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Career: Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists
Job Description
Study the origins, behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management, including the collection and analysis of biological data to determine the environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water areas.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Disseminate information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park interpretive programs. |
89
|
Make recommendations on management systems and planning for wildlife populations and habitat, consulting with stakeholders and the public at large to explore options. |
87
|
Inventory or estimate plant and wildlife populations. |
86
|
Inform and respond to public regarding wildlife and conservation issues, such as plant identification, hunting ordinances, and nuisance wildlife. |
79
|
Organize and conduct experimental studies with live animals in controlled or natural surroundings. |
79
|
Study characteristics of animals such as origin, interrelationships, classification, life histories and diseases, development, genetics, and distribution. |
68
|
Study animals in their natural habitats, assessing effects of environment and industry on animals, interpreting findings and recommending alternative operating conditions for industry. |
63
|
Check for, and ensure compliance with, environmental laws and notify law enforcement when violations are identified. |
59
|
Collect and dissect animal specimens and examine specimens under microscope. |
56
|
Perform administrative duties such as fundraising, public relations, budgeting, and supervision of zoo staff. |
55
|
Analyze characteristics of animals to identify and classify them. |
53
|
Prepare collections of preserved specimens or microscopic slides for species identification and study of development or disease. |
40
|
Coordinate preventive programs to control the outbreak of wildlife diseases. |
34
|
Raise specimens for study and observation or for use in experiments. |
13
|
Oversee the care and distribution of zoo animals, working with curators and zoo directors to determine the best way to contain animals, maintain their habitats and manage facilities. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
79
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
76
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
75
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
75
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
75
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
73
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
73
|
Getting Information
|
72
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
71
|
Processing Information
|
71
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
70
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
70
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
69
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
68
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
64
|
Thinking Creatively
|
63
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
62
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
61
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
61
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
58
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
58
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
58
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
57
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
57
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
56
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
55
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
55
|
Interacting With Computers
|
55
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
53
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
52
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
51
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
51
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
47
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
45
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
41
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
41
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
38
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
27
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
27
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
23
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
21
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|