Sound Stewardship of Fish and Wildlife In pursuit of this mission, the Department of Fish and Wildlife will strive to achieve these goals: Department-wide leadership that is effective, efficient and results in public confidence in department management. An environment of respect and trust within the department fostering quality management and decision making. Recruitment, development and retention of a diverse, effectively deployed and well-trained workforce. An informed public, participating in policy development and contributing to quality decision making. Partnerships with public and international entities, tribal leaders, public volunteers and service groups to share responsibility for fish and wildlife. Effective practices partnerships with landowners and land use decision makers to maintain and enhance habitat. Maximum fishing, hunting and non-consumptive recreational opportunities compatible with healthy, diverse fish and wildlife populations. Sustainable management of marine resources to maintain the economic well-being and stability of the state's fishing industry and to enhance recreational and commercial fishing in state and offshore waters.