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Occupational Report
for Conservation Scientists (19-1031)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
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 from fire and rodent damage. 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. Exclude "Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists" (19-1023) and "Foresters" (19-1032).
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Employment Outlook
for Conservation Scientists
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average.Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist for trained workers. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings
for Conservation Scientists
There are 4 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through 4
are listed below.
State of Oregon License Information
for Conservation Scientists
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Industries of Employment
for Conservation Scientists
Industry
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Ownership |
2006
Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
474 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
52 |
|
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
|
Private |
12 |
|
Scientific Research and Development Services
|
Private |
12 |
|
Other Services (except Public Administration)
|
Private |
39 |
|
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
|
Private |
39 |
|
Social Advocacy Organizations
|
Private |
39 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Federal |
265 |
|
Federal Government (Non-Postal)
|
Federal |
265 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
State |
67 |
|
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing
|
State |
29 |
|
Real Estate
|
State |
29 |
|
Lessors of Real Estate
|
State |
29 |
|
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
|
State |
16 |
|
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
|
State |
16 |
|
Public Administration
|
State |
17 |
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Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development
|
State |
17 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Local |
80 |
|
Public Administration
|
Local |
73 |
|
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
|
Local |
18 |
|
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
|
Local |
55 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Tribal |
10 |
|
Public Administration
|
Tribal |
10 |
Educational Requirements
for Conservation Scientists
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills
for Conservation Scientists
- Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
- Apply Basic Chemistry
- Apply Biological Theory
- Apply Chemical Laboratory Tests
- Apply Chemistry Theory
- Apply Emergency Management Principles
- Apply Fire Suppression Techniques
- Apply Linear Algebra
- Apply Map Reading Techniques In Wilderness Areas
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Plant Materials Principles
- Apply Principles Of Soil Protection, Improvement And Conservation
- Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
- Apply Soil Science Principles
- Conduct Chemical Analyses
- Conduct Investigations And Research
- Conduct Laboratory Research
- Conduct Qualitative Analysis
- Conduct Quantitative Analysis
- Design Tables Depicting Data
- Develop And Revise Databases
- Diagnose And Solve Agricultural Production Problems
- Identify Wood Species And Characteristics
- Inspect Fields Or Forests To Detect Plant Diseases, Pest Infestations Or Noxious Weeds
- Interpret And Apply Knowledge Of Relevant Laws
- Investigate Crop Damage Caused By Wildlife
- Judge Soil Conditions
- Make Presentations
- Negotiate Timber Sales And Reforestation Contracts
- Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
- Present Technical Papers And Research Results
- Read And Interpret Aerial Photographs
- Read Maps
- Read Measuring And Metering Devices Used In Forestry
- Recognize Plant Disease
- Recognize Tree And Forest Plant Species
- Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
- Understand, Use, And Communicate Technical Information
- Use Algebra
- Use Biological Research Techniques
- Use Calculus
- Use Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Use Gis Software
- Use Long Term Forest Planning Techniques
- Use Quantitative Research Methods
- Write Grant Proposals
- Write Project Or Bid Proposals
- Write Technical Papers From Original Research
Schools and Training Providers
for Conservation Scientists
The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:
Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Conservation Scientists
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