1. Andrew Burkhart Holly Roberts

2. To restore/preserve healthy ecosystems, which in turn benefits humans’ health and lifestyles One of the fastest-growing and broadest fields New technology has created new jobs Massive worldwide funding has supported a plethora of varied and widespread jobs

4. DNR Employment Info *5 Environmental Biologists 4 Fisher Research Biologists Avian Biologists / Mammal Biologist / Deer Management Biologist / Private Land Biologist Government Programs - !12! *Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Center for Disease Control (CDC) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Department of Defense Bureau of Land Management Bureau of Reclamation Bureau of Indiana Affairs US Park Service US Forest Service Us Geological Survey Animal and Plant Inspection Corps of Engineers

5. Key Salary: $47,000 – $74,000 Title: Fish and Wildlife Biologist Department of the Interior Locale: Helena, Montana Benefits: That of Governmental Employee (Health Insurance / 401(k) / 13-26 days Vacation time/supplemental dental & vision Duties: Gathers/Interprets Biological Information for Management Plans Plans projects to insure standards met benefitting Fish/Wildlife Resources Reviews Permit Applications under Corps of Engineers Analyzes Results of specific Investigations

6. Job under US Fish and Wildlife Service Department of Interior Mission : “… uses sound science to manage and sustain America’s lands, water, wildlife” Fish and Wildlife Service: “Our mission is to work with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats” “departments/divisions related”

7. Requirements: “completion of 4 year degree” Major field must be 24 hours of study ‘either in biological sciences/agriculture/natural resource management/chemistry’ http://www.fws.gov/humancap ital/factsheetpdfs/Qualificatio nRequirementsfinal.pdf http://www.fws.gov/humancap ital/factsheetpdfs/Qualificatio nRequirementsfinal.pdf

9. Contact Info: Sarah E. Holder (303)236-4498 USAJOBS.com sarah_holder@fws.gov reference number: R6-12-651442-D exta: fws.gov (“many more similar positions availabl e’)

10. Environmental Research Conducted by scientists studying all biological aspects of the environment Ecologists Biologists Zoologists Biochemists Marine biologists Botany Microbiologists Physiologists

11. Environmental Outreach Communicate knowledge about the environment to the public Environmental educators Environmental journalists Interpretive naturalists Environmental advocates Technical writers

12. Environmental Engineering and Sciences Prevent and eradicate pollution and respond to environmental emergencies Chemical engineers Civil engineers Water and air quality engineers Solid and hazardous waste engineers Marine biologists Pollution control technicians Wastewater treatment plant operators

13. Environmental Policy, Legislation, and Regulation Develop and enforce environmental regulations Environmental lawyers Paralegals Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) inspectors Environmental Compliance Agency workers

14. Environmental Planning and Analysis Find ways to reduce damage to the environment Environmental planners Environmental analysts

15. Natural Resources Conservation/Management Maintain and manage natural resources Wildlife conservationists Foresters Fishery and wildlife managers Energy and conservation technicians Forestry and conservation technicians

16. Traits pointing to success in an environmental career may include (but are not limited to): Investigative—keeps your interest by encouraging curiosity and the desire to research and solve problems Intuitive—being able to see patterns and conceptualize theories is beneficial to see the whole picture and tie data together Extrovert—helps you work in teams, come up with plans, and collaborate on a project

17. Can be independent and work with others Rewarding when you solve a problem Comfortable-generous pay (depends on degree) Opportunity for advancement/salary increase Job outlook is good for any kind of degree (Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate) Opportunity to travel Contains many outlets for career extension +Healthcare/insurance benefits

18. Can work for months without finding answers Requires a lot of patience Can be high stress, demanding for time, and hold lots of responsibility May be relocated frequently if involved in federal government program

19. New regulations, technologies, and crises influence demand May obtain higher/different/more specific degree during or after career change Academia—Doctorates open more realms of opportunity; high promotion prospects for non- academic research facilities or government agencies, and self employment Can move to different departments Many job openings in next 5-10 years due to retirement (although dependant on economic status)

20. Extra Links: 1) General New York Times Articles “The promise of..college” About Philosophy Majors http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/29/opinion/sunday/bruni- the-imperiled-promise-of-college.html http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/29/opinion/sunday/bruni- the-imperiled-promise-of-college.html “Earnings of College Men About general job hunting 1925 ‘The public at large is far more interested in learning the income of men who, after graduating, go job hunting ‘cold turkey’ and who have to make their own way by sheer chance, ability and determination… I arrive at the annual salary - $3,200” http://query.nytimes.com/mem/archive/pdf?res=F6081EF63F5 51B7A93C5A8178ED85F418285F9 http://query.nytimes.com/mem/archive/pdf?res=F6081EF63F5 51B7A93C5A8178ED85F418285F9 2) Naturejobs.com

21. Source : http://economix.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/06/25/why-college-brings-a-huge-return/

22. See federal programs/sites DNR