Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

ExistingUsers

User Name:

Password:

NewUsers

FeaturedResources

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Careers / Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Job 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. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

	Read More >>

Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

	Read More >>

Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Environmental Scientists and Specialists

Federal, State, and local governments employ 44 percent of all environmental scientists and specialists. A bachelor’s degree in any life or physical science is generally sufficient for most entry-level positions, although many employers prefer a master’s degree. Job prospects are expected to be favorable, particularly for environmental health workers in State and local government.
	Read More >>

Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	18,740
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	18,290
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	11,640
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	11,500
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	5,860
Scientific Research and Development Services	3,600
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	3,510
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution	1,200
Social Advocacy Organizations	880
Management of Companies and Enterprises	820

Career Video

Title: "Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health"

Duration: 01:30

Related Careers

	Biologists

	Biochemists and Biophysicists

	Microbiologists

	Foresters

	Food Science Technicians

Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
Average Annual Salary	$68,810
Average Hourly Wage	$33.08
Total Employment	83,090