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- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
- Annual Median Wage$ 61,820$44,000
$110,140
Annual NC Wage Range
Growth RateModerately Growing
- Conservation Scientists manage the land quality of forests, parks, rangelands, and other natural resources.
What do they typically do
- Oversee conservation and forestry activities to ensure compliance with government regulations and protection of habitats
- Negotiate terms and conditions for contracts related to forest harvesting or land use
- Establish plans for managing forest lands and resources
- Choose and prepare sites for new trees, using controlled burning, bulldozers, or herbicides to clear land
- Monitor forest-cleared lands and forest regeneration
- Direct and participate in forest fire suppression
- Work with private landowners, governments, farmers, and others to remove timber or improve land with minimal environmental damage
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.1%Job Opening 32Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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