How Do You Become An Indiana Game Warden?
Game wardens in Indiana are properly called conservation officers and are employed by the state’s Department of Natural Resources. The training process to become an Indiana Conservation Officer (ICO) is very demanding. Getting the job will require some patience, a lot of physical effort and some luck. But it can be done. Read on to learn how to become an Indiana game warden. The Initial Screening Step 1 Pass the basic prerequisites. In addition to citizenship and educational requirements, you’ll have to demonstrate some other physical abilities in order to apply for a position as an ICO. These include the ability to swim 100 yards and tread water for five minutes, as well as passing the physical conditioning, agility tests and psycho-motor skills standards established by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board. Step 2 Notify the Department of Natural Resources that you want to apply for a position. Send a letter saying you want to apply to become an ICO to the Law Enforcement Divisi