MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is looking for its next wardens.

The DNR will accept applications for its 2027 conservation warden class from April 30th through May 14th. Wardens are sworn state law enforcement officers who protect fish and wildlife, state parks and forests, and serve communities across Wisconsin.

About fourteen full‑time wardens will be hired, with training starting in early 2027. No prior law enforcement experience is required. More details are available on the DNR’s warden recruitment webpage.