Hydrologists

01

Design and conduct scientific hydrogeological investigations to ensure that accurate and appropriate information is available for use in water resource management decisions.

02

Prepare written and oral reports describing research results, using illustrations, maps, appendices, and other information.

03

Study and document quantities, distribution, disposition, and development of underground and surface waters.

04

Install, maintain, and calibrate instruments such as those that monitor water levels, rainfall, and sediments.

05

Prepare hydrogeologic evaluations of known or suspected hazardous waste sites and land treatment and feedlot facilities.

06

Study public water supply issues, including flood and drought risks, water quality, wastewater, and impacts on wetland habitats.

07

Conduct research and communicate information to promote the conservation and preservation of water resources.

08

Apply research findings to help minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, and sedimentation.

09

Evaluate research data in terms of its impact on issues such as soil and water conservation, flood control planning, and water supply forecasting.

10

Evaluate data and provide recommendations regarding the feasibility of municipal projects, such as hydroelectric power plants, irrigation systems, flood warning systems, and waste treatment facilities.

11

Collect and analyze water samples as part of field investigations or to validate data from automatic monitors.