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Occupational Report for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers (19-2042) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the earth's internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Include mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.

Employment Outlook for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow somewhat faster than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the statewide average.

Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers There are 1 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 1 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Geologist 11/10/09 Baker N/A to N/A
State of Oregon License Information for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers
License License Authority Web Site
Geologist In Training (Git) www.oregon.gov/osbge
Geologists, Certified Engineering (Ceg) www.oregon.gov/osbge
Geologists, Registered (Rg) www.oregon.gov/osbge
Wages for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $20.11 $24.31 $31.76 $42.48 $54.24 $33.97 $70,661
Multnomah / Washington 22.30 24.93 34.08 45.26 55.63 35.73 74,317
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 23.78 27.10 31.02 35.10 38.05 30.53 63,516
Baker / Union / Wallowa 21.05 22.49 24.89 30.19 37.67 26.98 56,113
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 275 333 58 21.1% 6 5 11
Multnomah / Washington 137 175 38 27.7% 4 3 7
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 33 37 4 12.1% 0 1 1
Jackson / Josephine 19 22 3 15.8% 0 0 1
Clackamas 14 20 6 42.9% 1 0 1
Baker / Union / Wallowa 12 12 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Douglas 11 15 4 36.4% 0 0 1
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 8 10 2 25.0% 0 0 0
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 7 8 1 14.3% 0 0 0
Lane 4 5 1 25.0% 0 0 0
Grant / Harney / Malheur 4 4 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 3 2 -1 -33.3% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 2 3 1 50.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers
Industry
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Ownership 2006
Employment
Total, All Industries All 275
Total, All Industries Private 191
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Private 169
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services Private 100
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services Private 62
Total, All Industries Federal 38
Federal Government (Non-Postal) Federal 38
Total, All Industries State 46
Construction State 21
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction State 21
Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction State 21
Public Administration State 24
Administration of Economic Programs State 24
Educational Requirements for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers
  • Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
  • Analyze Theoretical, Observational And Experimental Data
  • Apply Basic Chemistry
  • Apply Basic Physics
  • Apply Emergency Management Principles
  • Apply Geographic Knowledge
  • Apply Knowledge Of Tide And Current
  • Apply Linear Algebra
  • Apply Map Reading Techniques In Wilderness Areas
  • Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
  • Apply Principles And Theories Of Physics
  • Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
  • Apply Soil Science Principles
  • Apply Statistical Methods
  • Compile Data
  • Conduct Field Research
  • Conduct Geological Surveys
  • Conduct Investigations And Research
  • Conduct Laboratory Research
  • Conduct Quantitative Analysis
  • Design Tables Depicting Data
  • Develop And Revise Databases
  • Geocode Data
  • Identify Properties Of Rocks And Minerals
  • Judge Soil Conditions
  • Make Presentations
  • Measure Water Depth
  • Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
  • Present Technical Papers And Research Results
  • Read And Interpret Aerial Photographs
  • Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
  • Understand, Use, And Communicate Technical Information
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Calculus
  • Use Gis Software
  • Use On-Line Search Techniques
  • Use Physical Science Research Techniques
  • Use Quantitative Research Methods
  • Use Underwater Technology
  • Write Grant Proposals
  • Write Technical Papers From Original Research
Schools and Training Providers for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:

Southern Oregon University
1250 Siskiyou Blvd
Ashland, OR 97520
Phone: (541) 552-7672
Programs of Training:
Western Oregon University
345 N Monmouth Ave
Monmouth, OR 97361
Phone: (503) 838-8000
Programs of Training:
Portland State University
724 SW Harrison
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4433
Programs of Training:
Oregon State University
104 Kerr Administration Bldg.
Corvallis, OR 97331
Phone: (541) 737-0123
Programs of Training:
Treasure Valley Community College
650 College Blvd
Ontario, OR 97914
Phone: (541) 881-8822
Programs of Training:
University of Oregon
110 Johnson Hall
Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: (541) 346-3014
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers matches the occupation in the list. A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed below.
Occupation Skill Overlap
Hydrologists 77%
Physical Scientists, All Other 63%
Atmospheric And Space Scientists 55%
Environmental Scientists And Specialists, Including Health 50%
Physicists 48%
Materials Scientists 44%
Conservation Scientists 41%
Soil And Plant Scientists 41%
Zoologists And Wildlife Biologists 40%
Chemists 39%