Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards, and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists to increase by 13.1% between 2024 and 2034, from 3,000 to 3,400 jobs. Its estimate of 400 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($56,870), education (High school diploma or equivalent), and related experience (Less than 5 years) 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)
3,000
Projected employment (2034)
3,400
Projected change (2024–2034)
13%
Annual openings (projected average)
400
Pay & Preparation
$56,870
High school diploma or equivalent
Less than 5 years
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Critical Thinking (4/5) • Speaking (3.75/5) • Coordination (3.75/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (3.62/5) • Active Listening (3.62/5) • Complex Problem Solving (3.5/5)
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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