Hydrologists: 
Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; and study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics |
| Indiana Average Salary | $79,690.00 |
| Average Time to Fill | 41 days |
| Typical Education | Bachelor's degree |
| Typical Experience | Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2022-2024) | 12 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2022-2024) | 0.81 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2021-2031) | 55 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2021-2031) | 2.15 % |
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Skills Profile
Essential (Soft) Skills
Essential Skills to Employers
Information Gathering
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Integrity
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Technology and Tool Usage
Oral Communication
Decision-making
Written Communication
Problem-solving
Organization
Leadership
Work Ethic
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Integrity
Numerical and Arithmetic Application
Technology and Tool Usage
Oral Communication
Decision-making
Written Communication
Problem-solving
Organization
Leadership
Work Ethic
Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Analyzing Data or Information
Forecast weather changes
Analyze geological or geographical data
Analyze ecosystem data
Interpret aerial photographs
Analyze environmental data
Calculate ocean tides and currents
Forecast phenomena based on statistical or mathematical research data
Analyze scientific or investigative findings
Identify problems using mathematical or statistical methods
Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products
Analyze geological or geographical data
Analyze ecosystem data
Interpret aerial photographs
Analyze environmental data
Calculate ocean tides and currents
Forecast phenomena based on statistical or mathematical research data
Analyze scientific or investigative findings
Identify problems using mathematical or statistical methods
Test chemical or physical characteristics of materials or products
Getting Information
Research hydrologic features or processes
Conduct climatological research
Research impact of environmental conservation initiatives
Collect geographical or geological field data
Conduct laboratory research or experiments
Conduct field research
Collect statistical data
Review maps to determine location or routes
Conduct atmospheric research
Conduct climatological research
Research impact of environmental conservation initiatives
Collect geographical or geological field data
Conduct laboratory research or experiments
Conduct field research
Collect statistical data
Review maps to determine location or routes
Conduct atmospheric research
Thinking Creatively
Develop mathematical concepts, models, or simulations
Develop scientific hypotheses, theories, or laws
Write research or project grant proposals
Develop informational maps or charts
Create mathematical or statistical diagrams, charts, or tables
Develop simple informational data repositories or databases
Develop complex computer databases
Develop scientific hypotheses, theories, or laws
Write research or project grant proposals
Develop informational maps or charts
Create mathematical or statistical diagrams, charts, or tables
Develop simple informational data repositories or databases
Develop complex computer databases
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Present research results to others
Write scholarly or technical research documents
Conduct scientific or research related presentations
Communicate results of environmental research
Recommend further study or action based on research data
Provide expert testimony
Write scholarly or technical research documents
Conduct scientific or research related presentations
Communicate results of environmental research
Recommend further study or action based on research data
Provide expert testimony
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Direct scientific research or investigative studies
Manage laboratory environment or facility
Direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
Direct natural resources extraction or mining projects
Manage handling of hazardous, toxic, or non-compliant materials
Supervise scientific or technical personnel
Manage laboratory environment or facility
Direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
Direct natural resources extraction or mining projects
Manage handling of hazardous, toxic, or non-compliant materials
Supervise scientific or technical personnel
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| Skill or Certification | Certi - fication | Certification | Hard to Fill | Expensive to Fill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Management | ||||
| Geology | ||||
| Physics | ||||
| Water Conservation | ||||
| Hydrologic Analysis | ||||
| Budgeting | ||||
| Soil Conservation |
