Director-Wyoming Game and Fish Department 2026-02423

Salary: $14,279.20 - $15,866.93 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: At-Will Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Wyoming Game and Fish Department
Division: Director's Office
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 11/16/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: EXMT07

Description and Functions
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
As Chief Administrator of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, this position is responsible for a nationally recognized staff of approximately 415 permanent employees and an annual budget of 102 million dollars.

Human Resources Contact: Dezzaree Schott /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Under the direction and supervision of the Game and Fish Commission, provides direction to a department overseeing an unparalleled variety and abundance of wildlife resources.
• Provides general supervision and control of activities, functions, and employees in a high-quality-of-life environment.
• Shall hold office at the pleasure of the Governor.
• Devotes 100% of the time to the performance and supervision of duties conferred by the Commission and by law.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Wyoming Statute 9-2-2010(b) and Wyoming Statute 23-1-402(a) specify that the individual selected by the Commission and Governor be 'qualified' and 'competent'. Preference may be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

(1 Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and demonstrated increasingly responsible leadership in the field of fish and wildlife management.
(2) Extensive management administrative experience, which includes the supervision of numerous professional-level staff.
(3) Development and implementation of long-range plans, policies, objectives, multi-faceted budgets, and human resource management plans.
(4) Excellent skills in leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution, consensus building, and public relations.
(5) Proven written and oral communication skills.
(6) Ability to function effectively in a complex political environment with a broad range of public entities, interest groups, and various governmental entities with roles in natural resources management.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of current practices in wildlife management
• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of government management, including budget development and control
• Knowledge of processes of state government, including legislative and administrative processes
• Knowledge of Wyoming's current cultural/social trends and attitudes of the citizens in relation to wildlife resource management
• Skill in facilitation and small and large group communications
• Skill in oral and written communications, including public speaking
• Skill in interpersonal relations
• Skill in demonstrating effective leadership
• Skill in successful personnel management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None - See "Preferences"
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel is required. Must have a valid driver's license.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• This is an AT-WILL position, which serves at the pleasure of the Governor. (a) The governor shall appoint a competent
  person as the director of the department as provided in W.S. 9-2-2010 at a salary determined by the commission, not
  to exceed the sum set by law. (b) The director shall hold office at the pleasure of the governor and may be removed
  by him as provided in W.S. 9-1-202. (c) The director is the chief administrative head of the department with general
  supervision and control of all activities, functions, and employees of the department, under the direction and
  supervision of the commission. They shall devote their entire time to the performance and supervision of the duties
  conferred on them by the commission and by law.
• APPLICATIONS: A State of Wyoming Application and an attached resume (limit resume to 2 pages) must be
  completed by 11/15/2026 11:59 AM Mountain. Include no less than 3 reference contact persons.
• Questions regarding the application and interview processes should be directed to Jeff Davis, at
  , or (307) 777-4689.
• Following the interview process with the Game and Fish Commission, the three finalists selected by the Commission
  will be provided to the Governor's Office.
• Applicants must be available for interview by appointment with the Governor of Wyoming.
• NOTE: All applicants should be aware that applications for this position will be treated as public documents.
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.

Supplemental Information
040-Game & Fish - Directors Office

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Human Resources Contact: Dezzaree Schott /

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

Did you graduate from an accredited four-year college or university and demonstrated increasingly responsible leadership in the field of fish and wildlife management?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have extensive management administrative experience, which includes the supervision of numerous professional-level staff?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have experience with development and implementation of long-range plans, policies, objectives, multi-faceted budgets and human resource management plans?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have the ability to function effectively in a complex political environment with a broad range of public entities, interest groups, and various governmental entities with roles in natural resources management?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have excellent skills in leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution, consensus building, and public relations?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have proven written and oral communication skills?

• Yes
• No

09

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

10

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
11

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
12

(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference

13

(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question