career Comparison
Compare key metrics between General and Operations Managers and Hydrologic Technicians. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | General and Operations Managers | Hydrologic Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-1021 | 19-4044 |
| title | General and Operations Managers | Hydrologic Technicians |
| onet code | 11-1021.00 | 19-4044.00 |
| description | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. | 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 | 11 | 19 |
| tot emp | 3,584,420 | 2,940 |
| a mean | 133,120 | 64,410 |
| a median | 102,950 | 58,570 |
| a pct10 | 47,420 | 40,330 |
| a pct25 | 67,160 | 47,450 |
| a pct75 | 164,130 | 79,790 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 94,310 |
| h mean | 64 | 30 |
| h median | 49 | 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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