Occupation information for Water Resource Specialists District Of Columbia

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Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.

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Currently Employed: 1,470

Projected Annual Job Openings: 110

Typical Hourly Wage: $58.20 - $84.75

Typical Annual Salary: $121,060 - $176,280

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: 5 years or more work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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Perform hydrologic, hydraulic, or water quality modeling.
Analyze storm water systems to identify opportunities for water resource improvements.
Conduct, or oversee the conduct of, investigations on matters such as water storage, wastewater discharge, pollutants, permits, or other compliance and regulatory issues.
Develop strategies for watershed operations to meet water supply and conservation goals or to ensure regulatory compliance with clean water laws or regulations.
Review or evaluate designs for water detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities, or other hydraulic structures.
Conduct technical studies for water resources on topics such as pollutants and water treatment options.
Present water resource proposals to government, public interest groups, or community groups.
Develop plans to protect watershed health or rehabilitate watersheds.
Write proposals, project reports, informational brochures, or other documents on wastewater purification, water supply and demand, or other water resource subjects.
Conduct cost-benefit studies for watershed improvement projects or water management alternatives.

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