Range Managers
Research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.
SOC: 19-1031.02
Common Job Titles
- Natural Resource Specialist
- Range Technician
- Rangeland Management Specialist
- Resource Manager
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeDesign sustainable grazing strategies and range management plans integrating biological, geographic, and regulatory knowledge to balance livestock production with ecosystem health.Advanced
- KnowledgeFormulate adaptive management strategies for fire, invasive species, and climate impacts synthesizing ecological research, monitoring data, and predictive modeling to address emerging threats.Advanced
- KnowledgeEvaluate rangeland conditions and forage production capacity using field assessments and ecological site data to determine compliance with sustainable management standards.Proficient
- KnowledgeAnalyze geospatial and ecological data from GIS systems and GPS devices to assess vegetation patterns, soil characteristics, and wildlife habitat quality in range environments.Proficient
- KnowledgeAppraise environmental impacts and resource conflicts considering stakeholder needs, legal requirements, and long-term ecological sustainability.Proficient
- Hands-onOperate field monitoring equipment including infiltrometers, soil sampling tools, and plant canopy analyzers in remote rangeland settings to collect quantitative ecological data.Proficient
- Hands-onExecute field surveys and physical assessments of rangeland vegetation and soil conditions traversing varied terrain to inspect structures, identify species, and document resource status.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate stakeholder perspectives and scientific evidence in range management decisions when resolving conflicts between livestock producers, conservation groups, and regulatory agencies.Proficient
- MindsetAdvocate sustainable land use practices and conservation principles through public outreach, landowner education, and collaborative partnerships.Proficient
- KnowledgeInterpret biological and environmental monitoring results for diverse audiences including land managers, policymakers, and the public, using written reports and visual presentations.Proficient
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Range Managers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
25,590
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $45,260. 25th percentile: U.S. $53,190. 50th percentile: U.S. $67,950. 75th percentile: U.S. $87,980. 90th percentile: U.S. $107,720. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $45,260 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $107,720 |
| Workers on average earn | $74,310 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Biology4.0/5
- English Language3.8/5
- Geography3.6/5
- Law and Government3.5/5
- Administration and Management3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Photoshop
- ESRI ArcGIS software
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle Java
- Perl
- Python
- R
- SAS
- The MathWorks MATLAB
- UNIX
Technology Skills
- Aquatic Plant Information Retrieval System APIRS
- Automated Geospatial Watershed Assessment AGWA
- BehavePlus
- Clark Labs IDRISI Selva
- CorridorDesigner
- Data mining software
- ESRI software
- ESSA Technologies Path Landscape Model
Tools & Equipment
- Compact digital cameras
- Desktop computers
- Double-ring infiltrometers
- Global positioning system GPS devices
- Gram scales
- Hand sieves
- Impact penetrometers
- Laptop computers