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Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.49)
  2. Program - Data (4.32)
  3. Study, observe - Data (4.24)
  4. Consult - People (4.21)
  5. Use my brain - Data (4.19)
  6. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.19)
  7. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.10)
  8. Develop, improve - Data (4.10)
  9. Speak - People (3.91)
  10. Research - Data (3.89)
  11. Interview, draw out - People (3.89)
  12. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.88)
  13. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.88)
  14. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  15. Organize, classify - Data (3.88)
  16. Coordinate - People (3.82)
  17. Follow through, get things done - People (3.82)
  18. Solve problems - Data (3.81)
  19. Supervise, manage - People (3.81)
  20. Communicate well, in person - People (3.75)
  21. Listen - People (3.75)
  22. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.75)
  23. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.66)
  24. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.66)
  25. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.64)
  26. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.64)
  27. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.62)
  28. Perceive patterns - Data (3.50)
  29. Work with numbers, compute - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Science (4.00)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.88)
  3. Speaking (3.88)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.88)
  5. Active Listening (3.75)
  6. Writing (3.75)
  7. Coordination (3.62)
  8. Complex Problem Solving (3.62)
  9. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  10. Mathematics (3.50)
  11. Active Learning (3.50)
  1. Inductive Reasoning (4.12)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  5. Information Ordering (3.88)
  6. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  7. Oral Expression (3.75)
  8. Written Expression (3.75)
  9. Category Flexibility (3.75)
  10. Near Vision (3.62)
  11. Speech Clarity (3.62)
  12. Mathematical Reasoning (3.50)
  13. Number Facility (3.50)
  14. Flexibility of Closure (3.50)
  15. Speech Recognition (3.50)
  1. Dependability (4.55)
  2. Integrity (4.51)
  3. Cooperation (4.50)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.49)
  5. Analytical Thinking (4.19)
  6. Independence (4.18)
  7. Achievement/Effort (4.10)
  8. Initiative (4.09)
  9. Leadership (3.88)
  10. Persistence (3.82)
  11. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.76)
  12. Stress Tolerance (3.73)
  13. Self Control (3.70)
  14. Concern for Others (3.66)
  15. Innovation (3.64)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.32)
  2. Getting Information (4.24)
  3. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (4.21)
  4. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.21)
  5. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.19)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.12)
  7. Processing Information (4.10)
  8. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.92)
  9. Documenting/Recording Information (3.92)
  10. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.91)
  11. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.90)
  12. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.89)
  13. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.82)
  14. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.81)
  15. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.73)
  16. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.64)
  17. Analyzing Data or Information (3.64)
  18. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.57)
  1. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.32)
  2. Use Relational Database Software (4.32)
  3. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.32)
  4. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.32)
  5. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.32)
  6. Collect Geographic Or Physical Data (4.24)
  7. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.24)
  8. Collect Statistical Data (4.24)
  9. Read Maps (4.24)
  10. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.21)
  11. Confer With Research Personnel (4.21)
  12. Monitor Atmospheric Or Meteorological Processes (4.21)
  13. Monitor Climatic Or Soil Conditions (4.21)
  14. Adhere To Safety Procedures (4.19)
  15. Determine Negligence Or Violation Of Laws Or Regulations (4.19)
  16. Ensure Compliance With Government Regulations (4.19)
  17. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (4.19)
  18. Perform Safety Inspections In Industrial, Manufacturing Or Repair Setting (4.19)
  19. Recognize Public Safety Hazards (4.12)
  20. Examine Biological Or Other Material Specimens Under Microscope (4.12)
  21. Understand Properties Of Gases Or Liquids (4.12)
  22. Identify Properties Of Soil Or Water Samples (4.12)
  23. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.10)
  24. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.10)
  25. Classify Plants, Animals, Or Other Natural Phenomena (4.10)
  26. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (3.92)
  27. Communicate Technical Information (3.91)
  28. Make Presentations (3.91)
  29. Confer With Scientists (3.91)
  30. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.90)
  31. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (3.89)
  32. Use Quantitative Research Methods (3.89)
  33. Use Interviewing Procedures (3.89)
  34. Use Building Or Land Use Regulations (3.89)
  35. Use Hazardous Disposal Techniques (3.89)
  36. Use Pollution Control Techniques (3.89)
  37. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.89)
  38. Use Chemical Testing Or Analysis Procedures (3.89)
  39. Use Biological Research Techniques (3.89)
  40. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (3.89)
  41. Use Chemical Processing Emergency Procedures (3.89)
  42. Use Knowledge Of Environmental Laws And Regulations (3.89)
  43. Use Government Regulations (3.89)
  44. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (3.89)
  45. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (3.89)
  46. Use Hazardous Materials Information (3.89)
  47. Use Knowledge Of Materials Testing Procedures (3.89)
  48. Follow Microbiology Procedures (3.89)
  49. Use Health Or Sanitation Standards (3.89)
  50. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.89)
  51. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (3.89)
  52. Use Physical Science Research Techniques (3.89)
  53. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (3.81)
  54. Make Decisions (3.81)
  55. Conduct Laboratory Research Or Experiments (3.64)
  56. Test Air Quality, Noise, Temperature, Or Radiation (3.64)
  57. Conduct Standardized Qualitative Laboratory Analyses (3.64)
  58. Analyze Ecosystem Data (3.64)
  59. Conduct Analyses To Determine Physical Properties Of Materials (3.64)
  60. Perform Tests To Assess Compliance With Standards (3.64)
  61. Conduct Standardized Quantitative Laboratory Analyses (3.64)
  62. Analyze Biological Research, Test, Or Analysis Data (3.64)
  63. Conduct Analyses Or Tests Of Organic Compounds (3.64)
  64. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (3.64)
  65. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.64)
  66. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (3.64)
  67. Analyze Chemical Experimental, Test, Or Analysis Data Or Findings (3.64)
  68. Test Materials Or Solutions (3.64)
  69. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (3.64)
  70. Explain Rules, Policies Or Regulations (3.64)
  71. Explain Government Laws Or Regulations (3.64)
  72. Measure Air Quality (3.64)
  73. Determine The Effects Of Pollution (3.64)
  74. Test Air To Detect Toxic Gases (3.64)
  75. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (3.64)
  76. Direct And Coordinate Activities Of Workers Or Staff (3.57)
  77. Direct And Coordinate Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.57)
  78. Direct Implementation Of New Procedures, Policies, Or Programs (3.57)