The Science and Policy concentration in the Environmental Science major is an interdisciplinary focal area that integrates biology, ecology, chemistry, physics, and agriculture with the study of natural resources and environmental policy issues. Graduates might work in policy design, analysis, or enforcement; as consultants; in legal services; or as researchers. This major is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in geography, arid lands resource science, public policy, or environmental law. Some of the job titles listed below may require an advanced degree.
Potential Career Areas:
- Policy design
- Enforcement
- Conservation
- Advocacy
- Management
- Consulting
- Communications
- Legal services
- Research
- Education
Sample Employers:
- Government agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Research institutes
- Consulting firms
- Think tanks
- Political campaigns and politicians
- Colleges and universities
- Legal firms
- Development firms
- Park and wildlife services
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
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Science Policy Analyst
|
$38,760 - $108,290
|
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Climate Change Analyst
|
$37,900 - $61,700
|
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Research Associate
|
$23,600 - $60,700
|
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Environmental Activist
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$30,000 - $40,000
|
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Environmental Campaign Staff Worker
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$20,000 - $50,000
|
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Environmental Planner
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$37,960 - $59,810
|
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Conservation Officer
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$28,000 - $70,000
|
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Environmental Protection Specialist
|
$26,600 - $41,400
|
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Public Information Officer
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$30,600 - $52,100
|
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Director of Conservation
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$35,000 - $65,000
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Environmental Compliance Inspector
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$34,500 - $58,700
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Environmental Protection Agency Special Agent
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$17,803 - $42,647
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Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).