ONET Occupations » 19-1031.01

Soil and Water Conservationists

Plan or develop coordinated practices for soil erosion control, soil or water conservation, or sound land use.

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Parachute skills

  1. Study, observe - Data (4.48)
  2. Supervise, manage - People (4.43)
  3. Solve problems - Data (4.43)
  4. Speak - People (4.33)
  5. Consult - People (4.33)
  6. Help people link up or connect - People (4.24)
  7. Pay attention to details - Data (4.19)
  8. Listen - People (4.12)
  9. Research - Data (4.00)
  10. Counsel, guide, mentor - People (4.00)
  11. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.00)
  12. Use my brain - Data (4.00)
  13. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  14. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.00)
  15. Handle, tend, feed - Things (4.00)
  16. Plan - Data (4.00)
  17. Follow through, get things done - People (4.00)
  18. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  19. Program - Data (3.90)
  20. Perceive patterns - Data (3.85)
  21. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.76)
  22. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.76)
  23. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.76)
  24. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (3.71)
  25. Coordinate - People (3.67)
  26. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  27. Develop, improve - Data (3.62)
  28. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.62)
  29. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.57)
  30. Imagine - Data (3.52)
  31. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  32. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (3.88)
  2. Active Listening (3.88)
  3. Writing (3.75)
  4. Speaking (3.75)
  5. Critical Thinking (3.75)
  6. Complex Problem Solving (3.75)
  7. Science (3.50)
  8. Monitoring (3.50)
  9. Judgment and Decision Making (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Oral Expression (4.00)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  5. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Inductive Reasoning (3.88)
  7. Near Vision (3.62)
  8. Speech Clarity (3.62)
  9. Written Expression (3.50)
  10. Information Ordering (3.50)
  11. Speech Recognition (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.57)
  2. Dependability (4.38)
  3. Cooperation (4.29)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.19)
  5. Initiative (4.10)
  6. Self Control (4.05)
  7. Persistence (4.00)
  8. Analytical Thinking (4.00)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.95)
  10. Stress Tolerance (3.90)
  11. Achievement/Effort (3.86)
  12. Independence (3.86)
  13. Leadership (3.76)
  14. Concern for Others (3.76)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.48)
  2. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.43)
  3. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.33)
  4. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.24)
  5. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.19)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.19)
  7. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.00)
  8. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.00)
  9. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.95)
  10. Documenting/Recording Information (3.95)
  11. Interacting With Computers (3.90)
  12. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (3.86)
  13. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.85)
  14. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.76)
  15. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (3.71)
  16. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.67)
  17. Processing Information (3.62)
  18. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.62)
  19. Analyzing Data or Information (3.57)
  20. Thinking Creatively (3.52)
  21. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.52)
  22. Developing and Building Teams (3.52)
  1. Read Maps (4.48)
  2. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.48)
  3. Obtain Land Survey Data Using Surveying Instruments (4.48)
  4. Collect Statistical Data (4.48)
  5. Read Surveying Instruments To Measure Property (4.48)
  6. Make Decisions (4.43)
  7. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.43)
  8. Discuss Conservation Or Related Land Use Plans With Land Users (4.33)
  9. Make Presentations (4.33)
  10. Confer With Scientists (4.33)
  11. Communicate Technical Information (4.33)
  12. Work As A Team Member (4.24)
  13. Establish And Maintain Relationships With Community Organizations (4.24)
  14. Confer With Research Personnel (4.19)
  15. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.19)
  16. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.19)
  17. Ensure Compliance With Government Regulations (4.19)
  18. Use Government Regulations (4.00)
  19. Use Forest Fire Protection Methods (4.00)
  20. Use Knowledge Of Environmental Laws And Regulations (4.00)
  21. Explain Government Laws Or Regulations (4.00)
  22. Use Knowledge Of Relevant Laws (4.00)
  23. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.00)
  24. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.00)
  25. Use Land Surveying Techniques (4.00)
  26. Use Long Term Forest Or Range Land Planning Techniques (4.00)
  27. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.00)
  28. Use Pollution Control Techniques (4.00)
  29. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.00)
  30. Use Knowledge Of Regulations In Surveying Or Construction Activities (4.00)
  31. Use Project Management Techniques (4.00)
  32. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.00)
  33. Interpret Aerial Photographs (4.00)
  34. Use Cost Benefit Analysis Techniques (4.00)
  35. Use Building Or Land Use Regulations (4.00)
  36. Explain Rules, Policies Or Regulations (4.00)
  37. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (4.00)
  38. Use Conflict Resolution Techniques (4.00)
  39. Use Field Notes In Technical Drawings (4.00)
  40. Use Fire Suppression Techniques (4.00)
  41. Use Public Speaking Techniques (4.00)
  42. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.00)
  43. Use Forestry, Range, Or Other Public Land Management Techniques (4.00)
  44. Monitor Soil Responses To Management Practices (3.95)
  45. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (3.95)
  46. Develop Or Maintain Databases (3.90)
  47. Use Relational Database Software (3.90)
  48. Use Spreadsheet Software (3.90)
  49. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (3.90)
  50. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (3.90)
  51. Recognize Soil Erosion Patterns (3.85)
  52. Recognize Plant Diseases (3.85)
  53. Recognize Tree Or Forest Plant Species (3.85)
  54. Identify Crop Characteristics (3.85)
  55. Recognize Wood Species Characteristics (3.85)
  56. Plan Forestation, Reforestation, Or Range Revegetation Projects (3.76)
  57. Negotiate With Federal And State Agencies And Other Political Organizations (3.71)
  58. Resolve Customer Or Public Complaints (3.71)
  59. Coordinate Engineering Project Activities (3.62)
  60. Oversee Execution Of Organizational Or Program Policies (3.62)
  61. Direct Implementation Of New Procedures, Policies, Or Programs (3.62)
  62. Develop Tables Depicting Data (3.62)
  63. Compute Production, Construction, Or Installation Specifications (3.62)
  64. Compile Data On Economic, Social, Or Physical Factors Affecting Land Use (3.62)
  65. Direct And Coordinate Activities Of Workers Or Staff (3.62)
  66. Direct And Coordinate Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.62)
  67. Direct And Coordinate Civil Engineering Projects (3.62)
  68. Conduct Land Surveys (3.57)
  69. Evaluate Management Programs (3.57)
  70. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (3.57)
  71. Analyze Project Proposal To Determine Feasibility, Cost, Or Time (3.57)
  72. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.57)
  73. Analyze Operational Or Management Reports Or Records (3.57)
  74. Analyze Ecosystem Data (3.57)
  75. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (3.57)
  76. Determine Specifications (3.52)
  77. Design Construction Projects (3.52)
  78. Inspect Project Operations, Or Site To Determine Specification Compliance (3.52)