Start a career as a Waterways Conservation Officer

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is looking for individuals interested in a career as a Waterways Conservation Officer (WCO). Applications for WCO Trainee positions will be accepted between October 7 and November 18. All written testing must be completed with the Civil Service Commission by December 29.

WCOs perform specialized work in fish conservation and watercraft safety under the jurisdiction of the commission, blending law enforcement and public relations duties. Typical duties include patrolling by foot, car and boat to detect violations of fishing and boating laws; apprehending violators and investigating water pollution incidents; investigating boating accidents; and appearing in public to conduct classes or provide information to groups.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at date of hire, possess a current valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and complete a 52-week training program to become WCOs. Successful candidates must pass written, oral and physical evaluations. Additional information is available at fishandboat.com.

Application forms and further information on the process can be obtained from the state Civil Service Commission website at scsc.state.pa.us .