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Forester
careerDetailPage.demandMedium
Manage and protect forests for ecological health, timber production, and recreational use, balancing conservation with economic needs
$42,000 – $85,00010% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels
Forestry Technician → Forester → Senior Forester → District Ranger / Forest Supervisor
$85k
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10%
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4
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Foresters manage forest lands for sustainable timber production, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and recreational use. They plan and oversee logging operations, fight wildfires, conduct forest inventories, and implement conservation practices. They work for government agencies (USFS, BLM), timber companies, and conservation organizations. Industry Demand: moderate — approximately 12,000 foresters in the US with steady demand especially for wildfire management and climate adaptation
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✓Work outdoors in forests managing some of the most beautiful landscapes
✓Directly contribute to environmental conservation and climate mitigation
✓Strong government career path with excellent benefits
✓Combine scientific knowledge with practical land management
✓Growing demand for wildfire management and forest resilience expertise
💰 Salary Range
Entry
$42K
Senior
$85K
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