• Conservation Scientists
  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 57,450
    $45,448 range bar $88,691
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Very Fast 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 Annual
Job Growth +1.5%
Job Openings 6

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