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	Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park.

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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.

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Conservation Scientists and Foresters

About 68 percent of conservation scientists and foresters work for Federal, State, or local governments. Most jobs require a bachelor's degree; research and teaching positions usually require a graduate degree. Foresters and conservation scientists should enjoy working outdoors, be able to tolerate extensive walking and other types of physical exertion, and be willing to relocate to find work. In addition to job openings from growth, many openings are expected as today's conservation scientists and foresters retire.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Conservation Scientists
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	6,970
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	4,840
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	3,440
Social Advocacy Organizations	1,750
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services	750
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	420
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	210
Scientific Research and Development Services	170
Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions	110
Employment Services	30

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Title: "Conservations Scientist"

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Salaries

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Related Majors & Degrees

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Interesting Fact

The state with the largest agricultural industry is California, which has a production more than double the second-place state.

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