West Texas A&M University Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management

  • A program that prepares individuals to conserve and manage wilderness areas and the flora and fauna therein, and manage wildlife reservations and zoological facilities for recreational, commercial, and ecological purposes. Includes instruction in wildlife biology; environmental science; natural resources management and policy; outdoor recreation and parks management; the design and operation of natural and artificial wildlife habitats; applicable law and regulations; and related administrative and communications skills. Find colleges offering wildlife and wildlands science and management degree.
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    • Job Description
      Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management, including the collection and analysis of biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water areas. Read more about zoologists and wildlife biologists in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 19,500
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 22,000
      • Percent Job Growth: 2.50%
    • Job Description
      Plan and develop coordinated practices for soil erosion control, soil and water conservation, and sound land use. Read more about soil and water conservationists in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 18,300
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 20,500
      • Percent Job Growth: 2.20%
    • Job Description
      Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife. Read more about range managers in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 18,300
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 20,500
      • Percent Job Growth: 2.20%
    • Job Description
      Plan, develop, and conduct programs to inform public of historical, natural, and scientific features of national, state, or local park. Read more about park naturalists in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 18,300
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 20,500
      • Percent Job Growth: 2.20%
    • Job Description
      Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. Compile biological data. Read more about fish & game wardens in our career profile section.
      Projections
      • Total Employment (2008): 8,300
      • Total Employment Projected (2018): 9,000
      • Percent Job Growth: 0.7%
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