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Conservation Scientists

Conservation scientists manage, develop, and help protect soil and rangelands.

There are two main areas of conservation science: soil conservation and range management. Scientists in both of these areas work to maintain soil, but they focus on different areas.

Why Green?

Conservation scientists study, manage, and protect natural resources, such as soil and forests, to ensure they are used responsibly and remain healthy. Find out more about careers in green.

Conservation Scientists are in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster and the Environmental Service Systems pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median

$28.91 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   5.2%

Below statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Bachelor's degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Carry out environmental studies. Define problems or study plants and animals in the field.
  • Develop good working relationships with other government staff and board members.
  • Study and investigate ways to use land without harming it.
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Job Title Examples:

 Conservationist,  Erosion Control Specialist,  Land Manager 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.