Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. Compile biological data.

Other names for Fish and Game Wardens: Conservation Officer, District Wildlife Manager, Fishing Game Warden, Game and Fish Protector, Game Protector, Game Warden, Mammal Control Agent, Natural Resource Officer, Park Guard, Park Warden, State Conservation Officer, State Game Protector, State Game Warden, Warden, Wildlife Control Agent, Wildlife Manager, Wildlife Officer, Wildlife Protector, Woods Warden,

• Patrol assigned areas by car, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot, to enforce game, fish, or boating laws and to manage wildlife programs, lakes, or land.
• Investigate hunting accidents and reports of fish and game law violations, and issue warnings or citations and file reports as necessary.
• Serve warrants, make arrests, and compile and present evidence for court actions.
• Protect and preserve native wildlife, plants, and ecosystems.
• Promote and provide hunter and trapper safety training.
• Seize equipment used in fish and game law violations, and arrange for disposition of fish or game illegally taken or possessed.
• Provide assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as required.
• Address schools, civic groups, sporting clubs, and the media to disseminate information concerning wildlife conservation and regulations.
• Recommend revisions or changes in hunting and trapping regulations or seasons and in animal management programs so that wildlife balances and habitats can be maintained.
• Inspect commercial operations relating to fish and wildlife, recreation, and protected areas.
• Collect and report information on populations and conditions of fish and wildlife in their habitats, availability of game food and cover, and suspected pollution.
• Survey areas and compile figures of bag counts of hunters in order to determine the effectiveness of control measures.
• Participate in search-and-rescue operations and in firefighting efforts.
• Investigate crop, property, or habitat damage or destruction, or instances of water pollution, in order to determine causes and to advise property owners of preventive measures.
• Design and implement control measures to prevent or counteract damage caused by wildlife or people.
• Document and detail the extent of crop, property, or habitat damage, and make financial loss estimates and compensation recommendations.
• Supervise the activities of seasonal workers.
• Issue licenses, permits, and other documentation.
• Provide advice and information to park and reserve visitors.
• Perform facilities maintenance work such as constructing or repairing structures, and controlling weeds and pests.