Getting Information

• collect geographic or physical data
• collect scientific or technical data
• collect statistical data
• read maps

Interacting With Computers

• develop or maintain databases
• use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
• use spreadsheet software
• use word processing or desktop publishing software

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

• monitor atmospheric or meteorological processes
• monitor climatic or soil conditions

Communicating with Clients, Peers, or Subordinates

• confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
• confer with research personnel

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

• adhere to safety procedures
• determine negligence or violation of laws or regulations
• ensure compliance with government regulations
• inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
• perform safety inspections in industrial, manufacturing or repair setting

Documenting/Recording Information

• record test results, test procedures, or inspection data

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

• make decisions
• resolve engineering or science problems

Analyzing Data or Information

• analyze biological research, test, or analysis data
• analyze chemical experimental, test, or analysis data or findings
• analyze ecosystem data
• analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
• conduct analyses to determine physical properties of materials
• conduct field research or investigative studies
• conduct laboratory research or experiments
• conduct standardized qualitative laboratory analyses
• determine the effects of pollution
• evaluate manufacturing or processing systems
• measure air quality
• perform tests to assess compliance with standards

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

• examine biological or other material specimens under microscope
• identify properties of soil or water samples
• recognize public safety hazards
• understand properties of gases or liquids

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

• follow safe waste disposal procedures
• use building or land use regulations
• use chemical testing or analysis procedures
• use hazardous disposal techniques
• use hazardous materials information
• use interpersonal communication techniques
• use knowledge of investigation techniques
• use knowledge of materials testing procedures
• use library or online Internet research techniques
• use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
• use physical science research techniques
• use scientific research methodology
• use pollution control techniques

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization

• communicate technical information
• confer with scientists
• make presentations

Processing Information

• compile numerical or statistical data
• develop tables depicting data

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

• explain complex mathematical information
• explain government laws or regulations
• explain rules, policies or regulations
• write scholarly or technical research papers

Developing and Building Teams

Developing Objectives and Strategies

• develop plans for programs or projects
• develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards

Thinking Creatively

• create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
• develop new products based on scientific research results
• develop scientific or mathematical hypotheses, theories, or laws

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Performing Administrative Activities

• prepare environmental impact or related environmental reports
• prepare reports

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others

• advise clients or customers
• advise enforcement personnel on environmental standards
• advise governmental or industrial personnel
• recommend action to ensure compliance

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material