Occupational Expectations

Step 1
Describe the type of job you plan on pursuing post high school/college.
● Is there a possibility to increase your salary?
● What does the job market look like for this job? (look at unemployment rate)
● What job responsibilities would you like or expect to have?

Use the websites below to begin researching possible careers. Narrow it down to one possible career.
- US Dept. of Labor--BLS—What interests you?: ​ ​https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/students/careers/career-exploration.htm
- Collegboard.com Majors & Career Central: ​http://www.collegeboard.com/student/csearch/majors_careers/index.html

Job/Career Title:

Forest Ranger

Step 2
Use a website like simplyhired.com, idealist.org (for nonprofits), or indeed.com (there are several others and
some are more specialized for particular occupations) to research how salaries for the same job vary across the
nation.

What cities are you considering and what is the average starting salary? Paste a link of the website where you
got your information.

First choice state:​ Wyoming Average Starting Salary:  https://www.park-ranger.org/wyomi

$57,650 ng-park-ranger/

Second choice state:​ West Average Starting Salary:  https://www.park-ranger.org/wyomi

Virginia $45,460  ng-park-ranger/

Third choice state: Average Starting Salary: https://www.park-ranger.org/wyomi

ng-park-ranger/

What type of education is required or expected for this occupation? (college degree(s), special schools,
licenses, permits, training programs, etc). Answer in complete sentences.

The Wildlife, FIsh, and Wildlife Science and Management Degree.

Using your possible future job title, search for a job currently available in at least one of the three locations
from above. In full sentences, what do you need to do in order to be qualified for this job? How do you attain
the qualifications necessary for this job?

City:
Job requirements and responsibilities: