Career Outlook for Fish and Game Wardens

Also known as:  Conservation Enforcement Officer, Fish and Game Warden, Fish and Wildlife Warden, Fish Warden, Game Warden, Wildlife and Game Protector, Wildlife Control Agent, Wildlife Officer
The overall job outlook for Fish or Game Warden careers has been relatively unchanged since 2004. Vacancies for this career have slightly decreased by 2.70 percent nationwide in that time, with an average decline of -0.45 percent per year. Demand for Fish and Game Wardens is expected to go up, with an expected 1,760 new jobs filled by 2018. This represents an annual increase of 3.04 percent over the next few years.
TOP STATES
There are currently more Fish and Game Wardens in the following states
Georgia 560
Florida 550
Texas 420
Tennessee 360
Louisiana 240
Alabama 220
Virginia 220
BOTTOM STATES
The states below have the least number of filled positions for Fish and Game Wardens
North Dakota 50
Nevada 60
Massachusetts 70
Wyoming 80
Montana 100
South Dakota 100
Washington 110