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Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists

Role Overview

Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards, and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.

Recommended Majors

Environmental/Natural Resources Law Enforcement and Protective Services. Fire Science/Fire-fighting. Wildland/Forest Firefighting and Investigation.

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
California	$90,290
Oklahoma	$79,350
Utah	$77,480
Louisiana	$74,650
Oregon	$70,910
Maine	$66,310
New Jersey	$57,950
Colorado	$53,500
Washington	$51,370
Florida	$48,900
Georgia	$46,170
Arkansas	$42,260
Alabama	$34,920
Mississippi	$26,460

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Median Annual Salary

$52,380

Projected Growth (10yr)

+14.6%

Avg. annual openings

0.3k

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