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Soil Conservation Technician - Federal Salaries of 2021
Pay Rates for "Soil Conservation Technician"
How much does a Soil Conservation Technician in the federal government get paid? $48,694.06* *Based on the 2021 average.Soil Conservation Technician was the 167th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2021, with 1,020 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2021, the Natural Resources Conservation Service hired the most employees titled Soil Conservation Technician, with an average salary of $48,704.
Government Soil Conservation Technician jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Soil Conservation Technician job is GS-1, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-9. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This occupation includes all positions that require a practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of soil, water, and environmental conservation as they relate to agricultural operations and land use measures. Soil conservation technicians advise property holders on the effectiveness of applying soil and water conservation practices or assist in research efforts.
Agencies that have hired a Soil Conservation Technician
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Resources Conservation Service | 1,014 | $48,704.46 |
| Indian Affairs | 6 | $46,936.33 |
Soil Conservation Technician Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Soil Conservation Technician is $48,694.06. The highest paid Soil Conservation Technician made $80,158 in 2021.
Common Soil Conservation Technician Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Soil Conservation Technician Employees |
|---|---|
| GS - General Schedule | 1,020 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $20,999.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-1, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $63,734.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-9, Step 10 |
| Category: | Technical and Medical Support |
| Occupation Family: | 0400 NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-1 Paygrade
GS-1 is the starting paygrade for Soil Conservation Technician jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-1 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Services Aid and Assistant | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Messenger | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Dispatching | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Equipment Operator | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Mail and File | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average Soil Conservation Technician Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for a Soil Conservation Technician was $33,610. Since then, the average pay has increased to $48,694 in 2021.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 0458.