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Occupational Report
for Environmental Scientists (19-2041)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Utilizing knowledge of various scientific disciplines may collect, synthesize, study, report, and take action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. Exclude "Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists" (19-1023), "Conservation Scientists" (19-1031), "Forest and Conservation Technicians" (19-4093), "Fish and Game Wardens" (33-3031), and "Forest and Conservation Workers" (45-4011).
Employment Outlook
for Environmental Scientists
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at about the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average.Reasonable employment opportunities exist for trained workers. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings
for Environmental Scientists
There are 9 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through 9
are listed below.
State of Oregon License Information
for Environmental Scientists
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages
for Environmental Scientists
| Region |
---------------- 2009 Wages ---------------- |
| Percentiles (hourly wages) |
Avg
Hourly
($/hr) |
Avg
Annual |
| 10th |
25th |
50th
(median) |
75th |
90th |
| Oregon Statewide |
$20.66 |
$24.09 |
$29.32 |
$35.86 |
$41.10
|
$30.16 |
$62,718 |
| Multnomah / Washington |
20.85 |
23.93 |
29.77 |
37.25 |
44.60
|
30.91 |
64,301 |
| Marion / Polk / Yamhill |
22.34 |
25.89 |
29.18 |
32.67 |
37.40
|
29.15 |
60,633 |
| Benton / Lincoln / Linn |
19.73 |
25.03 |
33.74 |
39.37 |
45.91
|
33.33 |
69,328 |
| Lane |
18.99 |
21.89 |
27.24 |
33.62 |
39.73
|
28.26 |
58,795 |
| Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco |
21.17 |
23.17 |
27.41 |
34.84 |
46.96
|
30.31 |
63,055 |
| Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson |
21.06 |
25.46 |
29.84 |
34.73 |
38.32
|
29.42 |
61,203 |
| Klamath / Lake |
22.10 |
24.38 |
29.01 |
32.97 |
39.57
|
29.38 |
61,111 |
| Baker / Union / Wallowa |
25.31 |
26.80 |
29.29 |
31.82 |
36.65
|
29.48 |
61,333 |
| Clackamas |
20.09 |
23.69 |
29.60 |
39.21 |
47.05
|
31.35 |
65,217 |
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment
for Environmental Scientists
Industry
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Ownership |
2006
Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
994 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
195 |
|
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
|
Private |
158 |
|
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services
|
Private |
73 |
|
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
|
Private |
70 |
|
Scientific Research and Development Services
|
Private |
15 |
|
Other Services (except Public Administration)
|
Private |
22 |
|
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
|
Private |
22 |
|
Social Advocacy Organizations
|
Private |
18 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Federal |
80 |
|
Federal Government (Non-Postal)
|
Federal |
80 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
State |
571 |
|
Construction
|
State |
59 |
|
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
|
State |
59 |
|
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
|
State |
59 |
|
Health Care and Social Assistance
|
State |
24 |
|
Social Assistance
|
State |
24 |
|
Individual and Family Services
|
State |
24 |
|
Public Administration
|
State |
487 |
|
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
|
State |
382 |
|
Administration of Economic Programs
|
State |
105 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Local |
144 |
|
Public Administration
|
Local |
125 |
|
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
|
Local |
88 |
|
Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
|
Local |
32 |
Educational Requirements
for Environmental 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 Environmental Scientists
- Administer Public Policies And Laws
- Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
- Analyze Theoretical, Observational And Experimental Data
- Apply Basic Chemistry
- Apply Biochemistry Theory
- Apply Biological Theory
- Apply Chemical Laboratory Tests
- Apply Chemistry Theory
- Apply Confidentiality Procedures
- Apply Emergency Management Principles
- Apply Geographic Knowledge
- Apply Health And Sanitation Standards
- Apply Linear Algebra
- Apply Map Reading Techniques In Wilderness Areas
- Apply Mathematical Principles To Social Statistics
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
- Apply Safe Waste Disposal Procedures
- Apply Soil Science Principles
- Apply Statistical Methods
- Collect Air Or Water Samples
- Compile Data
- Compose Business Correspondence
- Conduct Chemical Analyses
- Conduct Field Research
- Conduct Investigations And Research
- Conduct Laboratory Research
- Design Tables Depicting Data
- Develop And Revise Databases
- Enforce Laws, Ordinances And Regulations
- Follow Hazardous Materials Specifications
- Gather Physical Evidence
- Inspect Products And Systems For Regulatory Compliance
- Interpret And Explain Governmental And Organizational Rules, Policies And Regulations
- Judge Soil Conditions
- Make Presentations
- Measure Water Depth
- Operate And Maintain Inspection Tools And Equipment
- Perform Safety Inspections
- Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
- Present Technical Papers And Research Results
- Read And Interpret Aerial Photographs
- Recognize Public Safety Hazards
- Research And Apply Land Use Regulations
- Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
- Understand, Use, And Communicate Technical Information
- Use Algebra
- Use Biological Research Techniques
- Use Calculus
- Use Gis Software
- Use Interviewing Techniques
- Use On-Line Search Techniques
- Use Physical Science Research Techniques
- Use Quantitative Research Methods
- Verify Investigative Information
- Write Grant Proposals
- Write Safety Reports
- Write Technical Papers From Original Research
Schools and Training Providers
for Environmental Scientists
The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:
Southern Oregon University
1250 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, OR 97520
Phone: (541) 552-7672
Programs of Training:
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Oregon Institute of Technology - Klamath Falls
3201 Campus Drive
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
Phone: (541) 885-1000
Programs of Training:
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Linfield College
900 SE Baker
McMinnville, OR 97128
Phone: (503) 883-2200
Programs of Training:
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University of Portland
5000 N Willamette Blvd
Portland, OR 97203
Phone: (503) 943-7911
Programs of Training:
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Portland State University
724 SW Harrison
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4433
Programs of Training:
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Klamath Community College
7390 South Sixth Street
Klamath Falls, OR 97603
Phone: (541) 882-3521
Programs of Training:
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Marylhurst University
17600 Pacific Hwy - Hwy 43
Marylhurst, OR 97036
Phone: (503) 636-8141
Programs of Training:
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Pacific University
2043 College Way
Forest Grove, OR 97116
Phone: (503) 352-3174
Programs of Training:
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Oregon Health & Science University
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
Phone: (503) 494-7800
Programs of Training:
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Oregon State University
104 Kerr Administration Bldg.
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: (541) 737-0123
Programs of Training:
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Lewis & Clark College
0615 S W Palatine Hill Rd
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: (503) 768-7000
Programs of Training:
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University of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: (541) 346-3014
Programs of Training:
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Willamette University
900 State St
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: (503) 370-6300
Programs of Training:
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Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Environmental Scientists
No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
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