career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Conservation Scientists and Hydrologic Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Conservation Scientists | Hydrologic Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-1031 | 19-4044 |
| title | Conservation Scientists | Hydrologic Technicians |
| onet code | 19-1031.00 | 19-4044.00 |
| description | Manage, improve, and protect natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate soil erosion or to protect rangelands. May instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements, such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering. | Collect and organize data concerning the distribution and circulation of ground and surface water, and data on its physical, chemical, and biological properties. Measure and report on flow rates and ground water levels, maintain field equipment, collect water samples, install and collect sampling equipment, and process samples for shipment to testing laboratories. May collect data on behalf of hydrologists, engineers, developers, government agencies, or agriculture. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 25,590 | 2,940 |
| a mean | 74,310 | 64,410 |
| a median | 67,950 | 58,570 |
| a pct10 | 45,260 | 40,330 |
| a pct25 | 53,190 | 47,450 |
| a pct75 | 87,980 | 79,790 |
| a pct90 | 107,720 | 94,310 |
| h mean | 35 | 30 |
| h median | 32 | 28 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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