Careers
Our program is designed to help students become qualified for natural resource management jobs with federal and state agencies, non-governmental organizations, and private industry.
- Rangeland Conservation
- Soil Conservation
- Ecology
- Botany
- Forestry
- Wildlife Biology
- Fisheries Biology
- Zoology
- Conservation Officer
- GIS Specialist
There are over 65,000 wildlife and range science positions nationwide, plus many more with emphasis in teaching and other professions.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median annual earnings of wildlife and range scientists were more than $64,000 in 2022, with the highest paid 10% earning more than $100,000.
The federal government establishes educational standards for various careers in agriculture and natural resources, including range management. Since state and private organizations often align their requirements with those of federal agencies such as the USFS, USDA, NRCS, and BLM, the standards set by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) frequently serve as a common benchmark.
Look here to explore job options.
