The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is currently recruiting for the challenging and rewarding position of Fish and Wildlife Officer 1 (FWO 1 In-Training to a Fish and Wildlife Officer 2). If you are interested in becoming a law enforcement officer, have an impeccable service record and background, and a strong desire to protect Washington’s unique fish and wildlife species, exceptionally diverse landscape and rugged coastline for future generations to enjoy, then consider this position and apply now!

THE DEPARTMENT

WDFW is dedicated to protecting native fish and wildlife, and providing sustainable fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities for millions of residents and visitors. Working throughout the state, WDFW employees–field biologists, enforcement officers, land stewards, lab technicians, customer service representatives and others–manage hundreds of fish and wildlife species, maintain nearly a million acres of public wildlife lands, provide opportunities for recreational and commercial fishing, wildlife viewing and hunting, protect and restore habitat and enforce laws that protect fish and wildlife resources. Learn more about us at  www.wdfw.wa.gov.

The mission of the WDFW Law Enforcement Program is: “To protect our natural resources and the public we serve.”The Fish and Wildlife Officer 1 (FWO 1 In-Training to a FWO 2) is the commissioned entry-level position within the Law Enforcement Program. FWO1s are full general authority peace officers with statewide jurisdiction to enforce the laws of the State of Washington as well as certain federal laws based upon U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWFS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) commissions.

The FWO1 supports the Program’s mission by enforcing the laws of the State of Washington with emphasis on enforcing natural resource laws and regulations. The FWO1 executes the mission by patrolling various parts of the State by using motor vehicles, vessels, ATVs, foot patrol, etc., investigating complaints and deterring criminal activities. The purpose of these patrols is to enforce and investigate violations of fish, wildlife, environmental, and other laws and regulations; provide advice and resolve dangerous wildlife situations; assist other law enforcement agencies; respond to crimes in progress and calls for service; respond to public safety emergencies; and investigate hunting and boating accidents. In addition to law enforcement, FWO1s promote public education concerning outdoor safety and conservation, wildlife resources, and programs offered through the Agency.