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19-1031.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Conservation Scientists

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. 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, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering.

Primary Directive

Support conservation efforts through scientific analysis and community engagement.

Execution Steps
  1. 1

    Assess land use and conservation needs

    Gather information from GIS databases to evaluate land use and conservation requirements.

  2. 2

    Develop conservation plans

    Plan soil management practices like crop rotation and erosion control to achieve conservation objectives.

  3. 3

    Advise land users on best practices

    Consult with farmers or ranchers to provide tailored conservation solutions and address their concerns.

  4. 4

    Monitor project implementation

    Oversee conservation projects to ensure they adhere to design specifications and best practices.

  5. 5

    Evaluate and report on outcomes

    Analyze project results and compile reports to assess the effectiveness of conservation measures.

Toolbox Requirements
Adobe AcrobatAutodesk AutoCADESRI ArcGIS softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft Active Server Pages ASPMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.