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It was two decades ago – maybe more – when Mike Shelden knocked on the door of a fish house, identified himself as a conservation officer, and let himself in.
While the typical trajectory includes a four-year degree in law enforcement still works for a lot of people, the state is now targeting anyone with love of the outdoors and a two-year associate degree in any field.
Recruits to come are welcomed but seen as a patch for current vacancies and looming retirements.
Johanson named Conservation Officer of the Year The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently named Conservation Officer (CO) Jeff Johanson of Osakis as the Officer of the Year.This prestigious award is presented annually to an officer based upon overall career performance with emphasis o... Written By: Tara Bitzan | × Jeff Johanson (center) of Osakis was named Conservation Officer of the Year by the Department of Natural Resources. He is pictured with Commissioner Landwehr (left) and Colonel Rodmen Smith. (Contributed) The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently n...