Water Resource Specialists
Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.
SOC: 11-9121.02
Common Job Titles
Water Resources Planner
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Water Resource Specialists (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
100,870
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $79,830 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $239,200+ |
| Workers on average earn | $173,500 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Engineering and Technology4.6/5
- Mathematics4.2/5
- Design4.0/5
- Physics3.9/5
- Computers and Electronics3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Autodesk AutoCADESRI ArcGIS softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordStructured query language SQL
Technology Skills
Customer relationship management CRM softwareDHI MIKE URBANDatabase softwareESRI ArcGIS Spatial AnalystESRI ArcInfoESRI ArcPadESRI ArcViewESRI ArcView 3D Analyst
Tools & Equipment
Automated water sampling equipmentBinocular light compound microscopesChlorine testersDesktop computersDigital pH metersDissolved oxygen indicatorsGlobal positioning system GPS receiversGrab samplers