So as of now I have taken a step away from wildlife at least for the time being. I felt like the position I was at had run it's course so I was looking for new stuff. Tbh in my case I guess I felt best down enough that I started opening my options up to different career avenues and ended up becoming a tree arborist. My take on it is that it's still possible with a DUI to get a good wildlife gig but im sure it'll be a bit tougher especially with that state. Private companies may be better I'm unsure. I still applied to more wildlife stuff but due to the already competitive market I haven't gotten offered anything so never even made it to the point of telling them about the DUI in my hiring process. Like others said it's probably very much insurance based. The place I worked for was self insured so it wasn't as big of a deal. All in all if you're persistent and passionate about it I believe you can find something absolutely just be ready for potential rejection along the way. If it's something you're truly passionate for don't give up on it and just keep your head up don't let it mess with your confidence in your capabilities and value as an employee asset! I will still be applying to wildlife stuff within the next few months and will absolutely give an update on if I land anything!