{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:26.213Z","occupation":{"soc":"19-4044.00","title":"Hydrologic Technicians","group":"Life, Physical & Social Science","sector":"54","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers field monitoring, data collection and analysis, scientific reporting, and stakeholder communication in watershed and water resource environments typical of hydrologic technician roles across government, research, and environmental consulting sectors.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Hydrological field instruments — identify and operate under direct supervision at designated stream gauging or monitoring stations.","Water sample collection procedures — follow established protocols under close guidance in the field to ensure data integrity.","Basic data entry tasks — perform using spreadsheet software and database interfaces under supervisor review in an office or lab setting.","Stream flow measurements — assist in recording and documenting using standard gauging techniques at assigned field sites.","Scientific terminology and technical reports — read and interpret with guidance to support data collection activities.","Geographic information system software — navigate and input basic spatial data under direction for hydrologic mapping projects.","Water quality parameters — recognize and record routine readings such as pH, turbidity, and temperature at monitoring stations.","Electronic mail and document management software — use to submit field notes, logs, and sample records to supervising technicians.","Laboratory safety and sanitation procedures — follow established protocols when handling water samples in a field or laboratory environment.","Oral instructions from senior hydrologists — receive and act upon to complete assigned field tasks accurately and on schedule."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Stream discharge calculations — perform independently using standard hydrological formulas and analytical software at assigned gauging sites.","Field data sets — organize, quality-check, and store using database user interface and query software with minimal oversight.","Routine hydrological reports — draft and submit using office suite and document management software for review by senior staff.","Water sampling schedules — coordinate and carry out across multiple monitoring stations in familiar watershed environments.","Geographic information system tools — apply to analyze and update spatial hydrologic data layers for ongoing monitoring projects.","Deviations from expected water quality or flow readings — identify through critical thinking and flag for supervisory attention in a timely manner.","Technical findings from field monitoring — communicate clearly in writing and verbally to colleagues and project leads.","Spreadsheet software — use to compile, format, and perform calculations on hydrological datasets collected during field campaigns.","Standard equipment maintenance protocols — execute routinely to keep flow meters, sensors, and sampling gear in calibrated working order.","Relevant hydrology regulations and safety guidelines — apply consistently when conducting field operations in varied watershed settings."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex hydrological datasets — analyze autonomously using analytical and scientific software to identify trends, anomalies, and actionable insights.","Non-routine field conditions such as flood events or equipment failures — troubleshoot and resolve independently to maintain continuous data collection.","Comprehensive technical reports on hydrologic conditions — write and present to scientific audiences and public stakeholders with clarity and precision.","Water resource management recommendations — develop based on integrated field data, GIS analysis, and scientific literature review.","Multi-station monitoring programs — design and oversee, coordinating data collection schedules across diverse hydrologic environments.","Advanced GIS and database queries — execute to model watershed behavior and support decision-making for water resource projects.","Interdisciplinary project teams — collaborate with as a senior technical contributor, applying inductive and deductive reasoning to interpret findings.","Analytical software outputs — evaluate critically to validate model predictions against observed field measurements in ongoing studies.","Stakeholder briefings and public communications — deliver on hydrological research findings, adapting technical content to non-specialist audiences.","Quality assurance procedures for field and laboratory data — implement and refine across an entire monitoring project lifecycle."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational hydrological monitoring strategy — set direction for, integrating long-term watershed goals with agency or organizational priorities.","Junior and mid-level hydrologic technicians — mentor and develop through structured guidance, knowledge transfer, and performance feedback.","Agency-wide data management frameworks — design and lead implementation of, standardizing GIS, database, and reporting systems across projects.","Cross-functional partnerships with government bodies, research institutions, and industry stakeholders — establish and maintain to advance hydrologic science goals.","Scientific findings on water resource trends and risks — communicate authoritatively to policy makers, producers, and the public through reports and presentations.","Program-level quality assurance and integrity standards — establish and enforce across all hydrological data collection and analysis activities.","Emerging hydrological technologies and methodologies — evaluate, champion, and integrate into organizational practice to advance technical capability.","Resource allocation decisions for multi-site monitoring programs — lead, balancing budgetary constraints with scientific and regulatory requirements.","Organizational responses to non-routine hydrological events such as drought or contamination incidents — direct, coordinating field teams and communicating outcomes to leadership.","Professional development curricula for hydrologic technician staff — develop and oversee, aligned to evolving industry standards and Job Zone 3 competency expectations."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}