Conservation Scientists
Onet Code:
19-1031.00
Major Group:
Life Physical and Social Science Occupations 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,
Common Job Titles for this Occupation:
Soil Conservationist, Conservationist, Land Reclamation Specialist, Land Resource Specialist, Resource Conservation Specialist, Environmental Analyst, Erosion Control Specialist, Land Manager, Resource Conservationist, Watershed Program Manager
