The knowledge gained from a Natural Resources major in the Fisheries Conservation and Management concentration of biology, chemistry, ecology, geographic information science (GIS), water quality, policy, and management, forms a strong career foundation. Graduates will be prepared to work as fish surveyors, hatchery managers, conservation researchers, planners, or educators for government agencies, nonprofit organizations, recreation services, or private companies. This concentration is also excellent preparation for graduate studies in fisheries science, environmental science, geography, environmental education, public policy, or landscape architecture. Some of the job titles listed below may require an advanced degree or certificate.
Potential Career Areas:
- Fish surveying
- Hatchery management
- Pollution monitoring
- Research
- Habitat improvement
- Environmental education
- Computer modeling
Sample Employers:
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- National and State Park Services
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
- Land trust agencies
- Nonprofit organizations
- Private companies
Sample Job Titles and National Salary Ranges:
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|
Fish and Wildlife Officer
|
$30,000 - $80,000
|
|
National Park Service Employee
|
$27,431 - $33,979
|
|
Conservation Scientist
|
$36,000 - $59,300
|
|
Ecologist
|
$36,310 - $59,750
|
|
Pollution Control Technician
|
$21,500 - $35,800
|
|
Environmental Specialist, Government
|
$35,000 - $80,000
|
|
Research Technician
|
$20,000 - $69,000
|
|
Hatchery Manager
|
$29,300 - $60,800
|
|
Conservation Officer
|
$28,000 - $70,000
|
|
Natural Resources Technician
|
$22,000 - $49,000
|
|
Policy Analyst
|
$39,000 - $108,000
|
|
Public Information Officer
|
$30,600 - $52,100
|
Sources of Information: United States Department of Labor: Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010); DISCOVER (2011); Facts on File: Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center (2011).