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Job outlook for environmental systems coordinators in the United States
Are environmental systems coordinator jobs in demand?
Environmental systems coordinator job and salary trends over time
Environmental systems coordinator jobs over time
Environmental systems coordinator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 82 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 97 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 103 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 103 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 102 | 0.00% |
Average environmental systems coordinator salary over time
Environmental systems coordinator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,895 | $19.66 | +3.7% |
| 2024 | $39,448 | $18.97 | +1.4% |
| 2023 | $38,898 | $18.70 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $38,533 | $18.53 | +2.2% |
| 2021 | $37,686 | $18.12 | +0.4% |
Environmental systems coordinator jobs by state
Most common states for environmental systems coordinators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 306 | 41% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 289 | 30% |
| 3 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 601 | 29% |
| 4 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 819 | 28% |
| 5 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 242 | 28% |
| 6 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 404 | 24% |
| 7 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 657 | 22% |
| 8 | Alaska | 739,795 | 152 | 21% |
| 9 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 682 | 17% |
| 10 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 222 | 17% |
| 11 | Vermont | 623,657 | 108 | 17% |
| 12 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 94 | 16% |
| 13 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 809 | 15% |
| 14 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 295 | 15% |
| 15 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 160 | 15% |
| 16 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,060 | 14% |
| 17 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 192 | 14% |
| 18 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 449 | 13% |
| 19 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 405 | 13% |
| 20 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 567 | 12% |
Most common cities for environmental systems coordinators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | 1 | 4% | $37,005 |
Environmental Systems Coordinator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of environmental systems coordinator experts
Lawrence University
Kennesaw State University
Auburn University-Montgomery
Oberlin College
What general advice would you give to an Environmental Systems Coordinator?
Marcia Bjornerud: Be open to taking short-term jobs for a few years to get a sense of the range of career opportunities in environmental sciences and which match your skills and temperament best. Think creatively about how your interdisciplinary training in environmental sciences can be applied even in fields that are not obviously 'environmental' - e.g. city/regional government, transportation, healthcare, etc. All human activities are embedded within and dependent on the natural environment. Also, the habit of 'systems thinking' that is central to environmental science can be applied to complex human systems.
What Environmental Systems Coordinator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Marcia Bjornerud: Be a well-rounded scientist, with strong foundations in all the natural and physical sciences. Emphasize the conceptual and technical skills you have gained as a student -- not just the courses you have taken – on your resume. Find a mentor through alumni networks who can help provide an on-ramp into professional life.
Dr. Dan Ferreira Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Environmental ScienceKennesaw State University
Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology
What skills stand out on Environmental Systems Coordinator resumes?
Dr. Dan Ferreira Ph.D.: When I'm looking to bring on students who want to do research in my lab, I don't go so far as to evaluate resumes, but I do ask students to come by my office so I can talk to them about it. The biggest thing I'm looking for in that conversation is why they want to do research with me, specifically. If they have taken the time to learn something about my research, that's a great first step. If they can tell me about skills or concepts they have learned in their coursework that would make them an asset to my project, that's even better. Ultimately it's about showing that they have done the legwork to understand something about me and my research project before meeting with me. The same applies to job interviews. They should be able to walk into a job interview and explain why THAT company is the one they want to work for and cite specific examples of work that company has done in the past or the types of projects they would like to contribute to. Doing that kind of research ahead of time and talking intelligently about why they are excited about the specific job or research opportunity will really help them build a rapport with whoever they're meeting with.
What soft skills should all Environmental Systems Coordinators possess?
Dr. Dan Ferreira Ph.D.: When it comes to job opportunities, the ability to successfully work in groups is really important. Students should talk about group projects that they've worked on, how they contributed to the overall project, and how they managed that group dynamic. If there was some sort of conflict in the group, such as a member who wasn't pulling their weight or someone who wasn't communicating effectively, being able to describe how they dealt with that problem and overcame it would really demonstrate to a potential employer that they are ready to be an effective part of a team. Writing is also really important. Students should be ready to submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to write well. And being able to use proper grammar and spelling is just the beginning. Preferably they should submit something long enough to show that they can put together a cohesive narrative that makes a persuasive argument like a term paper.
Dr. Chelsea Ward
ProfessorAuburn University-Montgomery
Department of Biology and Environmental Science Advising
What will help Environmental Systems Coordinators increase their earning potential?
Dr. Chelsea Ward: Science has always been a field that values post-graduate education. I don't see that changing. However, I anticipate that biologists with undergraduate degrees and broader skill sets will do better. Those with GIS or computer programming skills will be in a much better place to find positions in their field that are satisfying than those that are only trained in traditional bench skills.
Karl Offen Ph.D.
Professor and Director of Environmental StudiesOberlin College
Environmental Studies Program
What soft skills should all Environmental Systems Coordinators possess?
Karl Offen Ph.D.: Online communication skills and the ability to work independently, meeting deadlines, and the ability to figure out where to go to get help. Better computer, spreadsheet, and GIS skills.