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Conservation Scientists

Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering.

Related Skills:

Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Complex Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Speaking

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Other Career Titles:

Conservationist, Environmental Analyst, Erosion Control Specialist, Land Manager, Land Reclamation Specialist, Land Resource Specialist, Resource Conservation Specialist, Resource Conservationist, Soil Conservationist

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Career Projections 2016 - 2026

Currently Employed

24,500

As of 2019 (Estimated)

Projected Employment

25,800

by 2029

Projected Growth

5%

by 2029

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

is expected for the future

Average National Pay

$62,660

or $30.12 hourly

Training Level

Some College

varies state to state

About Career Projections

Career Projections data is supplied by BLS.gov via the Occupational Outlook Handbook data that was updated in 2018. The data is based on projections from 2016-2026.

Outlook and Impact Employment Outlook

This occupation is expected to grow rapidly.

Outside factors aren't expected to cause future growth.

Some careers face significant change to the work and worker requirements. New tasks, skills, knowledge, credentials are not immediately expected. Employment demand could remain the same or decrease slightly over time.

What They Do

Possible Work Activities

Getting Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Training Options

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Work Values

Relationships

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Working Conditions

Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

Independence

Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

Tasks

Implement soil or water management techniques, such as nutrient management, erosion control, buffers, or filter strips, in accordance with conservation plans.
Advise land users, such as farmers or ranchers, on plans, problems, or alternative conservation solutions.
Monitor projects during or after construction to ensure projects conform to design specifications.
Visit areas affected by erosion problems to identify causes or determine solutions.
Develop or maintain working relationships with local government staff or board members.

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Conservation Scientists

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Currently Employed

24,500

Projected Employment

25,800

Projected Growth

5%

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

Average National Pay

$62,660

Training Level

Some College

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Conservation Scientists

Related Skills:

View this job on:

Other Career Titles:

Currently Employed

24,500

Projected Employment

25,800

Projected Growth

5%

Career Outlook

Rapid Growth

Average National Pay

$62,660

Training Level

Some College

View Other Training Options

View Job and Career Openings

Join Our Mission

ATEEC is supported and funded in part by the National Science Foundation.

About Us

PARTNERS

REPORTS

ATEEC

101 West Third Street, Davenport, IA 52801

Phone: 563.441.4082

Fax: 563.441.4080

Toll-free: 866.419.6761

See our Privacy Policy.