Conservation Officer

The Conservation Officer is a sworn tribal law enforcement officer responsible for the protection, conservation, and management of wildlife, fish, and natural resources within the exterior boundaries of the Omaha Reservation. They are tasked with enforcing Omaha Tribal Code, applicable Federal statutes and regulations, and relevant State conservation laws. Operating under the supervision of the Wildlife & Parks Director and in coordination with Tribal Law Enforcement, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and partner agencies, the Conservation Officer conducts patrols, investigates violations, exercises arrest authority, issues citations, seizes evidence, prepares cases for prosecution, and provides public education and outreach. All duties are performed in accordance with Tribal, Federal, and BIA regulations, CFR provisions, established standards, and Tribal policies.