Typical Tasks
Analyze and distill climate-related research findings to inform legislators, regulatory agencies, or other stakeholders.
Develop, or contribute to the development of, educational or outreach programs on the environment or climate change.
Gather and review climate-related studies from government agencies, research laboratories, and other organizations.
Prepare study reports, memoranda, briefs, testimonies, or other written materials to inform government or environmental groups on environmental issues, such as climate change.
Present climate-related information at public interest, governmental, or other meetings.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Integrity
Persistence
Attention to Detail
Initiative
Cooperation
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Writing
Speaking
Active Learning
Expected Knowledge
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Common Activities
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
