Summary
To be a fish warden
Manage natural resources
The fisheries warden works in the services of the High Council for Fisheries (CSP) or in departmental fishing associations.
It carries out surveys for precise knowledge of aquatic environments and fish populations. Based on these surveys, he ensures the proper management of resources in the area.
Maintenance and information
The fisheries warden participates in the maintenance of fish farming areas.
It suppresses poaching. Sworn, he can draw up a report in case of lack of fishing license for example.
It runs information campaigns for the public to fight against water pollution.
What qualifications do you need to become a fish warden?
A future guardian must above all be in good health. He works in all weathers at the water’s edge.
High availability is necessary: he may have to work at night, on Sundays and on public holidays.
He must also be a pedagogue to inform the public about the preservation of the environment.
Salary and opportunities
Between 20 and 30 positions are accessible by competition each year. The CSP employs approximately 800 fishery guardians.
The entry-level guardian’s salary starts at just over $1,300 gross monthly. A guard at the end of his career can earn up to approximately €2,200 gross monthly. In addition to salaries, there are benefits in kind (allowances for housing, heating, electricity).
Recruitment by competition
Access to the job of fisheries warden is by competitive examination only.
To register for the CSP competition, you must:
- be between 21 and 40 years old;
- be of French nationality;
- hold a BEPC or a BEPA;
- be recognized as physically fit and have the swimming certificate;
- have a clean criminal record;
- commit to the service of the CSP for 5 years;
- have a B permit.
Students who pass the competition follow a 10-month training course at the National School of Fishing Wardens (Centre du Paraclet, BP 5, 80440 Boves. Tel.: 03 22 35 34 70).
Content updated on 06/07/2012