BLACKFEET TRIBAL FISH AND WILDLIFE PROGRAM 
JOB DESCRIPTION 

JOB TITLE: 
DEPARTMENT: 
REPORTS TO: 

Game Warden 
Blackfeet Fish and Wildlife Program 
Director of Fish and Wildlife 

SUMMARY: 
The position of Game Warden is to patrol and embrace the Blackfeet Tribal Fish and 
Wildlife laws and regulations within the exterior boundaries of the Blackfeet Reservation. 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 
Works under the guidance and/or direction of the Fish and Wildlife Director and Chief 
Game Warden. 
Nature of Work and Environment: While performing the duties ofthis job, the 
employee frequently works in outside weather conditions, to include extreme cold and 
heat. In most cases the Game Warden works near or in situations where weapons and 
possible explosives are present; in high, precarious places; and is occasionally exposed to 
wet and/or humid conditions and various other outside elements. Also will be required to 
work extended hours including weekend shifts and be on 24-hour emergency call back in 
cases of extreme danger to the life and wellbeing of persons and property. 
Personal Contacts: Will be in constant contact with hunters, fishermen, campers, 
etc. To obtain information to verify they are in compliance with the fish and wildlife laws 
and regulations of the Blackfeet Tribe. Will work with fellow game wardens, and at times 
with local, state, and county law enforcement for the purpose of sharing information or 
coordinating efforts. 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: 
Work consist of performing duties that require great attention to detail and making sound 
and timely decisions in enforcing tribal fish and game laws and regulation. 
Evaluates all evidence, possible witnesses, and suspects in civil and possible criminal cases. 
Ensure that all tasks assigned by Director and Chief Game Warden are carried out and 
accomplished in a timely manner. • 
Must exercise good judgement in making decisions, when assignments at times involve a 
wide range of investigative activities with a wide range of difficulty in determining proper 
course of action. 
Decisions will at time involve whether a person has violated laws and regulations, and 
what type of punishments will be imposed such as issuance of a citation, seizure of 
equipment and/or apprehension of the suspect. 
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Must submit accurate and thorough reports. 
Appear and testify in court before administrative bodies. 
Assist in removing livestock from all roadways state and local on the reservation as tribal 
resolution states. 
Will assist in enforcing any other ordinances and resolutions set by the Tribal Business 
Council and tasked to Fish and Game. 
Answer calls for service, and patrol assigned areas in a assigned vehicle and at times on 
foot. 
Assist in various rescue and lifesaving tasks. 
Air reconnaissance for big game counts. 
JOB REQUIREMENT: 
Thorough knowledge of applicable tribal and federal laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, 
resolutions, coded, etc., regarding Fish and Wildlife Management. 
Thorough knowledge of fish, fowl, game and all other wildlife and habitats within the 
exterior boundaries of the Blackfeet Reservation. 
Knowledge of basic conservation/law enforcement methods, techniques, skills and use of 
equipment in order to detain and question suspects/witnesses, to identify violations and 
safely cite or arrest suspected violators and collect evidence. 
Knowledge of Constitutional rights afforded to individuals concerning questioning, arrest 
procedures, as well as search and seizure, also ability to write the affidavit for a search 
warrant. 
Know the difference between felonies and misdemeanors, criminal and civil infractions. 
Knowledge of tribal court procedures in handling citations pertaining to fish and wildlife 
violations, and the times testifying to these violations. 
Must have thorough knowledge of the geography of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation and 
its residents. 
Skilled in basic mathematics in order to summarize field data, ability to use computers, be 
skilled in animal tracking, trapping, and tranquilizing. Ability to use a compass, map 
reading, and related location description. 
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and all other functions required of 
the job. 

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Skills in field dressing of wildlife. 
TOOLS and EQUIPMENT: 
Knowledge and proficient with handgun, shotgun, long rifles, explosives and other 
weapons as required, work vehicle radio, handheld radio, first aid equipment, computer, 
also use and proper maintenance of ATV's, boats, snowmobiles and all other equipment 
assigned by the department. 
The above knowledge, skills, abilities and use of equipment are typically acquired through 
a combination of education and specialized training and experience equivalent to: 
•	Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. 
•	Three (3) years conservation law enforcement experience and/or education in 
natural resources, particularly in fish and wildlife science/ AA degree. 
•	Law enforcement background preferred but not necessary; 
•	Must have or be able to obtain a Driver's License and be of legal age. 
•	Must be able to obtain CPR/First aid certification within six (6) months of hire. 
•	Be of good moral character and integrity. 
•	Successfully complete physical examination as required. 
•	Attend basic law enforcement training and/or Conservation law enforcement 
training course within one year of hire. 
•	Must obtain and maintain POST or Federal Law enforcement certification. 
•	Have not been convicted of a felony. 
•	Must be able to qualify for the use of firearms once a year. 
•	40 hours of in-service training. 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 
They physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employee is 
frequently required to talk and hear, stand and walk for long periods of time, use of hands 
to handle or operate objects, controls, and equipment necessary to the performance of 
duties as well as climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
Must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision required 
includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and 
ability to adjust focus. 
Evaluation of this position will be based primarily upon performance of requirements and 
duties. 

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It is the intention of the Blackfeet Fish and Wildlife Department to have all employees fulfill 
their duties per the position description. 

Blackfeet Fish & Wildlife Game Warden Signature 
Blackfeet Fish & Wildlife Director Signature 
i REVISED: 11/2015 

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