Game wardens are employed by government agencies to enforce federal, state and local regulations, but most work for state-level governments. Federal game wardens, however, are considered special agents and work for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Although these professionals can be found in all states, the following states have the highest number of game wardens:2
- Texas
- Florida
- New York
- California
- Tennessee
Game wardens spend some of their time in an office setting, primarily managing their paperwork and filing reports. They also typically spend some time in courthouses testifying for the conviction of poachers.
For the most part, however, you can find game wardens patrolling their assigned jurisdiction. They spend most of their time outdoors, surveying forests, mountains, coastal areas, lakes and other natural settings.
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1GameWardenEDU.org, What is a Fish and Game Warden in May 2021
2All Criminal Justice Schools, Fish and Game Warden Careers in May 2021