# Fish and Game Wardens

> Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. Compile biological data.
- **Entity Type:** role
- **Schema Version:** role.v1
- **Soc Code:** 33-3031.00
- **Summary:** Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. Compile biological data.

## Aliases

- Game Warden
- Natural Resource Officer
- State Game Warden
- Wildlife Officer
- Fisheries Enforcement Officer
- State Wildlife Officer
- Wildlife Conservation Officer
- Community Resource Officer
- Conservation Enforcement Officer
- Conservation Officer
- District Resource Officer
- Environmental Conservation Officer

## Tasks

| Text | Type | Iwa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Patrol assigned areas by car, boat, airplane, horse, or on foot to enforce game, fish, or boating laws or to manage wildlife programs, lakes, or land. | Core | 4.A.1.a.2.g |
| Compile and present evidence for court actions. | Core | 4.A.3.b.6.b |
| Investigate hunting accidents or reports of fish or game law violations. | Core | 4.A.1.a.1.c |
| Protect and preserve native wildlife, plants, or ecosystems. | Core | 4.A.2.b.2.m |
| Issue warnings or citations and file reports as necessary. | Core | 4.A.3.b.6.b |
| Serve warrants and make arrests. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.k |
| Provide assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as required. | Core | 4.A.4.b.1.c |
| Promote or provide hunter or trapper safety training. | Core | 4.A.4.b.3.c |
| Participate in search-and-rescue operations. | Core | 4.A.4.a.5.e |
| Arrange for disposition of fish or game illegally taken or possessed. | Core | 4.A.4.b.4.j |
| Seize equipment used in fish and game law violations. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.k |
| Address schools, civic groups, sporting clubs, or the media to disseminate information concerning wildlife conservation and regulations. | Core | 4.A.4.a.1.b |

## Emerging Tasks

| Text |
| --- |
| Operate drones for surveillance of large areas and tracking of wildlife. |

## Activities

| Name | Iwa |
| --- | --- |
| Prepare investigation or incident reports. | 4.A.3.b.6.b |
| Testify at legal or legislative proceedings. | 4.A.4.a.3.a |
| Investigate illegal or suspicious activities. | 4.A.1.a.1.c |
| Investigate accidents to determine causes. | 4.A.1.a.1.u |
| Issue warnings or citations. | 4.A.4.c.1.d |
| Apprehend criminal suspects. | 4.A.3.a.1.k |
| Serve court ordered documents. | 4.A.4.c.1.b |
| Rescue people from hazardous situations. | 4.A.4.a.5.e |
| Arrange delivery of goods or services. | 4.A.4.b.4.j |
| Confiscate prohibited or dangerous items. | 4.A.3.a.1.k |
| Perform forest firefighting activities. | 4.A.3.a.1.b |
| Patrol natural areas to ensure safety or enforce regulations. | 4.A.1.a.2.g |
| Protect wildlife or natural areas. | 4.A.2.b.2.m |
| Provide safety training. | 4.A.4.b.3.c |
| Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents. | 4.A.4.b.1.c |
| Inform the public about policies, services or procedures. | 4.A.4.a.1.b |
| Inspect operational processes. | 4.A.1.a.2.b |
| Record information about environmental conditions. | 4.A.3.b.6.d |
| Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence. | 4.A.1.a.1.o |
| Supervise employees. | 4.A.4.b.4.a |
| Issue permits or other legal documents. | 4.A.4.c.1.d |
| Maintain facilities. | 4.A.3.b.4.a |

## Capabilities

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Law and Government | knowledge | 4.6 |
| Public Safety and Security | knowledge | 4.49 |
| Biology | knowledge | 4.14 |
| English Language | knowledge | 4.14 |
| Oral Comprehension | ability | 4.12 |
| Oral Expression | ability | 4.12 |
| Inductive Reasoning | ability | 4.12 |
| Customer and Personal Service | knowledge | 4.11 |
| Problem Sensitivity | ability | 4 |
| Active Listening | essential_skill | 3.88 |
| Critical Thinking | essential_skill | 3.88 |
| Speech Recognition | ability | 3.88 |
| Speech Clarity | ability | 3.88 |
| Psychology | knowledge | 3.76 |
| Speaking | essential_skill | 3.75 |
| Deductive Reasoning | ability | 3.75 |
| Near Vision | ability | 3.75 |
| Far Vision | ability | 3.75 |
| Geography | knowledge | 3.64 |
| Reading Comprehension | essential_skill | 3.62 |
| Written Comprehension | ability | 3.62 |
| Judgment and Decision Making | transferable_skill | 3.5 |
| Written Expression | ability | 3.5 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | knowledge | 3.42 |
| Education and Training | knowledge | 3.39 |
| Monitoring | essential_skill | 3.38 |
| Social Perceptiveness | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Persuasion | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Complex Problem Solving | transferable_skill | 3.38 |
| Coordination | transferable_skill | 3.25 |
| Flexibility of Closure | ability | 3.25 |
| Writing | essential_skill | 3.12 |
| Service Orientation | transferable_skill | 3.12 |
| Systems Analysis | transferable_skill | 3.12 |
| Information Ordering | ability | 3.12 |
| Category Flexibility | ability | 3.12 |
| Spatial Orientation | ability | 3.12 |
| Administration and Management | knowledge | 3.05 |
| Administrative | knowledge | 3.03 |
| Computers and Electronics | knowledge | 3.02 |

## Skills

| Name | Type |
| --- | --- |
| English Language | Common Skill |
| Biology | Specialized Skill |
| Inductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Speech Recognition | Specialized Skill |
| Critical Thinking | Common Skill |
| Active Listening | Common Skill |
| Psychology | Specialized Skill |
| Deductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Geography | Specialized Skill |
| Reading Comprehension | Common Skill |
| Social Perceptiveness | Common Skill |
| Complex Problem Solving | Common Skill |
| Writing | Common Skill |
| Systems Analysis | Specialized Skill |
| Information Ordering | Specialized Skill |
| Time Management | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Word | Common Skill |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Excel | Common Skill |
| Instructing | Specialized Skill |
| Depth Perception | Common Skill |
| Active Learning | Common Skill |
| Negotiation | Common Skill |
| Mathematics | Common Skill |
| Learning Strategies | Specialized Skill |
| Telecommunications | Specialized Skill |
| Finger Dexterity | Common Skill |
| Visualization | Specialized Skill |
| Chemistry | Specialized Skill |
| Physics | Specialized Skill |
| Foreign Language | Common Skill |
| Mapping Software | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Maintenance | Specialized Skill |
| Database Software | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Selection | Specialized Skill |
| Presentation Software | Specialized Skill |
| Installation | Specialized Skill |

## Tools

| Example | Category | Hot | In Demand |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software | yes | no |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software | yes | no |
| Puppet | Configuration management software | yes | no |
| Swift | Object or component oriented development software | yes | no |
| Database software | Data base user interface and query software | no | no |
| Global positioning system GPS software | Mobile location based services software | no | no |
| Mapping software | Map creation software | no | no |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software | no | no |

## Work Context

| Name | Value |
| --- | --- |
| In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment | 4.98 |
| Telephone Conversations | 4.9 |
| Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions | 4.87 |
| E-Mail | 4.84 |
| Deal With External Customers or the Public in General | 4.84 |
| Freedom to Make Decisions | 4.76 |
| Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams | 4.68 |
| Contact With Others | 4.67 |
| Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals | 4.57 |
| Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | 4.42 |
| Consequence of Error | 4.26 |
| Health and Safety of Other Workers | 4.23 |
| Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | 4.14 |
| Frequency of Decision Making | 4.08 |
| Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team | 4.06 |
| Physical Proximity | 4.03 |
| Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities | 4 |
| Conflict Situations | 3.94 |
| Time Pressure | 3.94 |
| Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures | 3.86 |
| Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People | 3.79 |
| Level of Competition | 3.67 |
| Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings | 3.59 |
| Written Letters and Memos | 3.54 |
| Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions | 3.49 |
| Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | 3.47 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | 3.4 |
| Outdoors, Under Cover | 3.35 |
| Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled | 3.34 |
| Exposed to Contaminants | 3.32 |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | 3.26 |
| Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable | 3.23 |
| Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers | 3.18 |
| Spend Time Sitting | 3.16 |
| Indoors, Environmentally Controlled | 3.01 |
| Spend Time Standing | 3 |
| Public Speaking | 2.93 |
| Importance of Repeating Same Tasks | 2.84 |
| In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment | 2.71 |
| Spend Time Walking or Running | 2.65 |

## Preparation

- **Job Zone:** 4
- **Job Zone Name:** Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
- **Education:** Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
- **Experience:** A considerable amount 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.
- **Svp Range:** (7.0 to < 8.0)

### Education Distribution

| Label | Percentage |
| --- | --- |
| Bachelor's Degree | 79.35 |
| High School Diploma | 13.77 |
| Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) | 4.39 |
| Some College Courses | 1.95 |
| Post-Secondary Certificate | 0.55 |

## Person Fit

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dependability | work_style | 7 |
| Nature/Outdoors | specific_interest_area | 6.48 |
| Realistic | career_interest_type | 6.4 |
| Protective Service | specific_interest_area | 6.27 |
| Integrity | work_style | 6 |
| Cautiousness | work_style | 5 |
| Conventional | career_interest_type | 4.24 |
| Transportation/Machine Operation | specific_interest_area | 4.05 |
| Self-Control | work_style | 4 |
| Investigative | career_interest_type | 3.91 |
| Life Science | specific_interest_area | 3.47 |
| Law | specific_interest_area | 3.34 |
| Physical/Manual Labor | specific_interest_area | 3.2 |
| Enterprising | career_interest_type | 3.02 |
| Stress Tolerance | work_style | 3 |
| Public Speaking | specific_interest_area | 2.89 |

## Related Roles

| Soc Code | Slug | Title | Tier |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 19-1031.02 | role-19-1031-02 | Range Managers | Primary-Short |
| 33-9011.00 | role-33-9011-00 | Animal Control Workers | Primary-Short |
| 19-1031.00 | role-19-1031-00 | Conservation Scientists | Primary-Short |
| 19-4071.00 | role-19-4071-00 | Forest and Conservation Technicians | Primary-Short |
| 45-4011.00 | role-45-4011-00 | Forest and Conservation Workers | Primary-Short |
| 33-2022.00 | role-33-2022-00 | Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists | Primary-Long |
| 19-1031.03 | role-19-1031-03 | Park Naturalists | Primary-Long |
| 45-3031.00 | role-45-3031-00 | Fishing and Hunting Workers | Primary-Long |
| 13-1041.01 | role-13-1041-01 | Environmental Compliance Inspectors | Primary-Long |
| 33-3051.00 | role-33-3051-00 | Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | Primary-Long |
| 19-1023.00 | role-19-1023-00 | Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists | Supplemental |
| 19-2041.02 | role-19-2041-02 | Environmental Restoration Planners | Supplemental |

## Career Clusters

| Cluster | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Energy & Natural Resources | energy-natural-resources |
| Public Service & Safety | public-service-safety |

## Education Level

- **Category:** Bachelor's degree

## Study Programs

| Title | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Natural Resources and Conservation | natural-resources-and-conservation |

## Market

- **Median Wage:** 68180
- **Mean Wage:** 67990
- **Pct10Wage:** 35670
- **Pct25Wage:** 53260
- **Pct75Wage:** 82100
- **Pct90Wage:** 94470
- **Employment:** 6420
- **Area Title:** U.S.

## Industries


### Top


### Concentrated


## Ai Signals

| Source | Label | Score | Scale | Release |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| frey_osborne | Computerization probability | 0.08 | 0-1 probability | 2013-baseline-2016-employment-snapshot |
| felten_aioe | AI occupational exposure | -0.4585168 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_image_generation_aioe | Image generation occupational exposure | -0.106521 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_language_modeling_aioe | Language modeling occupational exposure | -0.5055484 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |

## Ai Outlook


### Index

- **Value:** 40
- **Percentile:** 38
- **Band:** Moderate
- **Version:** ai-exposure-index-v1

#### Components

| Percentile | Source |
| --- | --- |
| 36 | felten_aioe |
| 42 | openai_gpts_are_gpts |
| 41 | microsoft_working_with_ai |
- **Component Count:** 3

### Exposure

| Source | Label | Value | Percentile | Band | Note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| felten_aioe | Overall AI exposure (Felten et al.) | -0.4585168 | 36 | Moderate | How much this job's abilities overlap with what AI systems can do, across many AI capabilities. A relative research score, not a forecast of job loss. |
| eloundou_gamma | LLM task exposure, γ (OpenAI / Eloundou) | 0.4772727272727273 | 42 | Moderate | Share of this job's tasks where a large language model plus simple tools could cut the time to do them by at least half. γ is capped at 1.0 and many jobs reach that ceiling, so treat a top score as 'in the top group', not a precise rank. |
| microsoft_applicability | AI assistant applicability (Microsoft) | 0.12513132534455984 | 41 | Moderate | How applicable today's AI assistants are to this job's activities, measured from real Microsoft Copilot conversations. Applicability is not the same as replacement. |

### Frey Historical

- **Source:** frey
- **Label:** Computerization probability (Frey & Osborne, 2013)
- **Value:** 0.08
- **Percentile:** 26
- **Band:** Low
- **Note:** A pre-LLM (2013) estimate of how automatable this job is by computerization and robotics. Shown for historical context only — it is not part of any current AI ranking.
- **Teleworkable:** no

### Eloundou

- **Alpha:** 0.09090909090909091
- **Beta:** 0.2840909090909091
- **Gamma:** 0.4772727272727273

### Usage Tasks

| Task | Usage Percent | Importance |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Provide advice or information to park or reserve visitors. | 0.009140993143228065 | 3.39 |
- **Usage Release:** 2026-01-15-v4-plus-2025-03-27-v2

### Bls

- **Growth Percent:** -6
- **Growth Percentile:** 10
- **Direction:** Declining
- **Annual Openings Thousands:** 0.5
- **Annual Openings Percentile:** 7
- **Employment2024Thousands:** 7
- **Employment2034Thousands:** 6.6

### Sources

| Source | Version |
| --- | --- |
| bls_employment_projections | 2024-2034 |
| dingel_neiman | dingel-neiman-workathome |
| felten_aioe | felten-raj-seamans-aioe |
| frey_osborne | frey-osborne-automation |
| microsoft_working_with_ai | working-with-ai |
| openai_gpts_are_gpts | gpts-are-gpts |

## Counts

- **Tasks:** 24
- **Skills:** 37
- **Capabilities:** 120
- **Tools:** 10
- **Related Roles:** 20

## Source

- **Dataset:** gold.onet_role_starter_surface
- **Version:** 30.3
- **Generated At:** 2026-06-02T21:00:32.945303+00:00
- **Content Hash:** 8986b8ab38bdb217