Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Publications
References
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Richard King

Richard King

Laramie,Wyoming

Summary

Proven leader with extensive experience in policy analysis and development, specializing in natural resource management. Administered a $33 million annual budget at Wyoming Game and Fish Department, optimizing resource allocation for enhanced efficiency. Skilled in conflict resolution and partnership cultivation, utilizing strong interpersonal skills to drive strategic initiatives and organizational success.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Game Warden and Chief of Wildlife Division

Wyoming Game And Fish Department
Cheyenne, WY
05.2019 - 12.2024
  • Directed Wildlife Division operations with $33 million annual budget.
  • Managed terrestrial wildlife, human/wildlife conflicts, and enforcement of wildlife laws.
  • Oversaw watercraft safety programs, research initiatives, disease surveillance, and habitat management activities.
  • Established long-term strategic goals in collaboration with other agency divisions.
  • Collaborated with Wyoming Game and Fish Commission to develop wildlife policies and regulations.
  • Coordinated personnel actions for approximately 200 permanent and 50 seasonal positions.
  • Provided analysis and recommendations on state and national natural resource issues to the Director, the Legislature, and the Governor's Office.
  • Created comprehensive policies and procedures for the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

Regional Wildlife Supervisor

Wyoming Game And Fish Department
Laramie, WY
08.2011 - 05.2019
  • Directed office managers, senior game wardens, and wildlife biologists to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Counseled employees on performance, conducted appraisals, and facilitated hiring or discharge interviews.
  • Managed all activities in wildlife management, law enforcement, damage control, and Access Yes Program.
  • Prepared and administered regional budgets totaling approximately $500,000.
  • Developed annual work schedules in collaboration with subordinates to align resources.
  • Managed scheduling for field operations and resource allocation effectively.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for team members and provided constructive feedback.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.

Senior Game Warden and Game Warden

Wyoming Game And Fish Department
, WY
04.1998 - 08.2011
  • Enforced game, fish, trapping, and watercraft laws across multiple communities.
  • Conducted investigations on illegal hunting and fishing reports, compiling evidence for prosecution
  • Monitored wildlife populations through habitat surveys and condition studies.
  • Inspected boats for safety equipment compliance and licenses before allowing waterway access.
  • Coordinated conservation efforts among landowners, government agencies, and non-profits.
  • Advised farmers on strategies to mitigate wildlife-related crop damage.
  • Collected and analyzed biological data to guide wildlife management decisions.
  • Established strong relationships with community members to foster cooperation in wildlife management.

Graduate Research Assistant

Utah State University
Logan, UT
04.1996 - 04.1998
  • Evaluated waterfowl nest success enhancement methods in Prairie Pothole Region through extensive research.
  • Supervised two research technicians to ensure compliance with study protocols.
  • Developed and implemented protocols for primary data collection, analyzing results and presenting findings.
  • Prepared research materials while maintaining precise documentation of all findings.
  • Presented research outcomes at academic conferences and departmental meetings to disseminate knowledge.
  • Reviewed and summarized literature from scientific journals to support study objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Wildlife

Utah State University
Logan, UT

Skills

  • Leadership and project coordination
  • Budget management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Policy analysis and writing
  • Public speaking and facilitation
  • Interpersonal collaboration
  • Wildlife management

Accomplishments

  • Roger Wilson Lifetime Achievement Award for outstanding contributions to wildlife and conservation. Presented by the Wyoming Chapter of the Wildlife Society in February 2025.
  • Director's Award. Wyoming Game and Fish Department. Presented in July 2020 for a multitude of efforts including the process of developing an elk feedground management plan and effective interaction with the Wyoming Legislature.

Certification

  • Professional Peace Officer (Reserve Officer Status) with over 2500 hours certified training.

Publications

  • An eye towards ethics. 2019. The Wildlife Professional.
  • Taking time to think: The tyranny of being “too busy” and the practice of wildlife management. 2022. Frontiers in Conservation Science.
  • A practical framework for ethics assessment in wildlife management decision-
    making. 2024. Journal of Wildlife Management.

References

  • Brian R. Nesvik. Director, USFWS. 307.760.5038.
  • Eric Wiltanger. Deputy Director. Wyoming Game and Fish Department. 307.631.9705.
  • Embere Hall, PhD. Science, Research, and Analytical Support Supervisor. Wyoming Game and Fish Department/Adjunct Professor, University of Wyoming. 307.413.2253.

Timeline

Chief Game Warden and Chief of Wildlife Division

Wyoming Game And Fish Department
05.2019 - 12.2024

Regional Wildlife Supervisor

Wyoming Game And Fish Department
08.2011 - 05.2019

Senior Game Warden and Game Warden

Wyoming Game And Fish Department
04.1998 - 08.2011

Graduate Research Assistant

Utah State University
04.1996 - 04.1998

Bachelor of Science - Fisheries And Wildlife

Utah State University

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