The Maine Game Warden position is a certified, uniformed law enforcement role within the Maine Warden Service, part of the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. The primary responsibility of a Game Warden is to protect the state's inland fish and wildlife resources while ensuring public safety. This role involves patrolling designated districts, which may be conducted alone in areas with high hunting, fishing, and trapping activities. During patrols, Wardens inspect licenses and the fish and wildlife possessed by individuals, while also explaining relevant laws, rules, and regulations regarding fish and wildlife, recreation, and the environment. Patrol methods can include foot, truck, boat, canoe, snowmobile, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), or airplane, depending on the area and situation. In addition to patrolling, Game Wardens are responsible for issuing warnings and summonses, making arrests when necessary, and conducting investigations into law violations. These investigations may arise from citizen complaints or observed incidents, including issues related to ATVs, sick or nuisance wildlife, and landowner disputes. Game Wardens also investigate hunting incidents and crashes involving recreational vehicles, and they play a crucial role in organizing and participating in search and rescue operations, which may involve recovering drowning victims or deceased individuals. To be successful in this role, candidates must possess a strong knowledge of wildlife, hunting, fishing, trapping, and related outdoor sports, along with a genuine desire to work in law enforcement. The position requires self-initiative and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, often without assistance. Promoting good public relations and compliance with fish and wildlife regulations is a key aspect of the job. Preference will be given to candidates who hold an active Certification of Eligibility for Law Enforcement or have completed Law Enforcement Pre-Service training.