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Daily Tasks
| Apply meteorological knowledge to problems in areas including agriculture, pollution control, and water management, and to issues such as global warming or ozone depletion. | | Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, and severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, and the Internet, and/or provide this information to the news media. | | Collect air samples from planes and ships over land and sea to study atmospheric composition. | | Collect and analyze historical climate information such as precipitation and temperature records in order to help predict future weather and climate trends. | | Conduct basic or applied meteorological research into the processes and determinants of atmospheric phenomena, weather, and climate. | | Conduct numerical simulations of climate conditions in order to understand and predict global and regional weather patterns. | | Consult with agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information. | | Design and develop new equipment and methods for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, or related applications. | | Develop and use weather forecasting tools such as mathematical and computer models. | | Direct forecasting services at weather stations, or at radio or television broadcasting facilities. | | Gather data from sources such as surface and upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, and radar for use in meteorological reports and forecasts. | | Make scientific presentations, and publish reports, articles, or texts. | | Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons. | | Operate computer graphic equipment to produce weather reports and maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts. | | Prepare forecasts and briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, and other groups. | | Research and analyze the impact of industrial projects and pollution on climate, air quality, and weather phenomena. | | Study and interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, and charts to predict long- and short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics. | | Teach at colleges or universities. |
Daily Work Activities
| Adhere to safety procedures. | | Advise clients or customers. | | Analyze scientific research data or investigative findings. | | Use oral or written communication techniques. | | Use scientific research methodology. | | Use teaching techniques. | | Collect scientific or technical data. | | Collect statistical data. | | Communicate technical information. | | Conduct field research or investigative studies. | | Conduct standardized quantitative laboratory analyses. | | Explain complex mathematical information. | | Interpret aerial photographs. | | Make decisions. | | Direct and coordinate scientific research or investigative studies. | | Draw maps or charts. | | Prepare reports. | | Read maps. | | Resolve engineering or science problems. | | Use public speaking techniques. | | Use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks. | | Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data. | | Use knowledge of investigation techniques. | | Use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems. | | Use physical science research techniques. | | Use quantitative research methods. | | Use relational database software. | | Use spreadsheet software. | | Perform statistical analysis in physical science or geological research. | | Use word processing or desktop publishing software. | | Write research or project grant proposals. | | Write scholarly or technical research papers. | | Confer with research personnel. | | Use library or online Internet research techniques. | | Prepare technical reports or related documentation. | | Make presentations. | | Use geographical information system (GIS) software. | | Write business project or bid proposals. | | Develop tables depicting data. | | Develop or maintain databases. | | Present research papers or dissertations on physical science issues. | | Direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff. | | Record test results, test procedures, or inspection data. | | Confer with scientists. | | Develop plans for programs or projects. | | Develop scientific or mathematical hypotheses, theories, or laws. | | Forecast or predict phenomena based upon research data. | | Use research methodology to study atmospheric phenomena. | | Broadcast weather forecast over television or radio. | | Monitor atmospheric or meteorological processes. | | Classify plants, animals, or other natural phenomena. | | Advise governmental or industrial personnel. | | Plan scientific research or investigative studies. | | Forecast weather changes. | | Observe weather conditions. | | Monitor meteorological conditions. | | Use meteorological equipment or instruments. |
Other Work Activities
| Analyzing Data or Information | Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. | | Communicating with Persons Outside Organization | Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. | | Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates | Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. | | Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships | Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. | | Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards | Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. | | Getting Information | Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. | | Interacting With Computers | Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. | | Making Decisions and Solving Problems | Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. | | Performing for or Working Directly with the Public | Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. | | Processing Information | Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. | | Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge | Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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