Division of Wildlife Conservation
Director

Ryan Scott
Director of the Division of Wildlife Conservation

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Ryan Scott was raised and lives in Juneau. Scott began working for ADF&G in 1991 and currently serves as the Director of the Division of Wildlife Conservation. Scott has worked in many positions, including Fish and Wildlife Technician and Fishery Biologist for the Division of Commercial Fisheries, Area Biologist, Regional Supervisor, and in the director ranks for the Division of Wildlife Conservation. Ryan enjoys hunting and fishing, mostly in Southeast Alaska, and spending time with his family and the many friends he has made across the state while working for ADF&G.

Throughout his career, Scott has been actively involved in various wildlife management activities, including regional and statewide management programs to extensive regulatory work with the Alaska Board of Game, Federal Subsistence Board and a variety of NGOs and local communities. His extensive experience and leadership have significantly contributed to the conservation and management of Alaska's diverse wildlife populations.