About the role
Conservation officers work to protect, manage, and develop natural environments. They are often employed by government agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency or county administrative boards and may have an academic background in biology, environmental science, or similar. Their work is important for maintaining biodiversity and sustainable use of natural resources.Responsibilities
Conservation officers are responsible for handling cases related to nature conservation, such as the protection of natural areas and species. They design and follow up on conservation programs, provide advice and support to landowners, and collaborate with other stakeholders. They may also be involved in the supervision and control of protected areas.Skills and tools
Conservation officers need a good knowledge of ecology and legislation related to the environment and nature conservation. They use GIS tools to analyze and present data, as well as various databases to manage information. Communication and collaboration skills are central to their work with different stakeholders. Common competencies demanded by employers are naturvård, ekologi and svenskt medborgarskap.