O*NET-SOC 11-9121.02

Water Resource Specialists

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

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Perform hydrologic, hydraulic, or water quality modeling.Core15618
Analyze storm water systems to identify opportunities for water resource improvements.Core15633
Conduct, or oversee the conduct of, investigations on matters such as water storage, wastewater discharge, pollutants, permits, or other compliance and regulatory issues.Core15631
Develop strategies for watershed operations to meet water supply and conservation goals or to ensure regulatory compliance with clean water laws or regulations.Core15634
Conduct technical studies for water resources on topics such as pollutants and water treatment options.Core15630
Review or evaluate designs for water detention facilities, storm drains, flood control facilities, or other hydraulic structures.Core15616
Present water resource proposals to government, public interest groups, or community groups.Core15624
Develop plans to protect watershed health or rehabilitate watersheds.Core15628
Write proposals, project reports, informational brochures, or other documents on wastewater purification, water supply and demand, or other water resource subjects.Core15621
Conduct cost-benefit studies for watershed improvement projects or water management alternatives.Core15632
Provide technical expertise to assist communities in the development or implementation of storm water monitoring or other water programs.Core15623
Compile and maintain documentation on the health of a body of water.Core15620
Identify and characterize specific causes or sources of water pollution.Core15627
Conduct, or oversee the conduct of, chemical, physical, and biological water quality monitoring or sampling to ensure compliance with water quality standards.Core15635
Compile water resource data, using geographic information systems (GIS) or global position systems (GPS) software.Core15619
Recommend new or revised policies, procedures, or regulations to support water resource or conservation goals.Core15622
Develop or implement standardized water monitoring and assessment methods.Core15629
Supervise teams of workers who capture water from wells and rivers.Core15615
Negotiate for water rights with communities or water facilities to meet water supply demands.Core15617
Monitor water use, demand, or quality in a particular geographic area.Core15626
Identify methods for distributing purified wastewater into rivers, streams, or oceans.Supplemental15625

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 34 examples in 12 categories, 8 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCADHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Database software
RIVERMorph
Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

DHI MIKE URBAN
FishXing
HEC-HMS
HEC-RAS
Laboratory information management system LIMS
MWH Soft H2ONET MSX
MWH Soft InfoSWMM
TIBCO Spotfire S+
Wallingford Software InfoSewer
Wallingford Software InfoWater
Wallingford Software InfoWorks CS
Wallingford Software InfoWorks WS
Water flow modeling software

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
ESRI ArcGIS Spatial Analyst
ESRI ArcInfo
ESRI ArcPad
ESRI ArcView
ESRI ArcView 3D Analyst
Geographic information system GIS software
Geographic information system GIS systemsIn Demand
Google Earth Pro

Mobile location based services software

Global positioning system GPS software

Map creation software

Mapping software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

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Getting Information

Identify environmental concerns.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor organizational compliance with regulations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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- No tools yet
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

Identify opportunities for green initiatives.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Test green technologies or processes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate quality of materials or products.
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Analyze data to determine project feasibility.
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Processing Information

Compile operational data.
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Evaluate green operations or programs for compliance with standards or regulations.
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Analyzing Data or Information

Evaluate environmental or sustainability projects.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Implement organizational process or policy changes.
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Thinking Creatively

Develop environmental remediation or protection plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Develop sustainable organizational policies or practices.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

Develop procedures to evaluate organizational activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare proposals or grant applications to obtain project funding.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Maintain operational records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Communicating with People Outside the Organization

Present sustainable products or services information to the public.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Negotiate contracts for environmental remediation, green energy, or renewable resources.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise workers performing environmentally sustainable activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise others on green energy or related technologies.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Monitoring and Controlling Resources

Monitor resources.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 20

Distinct tools0

Level mix

No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.