Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.
$69,060
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+3% projected 2024–2034
Bachelor's degree
Typical Entry-Level Education
What They Do
Conservation scientists and foresters manage the land quality of forests, parks, rangelands, and other natural resources.
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