Part IV: Descriptions of the 50 Best Jobs for Each Personality Type ___
through the earth, and its return to the ocean
and atmosphere. Study and document quanti-
ties, distribution, disposition, and development of
underground and surface waters. Draft fi nal reports
describing research results, including illustrations,
appendices, maps, and other attachments. Coor-
dinate and supervise the work of professional and
technical staff , including research assistants, technol-
ogists, and technicians. Prepare hydrogeologic evalu-
ations of known or suspected hazardous waste sites
and land treatment and feedlot facilities. Design and
conduct scientifi c hydrogeological investigations to
ensure that accurate and appropriate information is
available for use in water resource management deci-
sions. Study public water supply issues, including
fl ood and drought risks, water quality, wastewater,
and impacts on wetland habitats. Collect and ana-
lyze water samples as part of fi eld investigations and/
or to validate data from automatic monitors. Apply
research fi ndings to help minimize the environ-
mental impacts of pollution, water-borne diseases,
erosion, and sedimentation. Measure and graph phe-
nomena such as lake levels, stream fl ows, and changes
in water volumes. Investigate complaints or confl icts
related to the alteration of public waters, gathering
information, recommending alternatives, informing
participants of progress, and preparing draft orders.
Develop or modify methods of conducting hydro-
logic studies. Answer questions and provide techni-
cal assistance and information to contractors and/or
the public regarding issues such as well drilling, code
requirements, hydrology, and geology. Install, main-
tain, and calibrate instruments such as those that
monitor water levels, rainfall, and sediments. Evalu-
ate data and provide recommendations regarding the
feasibility of municipal projects such as hydroelectric
power plants, irrigation systems, fl ood warning sys-
tems, and waste treatment facilities. Conduct short-
term and long-term climate assessments and study
storm occurrences. Study and analyze the physi-
cal aspects of the Earth in terms of the hydrologi-
cal components, including atmosphere, hydrosphere,
and interior structure. Conduct research and com-
municate information to promote the conservation
and preservation of water resources.
GOE—Interest Area/Cluster: 15. S c i e nt i fi c
Research, Engineering, and Mathematics. Work
Group: 15. 0 2. Phy s i c a l S c i e n c e s. Other Jobs in! is
Work Group: Astronomers; Atmospheric and Space
Scientists; Chemists; Geographers; Geoscientists,
Except Hydrologists and Geographers; Materials Sci-
entists; Physicists.
Skills: Science; Programming; Management of
Financial Resources; Mathematics; Management of
Personnel Resources; Complex Problem Solving; Sys-
tems Analysis; Management of Material Resources.
Education and Training Programs: Geology/Earth
Science, General; Hydrology and Water Resources
Science; Oceanography, Chemical and Physical.
Related Knowledge/Courses: Geography; Physics;
Engineering and Technology; Biology; Chemistry;
Mathematics.
Work Env ironment : More often indoors than out-
doors; sitting.Industrial Engineers
! Personality Code: ICE
! Education/Training Required: Bachelor’s
degree
! Annual Earnings: $71,430
! Beginning Wage: $46,340
! Earnings Growth Potential: Medium
! Growth: 20.3%
! Annual Job Openings: 11,272
! Self-Employed: 0.9%
! Part-Time: 2.0%Design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated sys-
tems for managing industrial production pro-
cesses, including human work factors, quality
control, inventory control, logistics and material
fl ow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Analyze statistical data and product specifi cations to
determine standards and establish quality and reli-
ability objectives of fi nished product. Develop man-
ufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and
cost analysis systems to promote effi cient staff and