Steven Steniger
Voluntown,CT
Summary
Accomplished Special Agent with a distinguished career at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, adept in leading high-stakes wildlife crime investigations and fostering interagency collaborations. Expert in evidence collection and undercover operations, complemented by strong organizational skills and a commitment to community outreach. Proven track record in enhancing federal prosecutions through meticulous investigative work.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Agent
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
10.2022 - Current
- Investigated crimes ranging from international wildlife smuggling to unlawful migratory game bird hunting.
- Routine coordination with the United States Attorney's Office District of Rhode Island regarding federal prosecutions.
- Worked closely with other Federal, State, Local and Tribal law enforcement authorities.
- Assisted the Rhode Island Environmental Police with investigations and access to the services of Digital Evidence Recovery and Technical Support Unit (DERTSU) and the Wildlife Intelligence Unit (WIU).
Federal Wildlife Patrol Captain
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided supervision, technical expertise, and operational oversight of all Federal Wildlife Officers (FWOs) within the New England Zone.
- Served as a commissioned law enforcement officer charged with public safety and the protection of natural resource to further the conservation mission of the National Wildlife Refuge System.
- Directed patrols and investigative activities with federal, state and local agencies regarding to law enforcement, resource protection, counter-narcotics, emergency response, and multi-jurisdictional law enforcement operations and investigation.
- Lead Firearms Instructor for Region Five encompassing Maine to Virginia with the responsibility of developing and delivering training, semi annual qualifications and annual in-service requirements.
Zone Officer
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
10.2009 - 01.2021
- The majority of duties and responsibilities were the same as a Patrol Captain excluding the supervision of Federal Wildlife Officers.
Refuge Officer
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
06.2005 - 10.2009
- As a uniformed officer I was often the primary and many times the only point of contact with the visiting public. This served an important role in communicating and educating the visiting public on a wide variety of matters dealing with America’s public lands and the protection of natural resources. These duties were an integral part of a comprehensive law enforcement program that fostered voluntary compliance through understanding, educating and community involvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05-2000
Skills
- Firearms Instruction
- Boat Operation
- Commercial and Recreational Fishing Experience
- Witness interviewing
- Community outreach
- Sensitive information handling
- Undercover operations
- Electronic surveillance and Evidence collection
- First aid and CPR
- Collaborative teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Physical fitness
Timeline
Special Agent
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
10.2022 - Current
Federal Wildlife Patrol Captain
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
01.2021 - 10.2022
Zone Officer
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
10.2009 - 01.2021
Refuge Officer
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
06.2005 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
University of Rhode Island
Similar Profiles
Laurel M. BarnhillLaurel M. Barnhill
Chief of Staff, Southeast Region at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)Chief of Staff, Southeast Region at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
Kashyap Dilipkumar PatelKashyap Dilipkumar Patel
Senior Management and Program Analyst at Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceSenior Management and Program Analyst at Department of the Interior, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Ryan SpragueRyan Sprague
Biological Science Technician at U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServiceBiological Science Technician at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service