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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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Conservation Scientists
Employment Outlook for Conservation Scientists
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be at about the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the regional average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the regional average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Conservation Scientists There are 1 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 1 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
0006123 - Faculty Research Assistant 8/24/10 Corvallis $38,000/yr to $48,000/yr DOE
Job Openings from the Web for Conservation Scientists The following job openings have been automatically extracted from various sites across the Web. These links are provided as supplemental resources. However, the Employment Department cannot validate these openings nor endorse any of these external sites. Some of these jobs may no longer be open. In some cases, a single opening may be posted on multiple sites.

There are 2 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 2 are listed below.

Job Title Date Posted Location Employer
Ecological Site Inventory Specialist (Interdisciplinary) 8/24/10 Portland Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service
Range Management Specialist, DEU 8/24/10 Redmond Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service
State of Oregon License Information for Conservation Scientists No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Conservation Scientists
Region ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $18.69 $23.32 $29.41 $37.16 $49.16 $31.95 $66,455
Multnomah / Washington 22.51 28.29 37.29 52.17 70.29 41.04 85,376
Lane 20.77 22.61 24.14 39.36 41.54 30.63 63,723
Jackson / Josephine 20.70 23.38 27.43 32.83 37.16 28.34 58,959
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 27.29 29.40 30.18 34.67 39.78 31.25 64,999
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 16.75 18.30 21.53 24.88 34.44 22.94 47,724
Klamath / Lake 21.78 24.87 29.18 34.66 35.58 28.96 60,237
Baker / Union / Wallowa 22.61 24.87 28.39 32.83 35.58 28.93 60,175
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Conservation Scientists
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 440 454 14 3.2% 1 5 6
Multnomah / Washington 86 94 8 9.3% 1 1 2
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 63 65 2 3.2% 0 1 1
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 53 53 0 0.0% 0 1 1
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 40 44 4 10.0% 0 0 1
Grant / Harney / Malheur 34 35 1 2.9% 0 0 1
Klamath / Lake 24 25 1 4.2% 0 0 0
Baker / Union / Wallowa 22 22 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Morrow / Umatilla 20 19 -1 -5.0% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 20 21 1 5.0% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 12 13 1 8.3% 0 0 0
Lane 11 11 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Clackamas 10 10 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 8 10 2 25.0% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Douglas 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Conservation Scientists
Industry
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Ownership 2008
Employment
Total, All Industries All 440
Total, All Industries Private 59
Other Services (except Public Administration) Private 57
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations Private 57
Social Advocacy Organizations Private 57
Total, All Industries Federal 250
Federal Government (Non-Postal) Federal 250
Total, All Industries State 65
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing State 34
Real Estate State 34
Lessors of Real Estate State 34
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation State 24
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions State 24
Total, All Industries Local 54
Public Administration Local 44
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support Local 18
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs Local 26
Total, All Industries Tribal 12
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 programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

Chemeketa Community College
4000 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, OR 97305
Phone: (503) 399-5000
Programs of Training:
Mt Hood Community College
26000 SE Stark St
Gresham, OR 97030
Phone: (503) 491-6422
Programs of Training:
Portland State University
724 SW Harrison
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4433
Programs of Training:
Oregon State University
104 Kerr Administration Bldg.
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: (541) 737-0123
Programs of Training:
Treasure Valley Community College
650 College Blvd
Ontario, OR 97914
Phone: (541) 881-8822
Programs of Training:
University of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: (541) 346-3014
Programs of Training:
Oregon State University-Cascades Campus
2600 NW College Way
Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 322-3100
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Conservation Scientists No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Conservation Scientists matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Foresters 67%
Soil And Plant Scientists 59%
Agricultural And Food Scientists 49%
Food Scientists And Technologists 43%
Zoologists And Wildlife Biologists 42%
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers 41%
Environmental Scientists And Specialists, Including Health 39%
Biological Scientists, All Other 39%
Animal Scientists 39%
Microbiologists 38%