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Summary Description


	Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management. May collect and analyze biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water habitats.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Animal Behaviorist

2.	Animal Biologist

3.	Aquatic Biologist

4.	Assistant Research Scientist

5.	Behaviorist

6.	Black Bear Project Leader

7.	Conservation Resources Management Biologist

8.	Cryptozoologist

9.	Dolphin Researcher

10.	Ecologist

11.	Entomologist

12.	Environmental Consultant

13.	Environmental Specialist

14.	Field Naturalist

15.	Fish and Wildlife Biologist

16.	Fish and Wildlife Scientific Aid

17.	Fish Biologist

18.	Fish Conservationist

19.	Fish Culturist

20.	Fish Technologist

21.	Fisheries Biologist

22.	Fisheries Management Biologist

23.	Fishery Biologist

24.	Forest Service Wildlife Program Leader

25.	Game Management Assistant Chief

26.	Hatchery Superintendant

27.	Herpetologist

28.	Ichthyologist

29.	Lepidopterist

30.	Limnologist

31.	Mammalogist

32.	Marine Biologist

33.	Marine Scientist

34.	Migratory Game Bird Biologist

35.	Naturalist

36.	Nematologist

37.	Ornithologist

38.	Protozoologist

39.	Shark Biologist

40.	Terrestrial Ecologist

41.	Threatened and Endangered Species Coordinator

42.	Wildlife Biologist

43.	Wildlife Conservationist

44.	Wildlife Diversity Program Manager

45.	Wildlife Division Manager

46.	Wildlife Ecologist

47.	Wildlife Health Specialist

48.	Wildlife Manager

49.	Wildlife Program Manager

50.	Wildlife Technician

51.	Zookeeper

52.	Zoologist

Job Tasks

	Oversee the care and distribution of zoo animals, working with curators and zoo directors to determine the best way to contain animals, maintain their habitats and manage facilities.

	Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry. Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.

	Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations. Measure environmental characteristics.

	Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings. Plan biological research.

	Make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options. Advise others about environmental management or conservation.

	Disseminate information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park interpretive programs. Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.

	Study characteristics of animals, such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories and diseases, development, genetics, and distribution.

	Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases.

	Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them. Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms.

	Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife. Communicate with the public on environmental issues.

	Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease. Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.

	Perform administrative duties such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff.

	Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope. Analyze biological samples. Collect biological specimens.

	Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws, and notify law enforcement when violations are identified. Assess compliance with environmental laws.

	Raise specimens for study and observation or for use in experiments. Care for plants or animals.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
	Zoologists and wildlife biologists study animals and other wildlife and how they interact with their ecosystems. They study the physical characteristics of animals, animal behaviors, and the impacts humans have on wildlife and natural habitats.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
	Zoologists and wildlife biologists work in offices, laboratories, or outdoors. Depending on their job, they may spend considerable time in the field gathering data and studying animals in their natural habitats.

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