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Learn about the most important job activities for Soil and Water Conservationists. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each job activity.
Importance*More Info
1.Getting Information95
2.Interacting With Computers91
3.Performing for or Working Directly with the Public88
4.Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events86
5.Communicating with Persons Outside Organization84
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment84
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work84
Making Decisions and Solving Problems84
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards84
10.Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates80
* Importance out of 100

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Job Activity Scores

Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
95
67
Follow a standard blueprintReview a budgetStudy international tax laws
Interacting With Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
91
43
Enter employee information into a computer databaseWrite software for keeping track of parts in inventorySet up a new computer system for a large multinational company
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.
88
69
Tend a highway toll boothSell shoes in a popular shoe storePerform a monologue on national TV
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
86
67
Test an automobile transmissionJudge the acceptability of food productsDetermine the reaction of a virus to a new drug
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.
84
76
Have little contact with people outside the organizationMake standard presentations about available servicesPrepare or deliver press releases
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
84
44
Drive a carDrive an 18-wheel tractor-trailerHover a helicopter in strong wind
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
84
80
Organize a work schedule that is repetitive and easy to planPlan and organize your own activities that often changePrioritize and plan multiple tasks several months ahead
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
84
75
Determine the meal selection for a cafeteriaSelect the location for a major department storeMake the final decision about a company's 5-year plan
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.
84
67
Review forms for completenessEvaluate a complicated insurance claim for compliance with policy termsMake a ruling in court on a complicated motion
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
80
75
Write brief notes to othersReport the results of a sales meeting to a supervisorCreate a videotaped presentation of a company's internal policies