The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator exam scheduled for Friday, June 21, 2019. The exam will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the DEC Region 2 office, 47-40 21st Street, Long Island City, NY 11101. 

The examination is for individuals seeking a general (commercial) license to provide wildlife removal services. For more information on the Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator License and links to obtain study materials please visit DEC’s website.

Individuals can register for the exam by contacting the DEC Region 2 wildlife office at (718) 482-4922 or email R2.NaturalResources@dec.ny.gov and provide your name, mailing address, phone number and an email address. There is no fee to take the exam.