Forester
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.
At a Glance
Forester earns an average of $58,123/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 2 years. Top skills: Forestry, Valid Driver's License, Management.
$58,123/yr
Bachelor's degree
2 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Foresters
Median Wage
$70,660/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+1.2%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (17)
Forestry
Dendrology
Forest Mensuration
Silviculture
Land Management
Forest Management
Forest Ecology
Land Tenure
Arboriculture
Timber Management
Motor Vehicle Operation
Sewage
Wooden Structures
Rangefinder Operation
Urban Forestry
ArcGIS (GIS Software)
Common Skills (12)
Management
Operations
Consulting
Planning
Microsoft Office
Communication
Coordinating
Quality Assurance
Tablets
Certifications (1)
Valid Driver's License
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