Climate Change Policy Analysts | Career

General Information

Description

Research and analyze policy developments related to climate change. Make climate-related recommendations for actions such as legislation, awareness campaigns, or fundraising approaches.

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

Responsibility
Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

Industry areas

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Job Outlook

Employment of environmental scientists and specialists is projected to grow 5 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 7,800 openings for environmental scientists and specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Salary

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$76,530

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$127,880

$34,100

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

Master's degree 60%
Doctoral degree 13%
Bachelor's degree 13%
Post baccalaureate 4%
Post-doctoral training 4%
First professional degree 4%
High school 0%
Some college 0%
Associate's degree 0%
Less than high school 0%
Post-master's certificate 0%
Post-secondary certificate 0%

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Knowledge

English Language
Mathematics
Law and Government
Geography
Communications and Media

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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