Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

Job Description: Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.

Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers spend a lot of their time Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge. They are naturally good at Written Comprehension, Oral Comprehension, Oral Expression, and Problem Sensitivity. Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers are typically characterized as being Investigative and Realistic. They are usually very knowledgable about Geography, Engineering and Technology, and Mathematics and are skilled at Reading Comprehension and Science.

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Work Activities

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  
Analyzing Data or Information
  
Processing Information
  
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  
Getting Information
  
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  
Thinking Creatively
  
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
  
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
  
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  
Documenting/Recording Information
  
Interacting With Computers
  
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
  
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
  
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
  
Scheduling Work and Activities
  
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
  
Selling or Influencing Others
  
Developing and Building Teams
  
Training and Teaching Others
  
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
  
Developing Objectives and Strategies
  
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
  
Handling and Moving Objects
  
Performing Administrative Activities
  
Coaching and Developing Others
  
Performing General Physical Activities
  
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
  
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
  
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
  
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
  
Assisting and Caring for Others
  
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
  
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
  
Controlling Machines and Processes
  
Staffing Organizational Units
  

Abilities

Written Comprehension
  
Oral Comprehension
  
Oral Expression
  
Problem Sensitivity
  
Written Expression
  
Deductive Reasoning
  
Near Vision
  
Category Flexibility
  
Inductive Reasoning
  
Information Ordering
  
Mathematical Reasoning
  
Speech Clarity
  
Flexibility of Closure
  
Speech Recognition
  
Fluency of Ideas
  
Far Vision
  
Number Facility
  
Visualization
  
Perceptual Speed
  
Originality
  
Visual Color Discrimination
  
Selective Attention
  
Speed of Closure
  
Depth Perception
  
Finger Dexterity
  
Time Sharing
  
Memorization
  
Auditory Attention
  
Hearing Sensitivity
  
Control Precision
  
Multilimb Coordination
  

Interests

Investigative
  
Realistic
  
Conventional
  
Artistic
  
Enterprising
  
Social
  

Knowledge

Geography
  
Engineering and Technology
  
Mathematics
  
Computers and Electronics
  
Physics
  
English Language
  
Chemistry
  
Customer and Personal Service
  
Administration and Management
  
Design
  
Law and Government
  
Clerical
  
Communications and Media
  
Education and Training
  
Sales and Marketing
  
Mechanical
  
Economics and Accounting
  
Public Safety and Security
  
Biology
  
Telecommunications
  
History and Archeology
  
Psychology
  
Building and Construction
  
Production and Processing
  
Transportation
  
Sociology and Anthropology
  
Personnel and Human Resources
  
Philosophy and Theology
  

Wages

Oklahoma
$124,020  
 
Texas
$113,240  
 
District of Columbia
$104,330  
 
Mississippi
$98,190  
 
Alaska
$92,940  
 
Colorado
$92,500  
 
Massachusetts
$92,080  
 
Louisiana
$84,670  
 
California
$82,200  
 
Nevada
$81,320  
 
New Mexico
$80,210  
 
New Jersey
$76,540  
 
Connecticut
$75,750  
 
Maryland
$75,080  
 
Virginia
$73,830  
 
Washington
$73,500  
 
Delaware
$72,960  
 
Hawaii
$72,470  
 
Arizona
$70,740  
 
Ohio
$69,440  
 
Illinois
$68,980  
 
New York
$68,570  
 
Wisconsin
$67,660  
 
Minnesota
$67,650  
 
Oregon
$67,000  
 
Michigan
$66,580  
 
Iowa
$65,200  
 
Utah
$65,190  
 
Idaho
$65,080  
 
Wyoming
$64,890  
 
Pennsylvania
$64,850  
 
Montana
$64,700  
 
New Hampshire
$64,450  
 
Nebraska
$63,370  
 
Indiana
$62,990  
 
Florida
$62,760  
 
Rhode Island
$62,550  
 
Alabama
$62,350  
 
West Virginia
$61,990  
 
Kansas
$60,730  
 
Georgia
$59,810  
 
Maine
$59,710  
 
Kentucky
$57,720  
 
North Carolina
$57,110  
 
Vermont
$56,270  
 
Arkansas
$53,490  
 
South Dakota
$52,910  
 
Missouri
$51,290  
 
Tennessee
$48,780  
 
Puerto Rico
$40,180  
 
South Carolina
$34,380  
 

Skills

Reading Comprehension
  
Science
  
Writing
  
Active Listening
  
Critical Thinking
  
Coordination
  
Complex Problem Solving
  
Speaking
  
Monitoring
  
Mathematics
  
Time Management
  
Judgment and Decision Making
  
Active Learning
  
Social Perceptiveness
  
Systems Evaluation
  
Systems Analysis
  
Instructing
  
Learning Strategies
  
Management of Personnel Resources
  
Persuasion
  
Operations Analysis
  
Service Orientation
  
Negotiation
  
Operation Monitoring
  
Quality Control Analysis
  
Operation and Control
  
Management of Material Resources
  
Management of Financial Resources
  
Troubleshooting
  
Technology Design
  
Programming
  

Work Values

Independence
  
Achievement
  
Working Conditions
  
Recognition
  
Relationships
  
Support
  

Work Styles

Analytical Thinking
  
Integrity
  
Attention to Detail
  
Independence
  
Dependability
  
Cooperation
  
Innovation
  
Persistence
  
Achievement/Effort
  
Initiative
  
Adaptability/Flexibility
  
Stress Tolerance
  
Concern for Others
  
Self Control
  
Leadership
  
Social Orientation
  

Related University Degree Programs

Work Context

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Telephone
  
Electronic Mail
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Contact With Others
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Letters and Memos
  
Time Pressure
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Level of Competition
  
Consequence of Error
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Public Speaking
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Physical Proximity
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Duration of Typical Work Week
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Degree of Automation
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Work Schedules
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-A lot of freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-About half the time-

Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-Completely automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Constant contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-Contact with others about half the time-

Contact With Others
  

-Contact with others most of the time-

Contact With Others
  

-Continually or almost continually-

Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  

-Every day-

Telephone
  
Electronic Mail
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Letters and Memos
  
Time Pressure
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Public Speaking
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  

-Extremely competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Extremely important-

Work With Work Group or Team
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  

-Extremely serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-Fairly important-

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  

-Fairly serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-High responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-Highly automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Highly competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-

Physical Proximity
  

-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Important-

Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  

-Important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-

Work Schedules
  

-Less than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-Less than half the time-

Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-Limited freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-Limited responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-Minor results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Moderate responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-Moderate results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Moderately automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Moderately close (at arm's length)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Moderately competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-More than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-More than half the time-

Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Standing
  

-Never-

Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Public Speaking
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Letters and Memos
  
Telephone
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Time Pressure
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Electronic Mail
  

-No contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-No freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-No responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-No results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Not at all automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Not at all competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Not important at all-

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  

-Not serious at all-

Consequence of Error
  

-Occasional contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-Once a month or more but not every week-

Time Pressure
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Public Speaking
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Letters and Memos
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Electronic Mail
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Telephone
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  

-Once a week or more but not every day-

Letters and Memos
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Time Pressure
  
Electronic Mail
  
Telephone
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Public Speaking
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  

-Once a year or more but not every month-

Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Public Speaking
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Time Pressure
  
Letters and Memos
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Electronic Mail
  
Telephone
  

-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-

Work Schedules
  

-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-

Work Schedules
  

-Serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-Slightly automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Slightly competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Some freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-Very close (near touching)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Very high responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-Very important-

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  

-Very important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Very little freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-Very serious-

Consequence of Error
  

Task Ratings

- Importance Core-

Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  

- Importance Supplemental-

Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
  
Identify risks for natural disasters such as mud slides, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, providing advice on mitigation of potential damage.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  

- Relevance of Task Core-

Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  

- Relevance of Task Supplemental-

Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  
Identify risks for natural disasters such as mud slides, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, providing advice on mitigation of potential damage.
  
Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
  

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Identify risks for natural disasters such as mud slides, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, providing advice on mitigation of potential damage.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Identify risks for natural disasters such as mud slides, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, providing advice on mitigation of potential damage.
  
Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Plan and conduct geological, geochemical, and geophysical field studies and surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
  
Search for and review research articles or environmental, historical, and technical reports.
  
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, and mineral ore deposits and underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research and survey results.
  
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
  
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, and geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, and aerial photos.
  

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Identify deposits of construction materials, and assess the materials' characteristics and suitability for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
  
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
  
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity and magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, and magnetometers.
  
Identify risks for natural disasters such as mud slides, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, providing advice on mitigation of potential damage.
  
Test industrial diamonds and abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, and precision instruments.
  
Advise construction firms and government agencies on dam and road construction, foundation design, or land use and resource management.
  
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, applying geological knowledge and using test equipment and drilling machinery.
  
Assess ground and surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, and the restoration of contaminated sites.
  
Conduct geological and geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, and development of public works projects.
  
Investigate the composition, structure, and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, and classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
  
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, and reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, and resource management, using results of field work and laboratory research.
  

Education Training Experience

-On-Site or In-Plant Training-

None
  
Up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  

-On-the-Job Training-

None or short demonstration
  
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  

-Related Work Experience-

None
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
  
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
  
Over 10 years
  

-Required Level of Education-

Some College Courses
  
Bachelor's Degree
  
Master's Degree
  
Post-Master's Certificate - awarded for completion of an organized program of study; designed for people who have completed a Master's degree, but do not meet the requirements of academic degrees at the doctoral level