Salary Breakdown
Hydrologists
Average
$91,100
ANNUAL
$43.80
HOURLY
Entry Level
$48,560
ANNUAL
$23.35
HOURLY
Mid Level
$81,890
ANNUAL
$39.37
HOURLY
Expert Level
$136,170
ANNUAL
$65.47
HOURLY
Sample Career Roadmap
Hydrologists
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Top Expected Tasks
Hydrologists
01
Prepare written and oral reports describing research results, using illustrations, maps, appendices, and other information.
02
Design and conduct scientific hydrogeological investigations to ensure that accurate and appropriate information is available for use in water resource management decisions.
03
Measure and graph phenomena such as lake levels, stream flows, and changes in water volumes.
04
Conduct research and communicate information to promote the conservation and preservation of water resources.
05
Coordinate and supervise the work of professional and technical staff, including research assistants, technologists, and technicians.
06
Study public water supply issues, including flood and drought risks, water quality, wastewater, and impacts on wetland habitats.
07
Apply research findings to help minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, and sedimentation.
08
Study and document quantities, distribution, disposition, and development of underground and surface waters.
09
Install, maintain, and calibrate instruments such as those that monitor water levels, rainfall, and sediments.
10
Develop computer models for hydrologic predictions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Hydrologists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Physics
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Geography
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Science
SKILL
Complex Problem Solving
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Expression
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
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