career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health and Foresters. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Foresters |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-2041 | 19-1032 |
| title | Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | Foresters |
| onet code | 19-2041.00 | 19-1032.00 |
| description | Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. | Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 84,930 | 9,650 |
| a mean | 88,640 | 74,670 |
| a median | 80,060 | 70,660 |
| a pct10 | 50,130 | 49,240 |
| a pct25 | 62,090 | 58,810 |
| a pct75 | 103,730 | 85,450 |
| a pct90 | 134,830 | 103,220 |
| h mean | 42 | 35 |
| h median | 38 | 33 |
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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