career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Conservation Scientists and General and Operations Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Conservation Scientists | General and Operations Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1031 | 11-1021 |
| title | Conservation Scientists | General and Operations Managers |
| onet code | 19-1031.00 | 11-1021.00 |
| description | Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 25,590 | 3,584,420 |
| a mean | 74,310 | 133,120 |
| a median | 67,950 | 102,950 |
| a pct10 | 45,260 | 47,420 |
| a pct25 | 53,190 | 67,160 |
| a pct75 | 87,980 | 164,130 |
| a pct90 | 107,720 | N/A |
| h mean | 35 | 64 |
| h median | 32 | 49 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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