Occupation information for Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health District Of Columbia

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Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

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Currently Employed: 2,020

Projected Annual Job Openings: 220

Typical Hourly Wage: $44.62 - $69.06

Typical Annual Salary: $92,810 - $143,640

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

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

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typical job duties
  • Communicate scientific or technical information to the public, organizations, or internal audiences through oral briefings, written documents, workshops, conferences, training sessions, or public hearings.
  • Monitor effects of pollution or land degradation and recommend means of prevention or control.
  • Collect, synthesize, analyze, manage, and report environmental data, such as pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring measurements, meteorological or mineralogical information, or soil or water samples.
  • Review and implement environmental technical standards, guidelines, policies, and formal regulations that meet all appropriate requirements.
  • Provide scientific or technical guidance, support, coordination, or oversight to governmental agencies, environmental programs, industry, or the public.
  • Evaluate violations or problems discovered during inspections to determine appropriate regulatory actions or to provide advice on the development and prosecution of regulatory cases.
  • Process and review environmental permits, licenses, or related materials.
  • Conduct environmental audits or inspections or investigations of violations.
  • Analyze data to determine validity, quality, and scientific significance and to interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects.
  • Provide advice on proper standards and regulations or the development of policies, strategies, or codes of practice for environmental management.
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Tools:
  • Air samplers or collectors
  • Radiation detectors
  • Soil core sampling apparatus
  • Water analyzers
  • Water samplers

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Compliance software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Geographic information system
  • Graphics or photo imaging software
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