OAR15 Marine Environmental Response: civilian jobs and resume guide
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$55,090
Median national pay for Environmental Science and Protection Technician
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Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.
Typical national pay$45,820–$69,910Median $55,090 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
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O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
Investigate hazardous conditions or spills or outbreaks of disease or food poisoning, collecting samples for analysis.
Record test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results.
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Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.
Typical national pay$61,280–$109,010Median $80,730 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
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O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation, participating in enforcement hearings, as necessary.
Prepare, organize, and maintain inspection records.
Investigate complaints and suspected violations regarding illegal dumping, pollution, pesticides, product quality, or labeling laws.
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Research, design, plan, or perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.
Typical national pay$83,570–$134,420Median $107,110 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
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Civilian licensing or certification is common in this occupation. Check the state where you plan to work.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Design, or supervise the design of, systems, processes, or equipment for control, management, or remediation of water, air, or soil quality.
Assess the existing or potential environmental impact of land use projects on air, water, or land.
Collaborate with environmental scientists, planners, hazardous waste technicians, engineers, experts in law or business, or other specialists to address environmental problems.
Apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. May assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.
Typical national pay$48,200–$75,960Median $59,920 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
O*NET Job Zone 4: considerable preparation is usually needed.
O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Maintain project logbook records or computer program files.
Record laboratory or field data, including numerical data, test results, photographs, or summaries of visual observations.
Perform environmental quality work in field or office settings.
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Environmental Science and Protection Technician
Summary
Environmental Science and Protection Technician performing laboratory and field tests to monitor pollution and health impacts, collecting samples and analyzing data to ensure compliance with regulations and support public health initiatives
Experience
Environmental Science and Protection Technician
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Collected samples of gases, soils, water, and industrial wastewater to conduct tests on pollutant levels
Investigated hazardous conditions or spills, collecting samples for analysis of disease outbreaks or food poisoning
Recorded test data and prepared reports, summaries, or charts interpreting test results for stakeholders
Inspected workplaces to ensure the absence of health and safety hazards, including high noise levels and radiation
Monitored emission control devices to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Provided technical assistance to government representatives and the general public on public health and environmental protection
Developed and implemented programs for monitoring environmental pollution and hazardous waste management
Skills
Checking & Planning
Developing sustainability plans, Inspecting work environments, Inspecting areas for compliance, Inspecting equipment, Measuring physical properties, Calculating weights
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Environmental Compliance Inspector
Summary
Environmental compliance inspector investigating pollution sources to protect public health and the environment while ensuring adherence to regulations and ordinances. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, issuing violation notices, and maintaining compliance records
Experience
Environmental Compliance Inspector
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Determined the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, issuing written notices of violation
Prepared, organized, and maintained inspection records for compliance monitoring
Investigated complaints and suspected violations regarding illegal dumping and pollution
Interviewed individuals to determine the nature of suspected violations and obtain evidence
Informed individuals and groups of pollution control regulations and inspection findings
Verified that hazardous chemicals were handled, stored, and disposed of in accordance with regulations
Monitored follow-up actions in cases where violations were found and reviewed compliance monitoring reports
Skills
Core Skills
Researching related issues, Investigating legal issues, Gathering survey data, Interviewing claimants, Monitoring hazardous material handling, Monitoring compliance, Preparing legal documentation, Advising on business operations
Checking & Planning
Reviewing license applications, Testing chemical characteristics
Open to
On site, Remote
Education
Bachelor's Degree Your college, Year
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Environmental Engineer
1 certification
Summary
Environmental engineer researching and designing systems for the control and remediation of environmental hazards, assessing land use impacts, and advising on site cleanup procedures
Experience
Environmental Engineer
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Designed systems for control and remediation of water, air, or soil quality
Assessed environmental impact of land use projects on air, water, or land
Advised government agencies on procedures for cleaning up contaminated sites
Prepared and updated environmental investigation or recommendation reports
Inspected facilities to evaluate operational effectiveness and ensure compliance
Skills
Leading & Coordinating
Advising on green practices, Directing environmental development
Checking & Planning
Inspecting facilities or sites, Testing material characteristics, Designing environmental control systems, Attending conferences
Autodesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
Open to
On site, Remote
Education
Bachelor's Degree Your college, Year
Certifications & Licenses
State license for this work Your state board, Year
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Environmental Engineering Technologist and Technician
Summary
Environmental engineering technologist applying principles of environmental engineering to modify and operate equipment for pollution prevention and remediation, collecting samples and producing assessment reports in compliance with regulations
Experience
Environmental Engineering Technologist and Technician
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Performed environmental quality work in field or office settings
Collected and analyzed pollution samples, such as air or ground water
Produced environmental assessment reports, tabulating data and preparing charts, graphs, or sketches
Maintained project logbook records or computer program files
Reviewed technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to requirements
Inspected facilities to monitor compliance with regulations governing substances, such as asbestos, lead, or wastewater
Prepared and packaged environmental samples for shipping or testing
Testing systems or equipment, Inspecting facilities or sites
Education
Bachelor's Degree Your college, Year
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The mapped civilian record lists this task: Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution. Identify comparable experience only if you can verify it.
Also examine this mapped civilian task: Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation, participating in enforcement hearings, as necessary. Keep it only if your own service evidence supports it.
Capture scope or outcomes only when your own records support them.
Which parts of your Marine Environmental Response experience can you support when considering the civilian directions shown below?
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Before
Fictional example: In my Marine Environmental Response assignment, I [verified task] using [verified tool or record].
After
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Why this wording is fair
Collect samples of gases, soils, water, industrial wastewater, or asbestos products to conduct tests on pollutant levels or identify sources of pollution.
Determine the nature of code violations and actions to be taken, and issue written notices of violation, participating in enforcement hearings, as necessary.
Use the pattern, not the sentence: keep it only when the same facts are true for you.
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Editorial reviewer: Rung Guru editorial QA. Approved: 2026-08-09T11:45:00+00:00.
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