FWS Mission

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is a Bureau within the Department of the Interior (Department) whose mission is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.

The Information Resources and Technology Management Mission

The Information Resources and Technology Management (IRTM) program is responsible for maintaining and enhancing management of the Service's information resources and technology, providing customer support, and developing policies, procedures, and guidance in support of the Service's mission.

Information Resources and Technology Management Strategic Plan

The IRTM Strategic Plan (PDF) describes our goals and objectives for fiscal years 2005 through 2009.
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Strategic Plan

The GIS Strategic Plan (PDF), dated June 1, 2006, describes our geospatial goals and objectives for fiscal years 2005 through 2009. This plan encompasses the goals and objectives in the Service IRTM Strategic Plan and replaces the previous GIS Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2001 through 2004.
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Data Standards

Service data standards, processes, and definitions are available on-line.

Our address is :
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Division of Information Resources & Technology Management
4401 N. Fairfax Drive
Suite 340
Arlington, Va 22203

Telephone number: (703)358-1729
Fax number: (703)358-2251