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"Soil and Plant Scientist"
Job Description - Part 2 - Typical Daily Activities

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge

Job Activities for: "Soil and Plant Scientist"

1) Getting Information -- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.


2) Analyzing Data or Information -- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.


3) Interacting With Computers -- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.


4) Thinking Creatively -- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.


5) Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge -- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.


6) Processing Information -- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.


7) Making Decisions and Solving Problems -- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.


8) 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.


9) Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates -- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.


10) Documenting/Recording Information -- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.


11) Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work -- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.


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12) Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others -- Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.


13) Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships -- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.


14) Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events -- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.


15) Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings -- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.


16) Developing Objectives and Strategies -- Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.


17) Training and Teaching Others -- Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.


18) Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others -- Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.


19) Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information -- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.


20) Scheduling Work and Activities -- Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.


21) 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.


22) Developing and Building Teams -- Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.


23) Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates -- Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.


24) Monitoring and Controlling Resources -- Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.


25) Performing Administrative Activities -- Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.


26) Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People -- Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.


27) Provide Consultation and Advice to Others -- Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.


28) 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.


29) Coaching and Developing Others -- Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.


Job Description for "Soil and Plant Scientist" continued here...

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge


"Soil and Plant Scientist"   Holland / RIASEC Career Code:  NA        SOC:  19-1013.00


 

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