Environmental Science
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CAREER AREAS
Water Resources Management of water resources Essential nutrient for all plant and animal life
Soil Resources Primary focus is the top layer of the soil Top layer is that suitable for the growth of plant life
Forestry Industry that grows, manages and harvests trees for lumber, posts, paper, panels and many more commodities
Wildlife Animals that are adapted to live in a natural environment without the help of humans
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CAREERS
Soil Scientist Classifies soil according to the most appropriate use Bachelors Degree (4 Years)
Soil Conservationist Assist landowners in implementing best land use pracatices
Soil Technician Uses equipment to take soil samples Perform technical field work
Ecologist Studies the effect of the environment on animal life
Wildlife Biologist Requires a masters degree Perform research on habitats and wildlife Advises governments in establishing game laws and habitat improvement programs
Wildlife Officer Major part of the job is working outdoors to monitor hunting and fishing Administers stiff penalties on offenders omeanEnforcementOfficer.aspxhttp:// omeanEnforcementOfficer.aspx
Game Warden “Wildlife Officer” Enforces hunting and fishing regulations Bachelors degree Educates the public, and improves habitat
10’ Alligator in Jacksonville
Juvenielle bald eagle shot by a rifle: $100,000/1yr prison. Maggie Valley, NC
North Carolina Wildlife Commission NC Agency responsible for controlling and harvesting of wildlife and fish
Wildlife Manager Advises land owners Manage game populations on public land
Wildlife Technician Works in the field tagging animals, gathering data and assisting with research
Silviculturist A person who scientifically classifies forests
Forester Provides assistance in managing forests for the private land owner and commercial grower
Urban Forester Person responsible for the health and well being of city trees
Forestry Consultant Advises private land owners
Timber Cruiser A person who assists the land owner in evaluating the value of timber Estimates timber volume High school diploma and special training
Logging Foreman A career that involves overseeing and managing a logging operation
Loggers One who harvests trees
Skidder Operator A career that involves moving downed trees from the cutting site to the loading area
Skidder
Feller Buncher
DANGEROUS CAREER?
Global Scene Soil and water management specialists are in demand on the global scene WHY?
WILDLIFE CAREERS