Hydrologists

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1. 01Study and document quantities, distribution, disposition, and development of underground and surface waters.
2. 02Prepare reports or presentations describing research results, using illustrations, maps, appendices, and other information.
3. 03Apply research findings to help minimize the environmental impacts of pollution, waterborne diseases, erosion, and sedimentation.
4. 04Measure and graph phenomena such as lake levels, stream flows, and changes in water volumes.
5. 05Conduct research and communicate information to promote the conservation and preservation of water resources.
6. 06Develop computer models for hydrologic predictions.
7. 07Coordinate and supervise the work of professional and technical staff, including research assistants, technologists, and technicians.
8. 08Collect and analyze water samples as part of field investigations or to validate data from automatic monitors.
9. 09Study public water supply issues, including flood and drought risks, water quality, wastewater, and impacts on wetland habitats.
10. 10Install, maintain, and calibrate instruments such as those that monitor water levels, rainfall, and sediments.
11. 11Evaluate research data in terms of its impact on issues such as soil and water conservation, flood control planning, and water supply forecasting.
12. 12Design and conduct scientific hydrogeological investigations to ensure that accurate and appropriate information is available for use in water resource management decisions.

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