Conservation scientists and foresters manage the overall land quality of forests, parks, rangelands, and other natural resources.

Conservation scientists and foresters work for governments (federal, state, or local), on privately owned lands, or in social advocacy organizations.

Conservation scientists and foresters typically need a bachelor's degree in forestry or a related field. 

The median annual wage for conservation scientists and foresters was $60,220 in May 2015.

Employment of conservation scientists and foresters is projected to grow 7 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Heightened demand for American timber and wood pellets will help increase the overall job prospects for conservation scientists and foresters.

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