career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Hydrologic Technicians and Social and Human Service Assistants. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Hydrologic Technicians | Social and Human Service Assistants |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4044 | 21-1093 |
| title | Hydrologic Technicians | Social and Human Service Assistants |
| onet code | 19-4044.00 | 21-1093.00 |
| description | 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. | Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 21 |
| tot emp | 2,940 | 424,220 |
| a mean | 64,410 | 47,090 |
| a median | 58,570 | 45,120 |
| a pct10 | 40,330 | 33,280 |
| a pct25 | 47,450 | 37,770 |
| a pct75 | 79,790 | 53,040 |
| a pct90 | 94,310 | 63,850 |
| h mean | 30 | 22 |
| h median | 28 | 21 |
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