JOB ANALYSIS

Job title: ___Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist______ Beginning Salary:

___$59,680______
Skills required_________Communication skills, Critical-thinking skills, Emotional
stamina and stability, Interpersonal skills, Observation skills, Outdoor skills,
Problem-solving skills___________
Education required: ___Entry Level: Bachelors degree, Higher Level investigative
or scientific work: Masters degree, University position and independent research:
Ph.D. ______________
Experience required: _____Well-rounded outdoor skills, may need to know how to
drive a tractor, function a generator, and provide for themselves in remote
locations. May desire internships for practical experience.________

Positive Features:
Benefits
Lodge costs paid when working in the field.
Travel costs paid.
Work variety.

Promotion Opportunities
Typically higher level education gives more pay and less interactive work, as most
possessing a Ph.D need to be familiar with computer software.

Other Considerations* (Such as travel, expense accounts, bonuses, working hours,

training programs, etc.)
When doing field work the travel has large variety.

 Proper training is given.

Travel expenses are paid

Job Outlook:
Percent change in employment is projected to increase by 4% from 2014 to 2024
Negative Features:
Employee expenses
When you are working with a Ph.D you may be self funded
Need to purchase your own supplies

Work requirements:
Need to be capable for providing for yourself in remote locations
Need to be able to function a generator
Need to be capable of being without human contact for long periods of time

Other Considerations* :
May be without human contact for long periods of time
Irregular working hours
Jobs may be hard to come across
You will be out in the field and some conditions may be dangerous