Warden Recruitment

The conservation warden application period will open on April 30, 2026 and close at 11:59 p.m. on May 14, 2026. During that time, applicants will need to visit Wisc.Jobs and search for job ID 20449 to apply.

We will be posting a recorded webinar to this webpage later this month, which will include an overview of this year’s hiring process, the warden training program and more! We encourage prospective applicants to view this video once it is posted.

Conservation wardens around the state will also be holding virtual and in-person “office hours” sessions for prospective applicants. No RSVP is required for in-person events, but attendees will need to pre-register for virtual meetings.

Date	Time	Location
April 16, 2026	Noon - 1 p.m.	Virtual – Contact david.bennett@wisconsin.gov to register
April 21, 2026	Noon - 1 p.m.	Virtual – Contact david.bennett@wisconsin.gov to register
April 22, 2026	Noon - 3 p.m.	Milwaukee DNR Service Center
April 22, 2026	1 p.m. - 3 p.m.	Horicon Marsh DNR Education Center
April 23, 2026	1 p.m. - 3 p.m.	Wisconsin Rapids - Out of the Box Coffee Shop
April 27, 2026	11 a.m. - 1 p.m.	Rhinelander DNR Service Center
April 28, 2026	2 p.m. - 4 p.m.	Rhinelander DNR Service Center
April 29, 2026	Noon - 2 p.m.	Janesville DNR Service Center
April 30, 2026	2 p.m. - 4 p.m.	Fitchburg DNR Service Center
May 8, 2026	Noon - 1 p.m.	Virtual – Contact david.bennett@wisconsin.gov to register

Since 1879, conservation wardens have been proudly protecting the people and natural resources of Wisconsin.

Conservation wardens are credentialed law enforcement officers who work throughout the state, enforcing all natural resource and recreation safety laws, educating the public on conservation topics and providing law enforcement services on state parks, forests and trails. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, building trusting relationships, and thoughtfully engaging and serving our diverse public.

The conservation warden career is both unique and rewarding, and requires candidates with a passion for helping others, communication skills and an appreciation for the outdoors.