Foresters   19-1032

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Description

Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.

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Occupation Details

Location

South Central

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree

Growth Opportunity

11.80% growth rate
4 annual job openings

Wage Range

$36/hour 28.39 36.06 50th percentile 38.63

Required Work Experience

None

On-The-Job Training

None
(no occupation-specific training required)

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