Eldridge Vigil
Dulce,NM
Summary
Accomplished wildlife law enforcement officer specializing in conservation regulation and environmental violation investigations. Conducted field surveys to monitor wildlife populations and habitats, documenting incidents for tribal records. Collaborated with agencies to tackle conservation challenges and educate communities on sustainable resource management.
Overview
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Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Conservation Officer
Jicarilla Apache Nation
Dulce, NM
05.1999 - 03.2026
- Patrolled Jicarilla Apache Nation lands for wildlife violations and trespass enforcement.
- Investigated illegal hunting, fishing, and land use complaints across tribal territory.
- Enforced conservation regulations and tribal game laws with community members.
- Documented field incidents, citations, and enforcement reports for tribal records.
- Monitored habitat conditions and protected natural resources on Nation lands.
- Coordinated with tribal departments and outside agencies on conservation cases.
- Responded to emergency calls involving wildlife, safety, and public access.
- Advised tribal members on hunting rules, permits, and resource protection.
- Advised landowners on how best to manage their properties for wildlife conservation purposes.
- Provided guidance on the implementation of new legislation related to natural resource management.
- Investigated violations of environmental law or policy.
- Developed plans for the protection, management, and restoration of natural resources.
- Conducted field surveys to identify and document endangered species.
- Enforced hunting, fishing, trapping, and recreational activity regulations.
- Participated in educational programs designed to promote sustainable resource use.
- Monitored wildlife populations and habitats.
- Analyzed existing policies and procedures related to conservation efforts.
- Organized public outreach events to educate citizens on conservation practices.
- Responded to incidents involving hazardous materials spills or illegal dumping of pollutants.
- Prepared reports summarizing data collected during field investigations.
- Monitored campgrounds and visitor behavior for issues of concern, promptly addressing situations with composure and professionalism.
- Enforced regulations on herbicide and insecticide use to manage pests, weeds, and diseases.
Education
Kirtland Central High School
Kirtland, NMSkills
- Wildlife law enforcement
- Environmental law enforcement
- Conservation regulations
- Field incident reporting
- Environmental investigations
- Crisis response
- Resource management
- Permit compliance
- Fisheries management
- Species monitoring
- Wildlife tracking
- Habitat assessment
- Invasive species control
- Wildlife monitoring
- Data collection
- Endangered species protection
- Species identification
- Plant identification
- Habitat improvement
- Trail maintenance
- Trail construction
- Field research
- Backcountry travel
- Chainsaw operation
- Tool maintenance
- Park patrol
- Forest thinning
- Forest fire prevention
- Community engagement
- Conservation education
- Community education
- Outdoor leadership
- Networking skills
- Communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- First aid certification
- Maintains composure
- Problem-solving
- Problem resolution
- Multitasking skills
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Prioritization skills
- Fitness level
- GPS navigation
- Man-tracking instructor
- Firearms certification instructor
- Networking skills
- Wildlife Biology
- Firearms certification instructor
- Man-tracking instructor
Certification
- Firearms instructor
- Tracking instructor
- Hunter Ed instructor
Accomplishments
- 2019 Native American fish and Wildlife society Conservation officer of the year
Timeline
Conservation Officer
Jicarilla Apache Nation
05.1999 - 03.2026
Kirtland Central High School