Core Responsibilities Program Leadership: Direct regional sportfish and native aquatic species. Team Budget Management: Supervise, train, and mentor staff while managing regional budgets and state/federal grants. Science Regulation: Oversee population monitoring, scientific research, and data analysis to inform management, fishing regulations and develop, implement and adhere to management plans. Public Engagement: Represent the DWR at Regional Advisory Council (RAC) meetings and engage with key stakeholders.