Hydrologists

Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; 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.

Job Task

• Studies and analyzes physical aspects of earth, including atmosphere and hydrosphere, and interior structure.
• Studies waters of land areas to determine modes of return to ocean and atmosphere.
• Compiles and evaluates data to prepare navigational charts and maps, predict atmospheric conditions, and prepare environmental reports.
• Prepares and issues maps and reports indicating areas of seismic risk to existing or proposed construction or development.
• Evaluates data in reference to project planning, such as flood and drought control, water power and supply, drainage, irrigation, and inland navigation.
• Investigates origin and activity of glaciers, volcanoes, and earthquakes.
• Studies, maps, and charts distribution, disposition, and development of waters of land areas, including form and intensity of precipitation.
• Studies, measures, and interprets seismic, gravitational, electrical, thermal, and magnetic forces and data affecting the earth.

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