NDOW seeks to hire 7 new game wardens for mostly rural duty stations
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/10/2014 - 11:57am
The Nevada Department of Wildlife has seven openings for entry level game wardens, most of which are in rural Nevada duty stations. This is the largest recruitment of game wardens in NDOW’s history.
“The agency has experienced several retirements and some turnover in the last few years,” said Tyler Turnipseed, Chief Game Warden at NDOW.
Nevada has 31 field game wardens when fully staffed. Turnipseed took the job of chief just a few weeks ago, vacating his own, longtime Winnemucca post which he hopes to fill with this recruitment. To become a game warden, a candidate must have a four-year degree in biology, criminal justice or a related filed. In addition to the education requirements, game wardens must have a clean criminal history, pass a physical fitness test and be interested in enforcing Nevada’s fish, game and boating laws.
The recruitment seeks applicants for entry level candidates at the Game Warden 1 level. Applicants with experience may qualify for Game Warden 2 or Game Warden 3 at higher pay grade. Candidates with previous law enforcement experience can substitute experience for the education requirement in some cases.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully read the requirements and apply for the level that best fits their education and experience. Successful candidates will be required to complete the police academy in either Carson City or Las Vegas and will be paid during training.
“More than anything, NDOW needs people who care about hunting, fishing and boating,” said Turnipseed. “We are looking for men and women with a passion for the outdoors and who can work autonomously in Nevada’s most remote areas.”
NDOW will keep the application period open until at least September 19, and perhaps longer depending on interest. Candidates should apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered in this recruitment. There are many benefits to state employment, including paid holidays, sick leave, vacation time and health and pension benefits. Go here to learn more and apply.
Applicants with questions regarding this recruitment can contact NDOW recruiter Kristin Bowling at 775-688-1522 or via email at klbowling@ndow.org.
Game wardens patrol more than 110,567 square miles of Nevada, responding to boat accidents, search and rescue operations, investigating wildlife crimes of all kinds and general public safety as needed. Game wardens in remote areas patrol areas up to 10,000 square miles.
The Nevada Department of Wildlife protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, and promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. Find us on Facebook, Twitter or visit us at www.ndow.org.
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