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Job Description


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

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


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Police work can be dangerous and stressful. Education requirements range from a high school diploma to a college degree or higher. Job opportunities in most local police departments will be favorable for qualified individuals, while competition is expected for jobs in State and Federal agencies. Bilingual applicants with college training in police science or with military police experience will have the best opportunities.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Fish and Game Wardens
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	6,360
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	820

Career Video

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Fish and Game Wardens
Average Annual Salary	$55,670
Average Hourly Wage	$26.77
Total Employment	7,180

Related Majors & Degrees

Natural Resources Management and Policy
	Natural Resource Economics
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
	Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
	Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management

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