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If you don't work IT, retail, or food service what do you do for work? (lemmy.world)

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Sometimes on Lemmy these seem like the only jobs that actually exist, but I'm sure there's a lot of people here with different and unusual lines of work.

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[-] Vandals_handle@lemmy.world 18 points 6 months ago

After a long and lucrative IT career I got a certificate in Ecological Restoration. I now do land stewardship, monitoring and maintaining habitats. Literally outstanding in my field, or marsh, or scrubland...

[-] Roldyclark@literature.cafe 3 points 6 months ago

This is my dream job. I assume it doesn’t pay very well?

[-] Vandals_handle@lemmy.world 3 points 6 months ago

Pay for basic entry level field work is low but many factors at play. Private sector generally pays better than non-profit or government. Knowing native plant and animal species and their conservation status, along with knowing invasive species and how to manage can quickly lift you above entry level. Having certifications in soil, or water quality, or CRAM will boost pay and can lead to independent consulting work. All the field data goes into reports so word processing, spreadsheet and ArcGIS skills are another boost.

[-] Roldyclark@literature.cafe 3 points 6 months ago

Thanks for the info. Was it hard to find a job? I’d think a lot of people are in line for that work but maybe I’m just in a nature lover bubble lol

[-] Vandals_handle@lemmy.world 4 points 6 months ago

Yes it can be competitive, if you don't have a science background, need experience. Many people get experience volunteering. It is a great way to get familiar with habitats and species at the same time. Volunteering is a way start networking and learning about potential employers.

[-] Roldyclark@literature.cafe 3 points 6 months ago

Awesome. Thanks for the insight!

[-] Vandals_handle@lemmy.world 3 points 6 months ago

You're welcome, best of luck to you.

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