Careers in Natural Resources Richard Calnan May 17, 2016

Introduction Background Undergrad Grad School Experience Domestic NH, CA, KY, DC, MA International US Peace Corps USDA Forest Service US Geological Survey Today Career Options Education Options Organizations

What Can I Do In Natural Resources? Wildlife Biologist Fisheries Logging Crew Forest Engineer Field Forester Sawmill Operator Wood Technologist Procurement Forester Hydrologist Watershed Manager Wildland Firefighter Range Manager Seedling Nursery manager Geneticist Recreation/Tourism Manager Cultural Resources Manager Arborist Urban Forester Soil Scientist Entomologist Limnologist Botany/Medicinal Plants GIS and Geographer Satellites Climate Change Biodiversity Ecosystems Manager Law Enforcement Economics Pathology Environmental Education Specialist/Interpreter

Surveying and Inventory

What Kind of Work is Available? List of jobs on previous page. You can work at almost any level: Local, state, national or international You can work in any sector: NGO’s Private Governmental

Volcanology and Range Mgt.

EDUCATION High School Diploma Associates Degree or Technical School Bachelor’s Degree Master’s Degree PhD If a four-year program isn’t right for you, consider a two-year technical degree. Natural Resource technicians are vital to conducting tree and wildlife inventories and gather research data on species and populations of fauna and flora, disease and insect damage, and tree seedling mortality. They also help with fire suppression and training, harvest operation monitoring, law enforcement, and reforestation.

Fisheries and Botany

ORGANIZATIONS Local and State Organizations Town, City and State Governments Dep’t. of Land & Natural Resources State Parks State Forests and Reserves County Extension Services Schools Recreation Areas, Museums and Cultural Sites Utility Companies Local Conservation Groups, AKA “NGO’s”

Hydrology and Plant Genetics

Federal Agencies USDA Forest Service IPIF and HETF (Hilo) USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service USDI National Park Service Fish and Wildlife Service Bureau of Land Management US Geological Survey Bureau of Indian Affairs Defense EPA Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Smithsonian Institute

Timber Planning & Fire Fighting

International United Nations Environmental Program Food & Agriculture Organization (incl. Forestry and Wildlife) UNESCO Science Education Satellites Geosciences & Geoparks Oceans UNICEF UN Development Program

International World Wildlife Fund CARE Bilateral Aid Agencies (USAID) Resources For the Future Organization for Tropical Studies International Tropical Timber Organization World Bank Asian Development Bank

Careers in Natural Resources With the many facets of natural resources today, jobs are myriad—forest science, urban forestry, forest conservation, forest ecology, forest biology, environmental technology, biotechnology, and wood and paper sciences are a few options available. Visit the Careers in Forestry and Natural Resources website for a sample of the amazingly diverse and enriching careers in the world of forestry and natural resource management and science. Career Building Resources and Tools for Students and Parents Here are some tools that the US Department of Labor has developed with the help of the Society of American Foresters and forestry agencies such as the US Forest Service. The Career Voyages website was developed to keep students and parents informed about hot jobs. Where is forestry listed? Green Jobs and Geospatial Technology are places to look. The site includes a series of career videos. Forester is found under Geospatial Technology.

Fisheries & Timber Inventory

The Tools and Technology tab on the Career Voyages website directs you to the website created for them by O*NET. SAF technician members helped O*NET develop an excellent Summary Report for Forest and Conservation Technicians. The O*NET Resource Center has a variety of tools to help students find a career that suites them. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has additional information about jobs, income and future demand for jobs. Learn more about Forester jobs and income and Forest Technician jobs and income. The US Department of Agriculture prepares a periodic report on Opportunities for College Graduates in the U.S. Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resources System with information about all agricultural occupations including Forestry. Additional information is available on the USDA Living Science website.

What Can Students Do To Give Back Locally? Contact local NGO’s Volunteer Internships Part Time/Seasonal Jobs Organize Clean up Days Tree Plantings Recycling Partner Groups

Trail Construction & Wildlife Mgt.

Current Issues and Topics Climate Change Connections Between Nature and Human Health Human Dimensions of Urban Forestry and Urban Greening Indigenous Perspectives Marine Protected Areas NEPA Process Smart Growth Understanding the Connection between Ecosystems, Humans, and the Economy

Water Quality & Satellite Mapping

Professional Societies Society of American Foresters The Wildlife Society Wildlife Conservation Society Soil Science Society Range Management ISTF Geological Society of America National Association for Interpretation

Wildlife Policy Analyst Applies wildlife management theories and practices to laws and regulations governing wildlife and habitats. Wildlife policy analysts often work for governments, legislative bodies, nonprofit organizations, or industry groups. Wildlife Manager A wildlife manager uses wildlife science to formulate and apply scientifically sound solutions to wildlife and habitat management problems. Wildlife Biologist Gathers, analyzes, and interprets data on wildlife and habitats, including behavior, disease, ecology, genetics, nutrition, population dynamics, physiology, land-use changes, and pollution to conserve wildlife species and improve habitat conditions.

Wildlife Inspector and Forensics Specialist Intercepts smuggled, illegal shipments of live wild animals for the pet trade and wild animal parts for trophy or medicinal purposes. Communications and Public Relations Specialist Communications and public relations specialists write articles and news releases, create brochures and websites, photograph wildlife and conservation activities, and speak at public gatherings or through the media.

Wildlife Educator Teaches high school and university students about wildlife science and conservation including wildlife biology, ecology, physiology, disease, toxicology, taxonomy, economics, research and management techniques, and conservation policy and law. Public Educator and Outreach Specialist Educates the public about wildlife species and conservation issues. Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer Enforces wildlife laws and regulations to maintain wildlife populations at desired levels. Wildlife Technician Collects data on wildlife and habitats under the supervision of a Wildlife Manager or Wildlife Biologists. Natural Resource Economist Provides economic analyses of natural resources to support policies, critical habitat designation, assess damage, and analyze environmental plans. Wildlife Administrator Works with many stakeholders and budgets to provide assistance in promoting sound resource management programs designed to effectively manage wildlife and habitats. GIS Specialist Works with Geographic Information Systems and other technologies to interpret data and make management and policy recommendations concerning wildlife and their habitats.