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Hydrologists

Job Requirements


Examples of knowledge and skills required


Work Activities of Hydrologists

Importance
Activity
87% 

Getting Information

  • collect scientific or technical data
  • collect statistical data
  • read maps
  • collect geographic or physical data

87% 

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

  • understand properties of gases or liquids

87% 

Processing Information

  • develop tables depicting data
  • classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena

87% 

Analyzing Data or Information

  • analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
  • conduct field research or investigative studies
  • conduct laboratory research or experiments
  • analyze ecosystem data
  • perform statistical analysis in physical science or geological research
  • forecast or predict phenomena based upon research data
  • analyze geological research data
  • forecast weather changes

80% 

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

  • monitor atmospheric or meteorological processes
  • observe weather conditions

80% 

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • make decisions
  • resolve engineering or science problems

77% 

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

  • explain complex mathematical information
  • interpret aerial photographs
  • write scholarly or technical research papers
  • present research papers or dissertations on physical science issues

70% 

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • use chemical testing or analysis procedures
  • use scientific research methodology
  • use teaching techniques
  • use knowledge of tides and currents
  • use building or land use regulations
  • use knowledge of investigation techniques
  • use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
  • use physical science research techniques
  • use quantitative research methods
  • use library or online Internet research techniques
  • use research methodology to study atmospheric phenomena

70% 

Documenting/Recording Information

  • record test results, test procedures, or inspection data

63% 

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

  • adhere to safety procedures

63% 

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

  • plan scientific research or investigative studies

63% 

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others

  • advise clients or customers
  • provide expert testimony on research results
  • recommend further study or action based on research data
  • advise governmental or industrial personnel

63% 

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

    60% 

    Developing Objectives and Strategies

    • write research or project grant proposals
    • develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
    • develop plans for programs or projects

    60% 

    Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

    • confer with research personnel

    57% 

    Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People

      53% 

      Communicating with Persons Outside Organization

      • communicate technical information
      • make presentations
      • confer with scientists

      53% 

      Interacting With Computers

      • use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
      • use relational database software
      • use spreadsheet software
      • use word processing or desktop publishing software
      • use geographical information system (GIS) software
      • develop or maintain databases


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