Forest and Conservation Technicians
Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. May compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of forest tracts under the direction of foresters, or train and lead forest workers in forest propagation and fire prevention and suppression. May assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Forest and Conservation Technicians to decrease by -2.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 32,800 to 32,200 jobs. Its estimate of 3,800 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($54,560), education (Associate's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
32,800
Projected employment (2034)
32,200
Projected change (2024–2034)
-2%
Annual openings (projected average)
3,800
Pay & Preparation
$54,560
Associate's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Active Listening (3.75/5) • Critical Thinking (3.75/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.38/5) • Speaking (3.25/5) • Time Management (3.25/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (3.25/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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