Career Details
ENTRY WAGE LEVEL
$29.91
UPPER WAGE LEVEL
$57.21
AVERAGE ANNUAL
$92,707
JOBS IN THE REGION
61
JOB 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 the health of the population. 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. Excludes “Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists” (19-1023), “Conservation Scientists” (19-1031), “Forest and Conservation Technicians” (19-4093), “Fish and Game Wardens” (33-3031), and “Forest and Conservation Workers” (45-4011).
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State of Oregon Licenses and Education
Licenses
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Schools & Training Providers
| Southern Oregon University | Ashland | Environmental Studies |
| Oregon Institute of Technology | Klamath Falls | Environmental Science |
| Oregon State University | Corvallis | Environmental Science |
| Grow with Google | Online | Google Project Management: Sustainability |
View a Calendar of Other Local Trainings.
For training information including possible financial support, contact your local WorkSource Rogue Valley Work Center (Jackson and Josephine Counties).
Call: Jackson County 541-734-7533 or Josephine County 541-471-3811
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