Divisions
Marine Police
The Marine Police Division patrols public waterways, supervises the registration of non-commercial boats and boat operator licensing, and provides public education. The Marine Police Division is a law enforecement entity with police powers statewide.
Marine Resources
The Marine Resources Division manages state marine resources through research and enforcement programs. The Marine Resources Division is a law enforcement entity with police powers statewide.
State Lands
The State Lands Division manages undeveloped state-owned land, most of which is held in trust for specific public purposes.
State Parks
The State Parks Division is the Division which is most well known by the public due to the role of maintaining and operating Alabama's State Parks. The Division is charged with acquiring and preserving natural areas, managaing those areas for public benefit, and educating the public of Alabama's environment.
Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries
The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division manages and protects wildlife and freshwater aquatic resources in Alabama and is responsible for the management of Alabama's Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs). The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division is a law enforecement entity with police powers statewide.
Administrative Division
The Administrative Division provides support services such as human resources, legal, and payroll to the operating divisions.
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