Kentucky Fish and Wildlife seeks candidates to be game wardens

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has put out the word that they are in search of candadates to become new game wardens for openings across the state.

The deadline to apply is May 5, and candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license. The selection process includes physical and swim tests, interviews, background checks, and medical evaluations.

If not already certified, new recruits will complete 20 weeks of law enforcement training, followed by 14 weeks at the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Academy, and finish up with 12 more weeks of field training.

Game wardens are sworn law enforcement officers with statewide authority to enforce hunting, fishing, and boating laws while protecting Kentucky’s natural resources and public safety.

New wardens will be placed in counties across the state, including Jefferson, Fayette, Kenton, and Christian, Trigg and Lyon.

To apply, visit personnel.ky.gov and search for the Game Warden Recruit posting.