in wildlife management programs.

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CertificationsWildlife management, law enforcement, or related licensesWildlife law enforcement, conservation, and environmental certifications
Work EnvironmentWildlife areas, parks, and government agenciesField patrols, wildlife reserves, and enforcement agencies
Employer & IndustryState or federal wildlife agenciesState or federal conservation and law enforcement agencies

Both roles involve wildlife management and law enforcement, often working within government agencies. While 'Game And Fish' is a broad term for agencies or departments, a 'Conservation Officer' is a specific job title within these agencies focused on enforcing laws and protecting wildlife. The certifications and work environments overlap significantly, making them closely related but distinct in scope and responsibilities.

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Game Warden 2026-01292

Game Warden 2026-01292

State of Wyoming

Cheyenne, WY • On-site

$4.70K - $5.22K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

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Job description

Salary: $4,701.84 - $5,224.28 Monthly
Location : Statewide, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01292
Department: Game & Fish Division
Division: Wildlife
Opening Date: 05/14/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: FWGW08
Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking multiple entry-level Game Wardens to join our team and help conserve Wyoming's wildlife resources while serving the public across the state. This position performs and assists with a variety of essential duties, including law enforcement with an emphasis on watercraft safety and compliance, wildlife management data collection to support management decisions, and wildlife conflict and damage response involving injured or nuisance wildlife.
Game Wardens work closely with a wide range of external constituents and internal Department staff, building strong relationships through public outreach, education, and daily field interactions. This position also participates in ongoing training and completes other duties as assigned in support of the Department's mission to protect and manage Wyoming's wildlife and natural resources.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
  • Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
  • Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
  • Wildlife Management: Collect/summarize wildlife data from both ground and air, to determine distribution, abundance, recruitment, hunter harvest, and mortality causes of wildlife. Work with senior wildlife biologists and senior game wardens on hunting season strategies and recommendations. Assist with trapping/collecting/sampling wildlife for research projects and disease surveillance. Assist with the trapping and transplanting of wildlife.
  • Carries out a variety of tasks in the habitat development and propagation of wildlife.
  • Participates in research projects and wildlife population surveys.
  • Wildlife Damage, Conflicts, and Injured/Nuisance Wildlife: Assist senior game wardens and senior wildlife biologists with wildlife damage issues, including investigations, data collection, and delivering damage materials to mitigate conflict. Respond to and appropriately handle injured and nuisance wildlife calls that may require the
    euthanization of wildlife. Use chemical and mechanical immobilization equipment and techniques when necessary and appropriate. Use firearms to euthanize wildlife
  • Law Enforcement/Watercraft Safety: Work independently or with other officers to enforce/check compliance with hunting, fishing, trapping, and watercraft statutes and regulations, as well as littering and state land camping, open fires, and off/closed road travel restrictions. Write enforcement reports, attend court, work with other
    enforcement agencies, conduct investigations, and collect intelligence. Conduct courtesy watercraft safety and registration inspections, along with HIN, VIN, and AIS inspections. Carry and maintain law enforcement weapons and gear.
  • Patrol assigned areas to check for violations of game, fish, and watercraft laws.
  • Training: Participate in law enforcement (including firearms and intermediate weapons), wildlife management, wildlife conflict resolution/damage, injured wildlife, immobilization of wildlife, equipment (motorized and nonmotorized), dealing with the public, and other training as assigned or deemed necessary. Required to attend and successfully complete/pass the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy Peace Officer Basic.
  • Public and Agency Contacts and Communication: On a daily basis, develops and maintains effective working relationships and communicates/coordinates with Wyoming Game and Fish Department employees. Makes regular public contacts, both in the field and office setting, with landowners, sportsmen, boaters, public-at-large, conservation groups, government agencies, and non-government organizations. Provide information and education on various wildlife topics and boating safety, as well as a wide variety of other Department issues. Develop and present structured education and information programs related to watercraft safety and hunter education.
  • Assists in providing information on wildlife education, law enforcement, and management. Gathers and compiles data into statistical information to meet the requirements of periodic or other reports.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
**Agency requires that candidates have a Bachelor's degree in wildlife management, range management, biology, zoology, ichthyology, or other closely related fields. Other bachelor's degrees may be considered with at least 20 hours of wildlife-related coursework as evidenced on required transcripts.
**Agency requires that candidates possess a valid driver's license.
**Willing and able to undergo a background check, which will include fingerprinting.
**Wyoming State Law requires competitive testing for wildlife law enforcement positions. See website information at https://wgfd.wyo.gov/careers
**You will be required to pass a mandatory physical fitness assessment. Minimum standards are available at
**You will be required to pass a written exam.
KNOWLEDGE:
  • Knowledge of basic concepts, principles, and practices of wildlife management.
  • Knowledge of animal biological processes.
  • Knowledge of Wyoming game and fish statutes and regulations, and of the enforcement of game and fish laws and regulations.
  • Knowledge of wildlife and fish species identification and life history.
  • Knowledge of wildlife population ecology.
  • Knowledge of methods, techniques, and regulations pertinent to the investigation, court procedures, and prosecution of violators in wildlife, hunting/fishing/trapping, and watercraft-related criminal cases.
  • Knowledge of watercraft safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Biology)Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Biology)
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
POST certification required within one year of the date of appointmentOREducation & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Biology)Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
POST certification required within one year of the date of appointment
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Work in various weather conditions and environments.
  • Must be able to work all days of the week and varied work hours, including weekends and early mornings, evenings/late nights.
  • Ability to safely operate motorized equipment, including 4x4 pickup trucks, boats/personal watercraft, ATVs, and snow machines.
  • Ability to safely and appropriately handle live wildlife in a variety of sensitive and hazardous conditions.
  • Ability to collect data as an observer in a small aircraft (fixed wing and helicopter).
  • Ability to utilize and handle firearms (enforcement and hunting) and pass the Department firearms qualification requirements and testing.
  • Ability to perform and pass Department custody/control and intermediate weapons requirements and use of force testing.
  • The position is on call to respond to job requirements.
  • The position requires lifting of heavy objects and strenuous physical exertion at times.
  • You will be required to pass a mandatory physical fitness assessment. Minimum standards are available at

NOTES:
  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Wyoming State Law requires competitive testing for wildlife law enforcement positions.
  • Must submit transcripts WITH THE APPLICATION containing at least 20 hours of wildlife-related coursework (see preferences). Additional details are available at: https://wgfd.wyo.gov/careers
  • Candidates who are invited to the final in-person interview/testing week (August 10-14, 2026) will be required to pass a mandatory physical fitness assessment on the first day of in-person interviews in order to proceed, so be prepared. Please review the minimum standards at https://www.wleacademy.com/fitness-standards.
  • See additional details regarding the game warden recruitment process at https://wgfd.wyo.gov/careers
  • Successful applicants must pass a comprehensive background check and complete the fingerprinting process, polygraph, psychological assessment, written exam and job suitability profile prior to appointment.
  • POST certification is required within the first year of employment.
  • Additional Information and Contacts:
    • See process details at https://wgfd.wyo.gov/careers (Game Warden Recruitment Process)
    • Email: wgf.wildliferecruiting@wyo.gov
    • Phone: Wildlife Administration 307-777-4684

Supplemental Information
040-Game & Fish Commission-Wildlife Division
Click to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
Click to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
URL:
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
  • Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
  • Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
  • Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
  • Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
  • Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
  • Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.
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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
  • Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
  • Associate's Degree
  • Associate's Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
  • Master's Degree
  • Master's Degree and additional coursework
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
  • None of the Above

02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
  • 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
  • 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
  • 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
  • 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
  • N/A

03
(FWGW08) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?
  • No relevant experience.
  • Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
  • One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
  • Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in wildlife management, range management, biology, zoology, ichthyology, or other closely related fields?
  • Yes
  • No

06
(FWGW08) Do you have the ability to achieve POST certification within one year of the date of appointment?
  • Yes
  • No

07
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

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State of Wyoming is not a company, but the government administration of the U.S. state named Wyoming, with headquarters in the capital city, Cheyenne. Its website, wyo.gov, serves as the official online portal for the state government, providing a diverse range of services focused on improving the lives of its residents. The government's mission encompasses various sectors including education, healthcare, transport, justice, and financial services.

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