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Climate Change Policy Analysts

Median Salary
78,980
Job Outlook
+7%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

47%

State and local government

38%

Federal Government

8%

Private not for profit

4%

Self-employed

4%

What is the job outlook?

Employment of environmental scientists and specialists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 8,500 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.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$38,840

10%

$78,980

Median

$115,730

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Master's degree

    60%

  • Doctoral degree

    13%

  • Bachelor's degree

    13%

  • Post baccalaureate

    4%

  • Post-doctoral training

    4%

  • First professional degree

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Environmental Science
  • Geography and Environmental Studies
  • Environmental Studies
  • Sustainability Studies
  • Environmental Toxicology
  • Marine Sciences
  • Environmental Health
  • Toxicology
  • Environmental Geosciences
  • Environmental Chemistry

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Law and Government
  • Geography
  • Communications and Media

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.