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Is being a fish and game warden a good fit for you?

Patrols areas to make sure fishing and hunting rules are followed. Looks into wildlife damage to crops and property and collects data about wildlife.

What the work involves

  • Takes part in search and rescue operations.
  • Gathers and presents evidence for court cases.
  • Protects native wildlife, plants and natural environments.
  • Patrols areas by car, boat, plane, horse or on foot to enforce hunting, fishing and boating laws.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousSome. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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