Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC Code: 25-1043 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Richmond, VA | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
| Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $164,840,000 | $210,891,200 | $256,942,400 | $302,993,600 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi State University | 7 | $80,639 |
| Oregon State University | 7 | $105,444 |
| UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA | 4 | $94,566 |
| Louisiana Tech University | 4 | $38,006,007 |
| University of Massachusetts Amherst | 3 | $82,492 |
| Colorado State University | 3 | $83,009 |
| University of Georgia; OGE | 3 | $126,296 |
| University of Maine at Fort Kent | 3 | $59,148 |
| Auburn University | 2 | $92,345 |
| University of Arkansas at Monticello | 2 | $75,000 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3 | $78,830 |
| 2021 | 3 | $75,624 |
| 2022 | 8 | $74,063 |
| 2023 | 9 | $71,288 |
| 2024 | 18 | $84,950 |
| 2025 | 23 | $6,691,942 |
| 2026 | 3 | $80,004 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 4.8 |
| Education and Training | 4.8 |
| Mathematics | 4.3 |
| Biology | 4.0 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.9 |
| Geography | 3.5 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.4 |
| Administrative | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 62.7% |
| Other | 22.1% |
| Doctoral degree | 15.1% |
Typical Tasks
- Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in books, professional journals, or electronic media.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics, such as forest resource policy, forest pathology, and mapping.
- Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
- Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
- Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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