Salary guide
Game Warden
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
EnvironmentalWildlife
- Game wardens help protect UK wildlife and habitats
Other names this job is known by
- Wildlife Officer
- Conservation Ranger
Key responsibilities
- Enforce wildlife and hunting regulations
- Patrol parks and reserves
- Monitor wildlife populations
- Investigate poaching and illegal activities
- Educate the public on conservation
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in environmental science, conservation, or law enforcement
- Experience in wildlife or enforcement roles
- Physical fitness
- Communication and problem-solving
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Warden
- Conservation Officer
- Park Manager
- Policy Advisor
How to get the job
- Study environmental science, law enforcement, or conservation
- Gain experience in wildlife or enforcement roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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