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Occupational Report for Hydrologists (19-2043) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

Research the distribution, circulation, and physical properties of underground and surface waters; study the form and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil, movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.

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Hydrologists
Employment Outlook for Hydrologists
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be somewhat smaller than the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at a somewhat slower rate than the statewide average. Total job openings are projected to be somewhat lower than the statewide average.

Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Hydrologists There are 1 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 1 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Hydrologist (Deu) 2/2/10 Klamath Falls
State of Oregon License Information for Hydrologists No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Hydrologists
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $25.56 $30.10 $37.25 $44.96 $49.87 $37.11 $77,180
Multnomah / Washington 26.60 33.33 41.11 47.44 52.36 39.77 82,727
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 21.71 24.29 32.56 37.68 42.88 31.50 65,519
Grant / Harney / Malheur 26.07 27.73 30.49 37.90 45.35 32.82 68,251
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Hydrologists
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 208 229 21 10.1% 2 4 6
Multnomah / Washington 122 134 12 9.8% 1 2 4
Jackson / Josephine 13 15 2 15.4% 0 0 0
Clackamas 12 15 3 25.0% 0 0 1
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 9 8 -1 -11.1% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 8 8 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Douglas 8 9 1 12.5% 0 0 0
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 7 7 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Lane 6 6 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Baker / Union / Wallowa 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 4 4 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Morrow / Umatilla 4 3 -1 -25.0% 0 0 0
Coos / Curry 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Grant / Harney / Malheur 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 1 1 0 0.0% 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 Hydrologists
Industry
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Ownership 2006
Employment
Total, All Industries All 208
Total, All Industries Private 61
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Private 60
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services Private 30
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services Private 28
Total, All Industries Federal 130
Federal Government (Non-Postal) Federal 130
Total, All Industries Local 15
Educational Requirements for Hydrologists 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 Hydrologists
  • Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
  • Analyze Theoretical, Observational And Experimental Data
  • Apply Basic Physics
  • Apply Emergency Management Principles
  • Apply Geographic Knowledge
  • Apply Knowledge Of Tide And Current
  • Apply Knowledge Of Water Systems
  • Apply Linear Algebra
  • Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
  • Apply Meteorology Principles
  • Apply Principles And Theories Of Physics
  • Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
  • Apply Statistical Methods
  • Collect Air Or Water Samples
  • 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
  • Identify Properties Of Rocks And Minerals
  • Make Presentations
  • Measure Water Depth
  • Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
  • Present Technical Papers And Research Results
  • Read And Interpret Aerial Photographs
  • Research And Apply Land Use Regulations
  • Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
  • Understand, Use, And Communicate Technical Information
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Calculus
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Gis Software
  • Use Laboratory Equipment For Water Quality Assessment
  • 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 Hydrologists 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 Hydrologists No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
Related Occupations The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Hydrologists 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
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists And Geographers 77%
Physical Scientists, All Other 65%
Atmospheric And Space Scientists 60%
Physicists 53%
Environmental Scientists And Specialists, Including Health 45%
Materials Scientists 43%
Geographers 37%
Chemists 36%
Zoologists And Wildlife Biologists 34%
Soil And Plant Scientists 34%