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41400.04 – Science policy and program officers

Science policy and program officers conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice, administer programs in areas related to the natural and applied sciences.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Energy policy analyst
  • Fisheries analyst
  • Recycling program coordinator
  • Scientific consultant
  • Transportation safety analyst

Core competencies

  • Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving to analyze data during development to identify possible impacts that may occur and suggest changes to enhance the overall science program or policy
  • Systems Analysis and Evaluation to analyze the progress and effectiveness of science programs, determine if performance expectations are being met and research where improvements can be made
  • Problem Identification and Inductive Reasoning to pinpoint existing gaps in regulations, technological advancements, or scientific knowledge
  • Written Comprehension to ensure accurate interpretation of data and complex scientific concepts
  • Attention to Detail to closely review data from programs related to transportation, communications, natural resources, agriculture, the environment, energy, land use, recycling and other scientific fields
  • Knowledge in Public Safety and Security to apply knowledge of regulations, standards and risk management principles when conducting environmental assessments, monitoring compliance and recommending policies that protect people, ecosystems and critical infrastructure from hazards or contamination

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Conduct research and advise on policies or develop or administer programs related to transportation, emergency preparedness, communications, natural resources, agriculture, the environment, traditional and alternative energy technologies, land use, recycling and other scientific fields
  • Promote public awareness and education on issues such as utilization of natural resources, the environment, and reprocessing and reduction of waste.

Additional information

  • Progression to supervisory or managerial positions in these fields is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Aerospace engineers (21390)
  • Architecture and science managers (20011)
  • Chemical engineers (21320)
  • Civil engineers (21300)
  • Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers (41404)
  • Mechanical engineers (21301)
  • Other professional engineers (21399)

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