As of June 2026, Conservation Scientists has an AI-exposure score of 59/100 (Elevated exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.

AI Exposure Score for

Conservation Scientists

59/100
Elevated exposure
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More exposed than 62% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$73,010. About 2,500 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).

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How this role compares to similar Science roles

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Role snapshot

What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering.

Common titles
ConservationistLand Resource SpecialistResearch Soil ScientistResource ConservationistEnvironmental AnalystEnvironmental Quality Scientist
Typical preparation
Considerable Preparation Needed: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be...
Skills and knowledge
Reading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingCritical ThinkingScienceWriting
Tools and technology
ESRI ArcGIS softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft WordAdobe AcrobatAutodesk AutoCAD
Work context
Email useTelephoneFace-to-face discussionsDecision latitudeFrequent contact with others

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Conservation Scientists, SOC 19-1031.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Conservation Scientists tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable
  • Gather information from geographic information systems (GIS) databases or applications to formulate land use recommendations.
  • Enter local soil, water, or other environmental data into adaptive or Web-based decision tools to identify appropriate analyses or techniques.
  • Provide information, knowledge, expertise, or training to government agencies at all levels to solve water or soil management problems or to assure coordination of resource protection activities.
1 more automatable task locked in the report.
Augmentable
  • Develop or maintain working relationships with local government staff or board members.
  • Respond to complaints or questions on wetland jurisdiction, providing information or clarification.
13 more augmentable tasks locked in the report.
Durable
  • Develop, conduct, or participate in surveys, studies, or investigations of various land uses to inform corrective action plans.
Action steps for this durable task locked in the report.

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