Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. They counsel individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.

Apply geospatial technologies, including geographic information systems and global positioning system, to agricultural production or management activities, such as pest scouting, site specific pesticide application, yield mapping, or variable rate irrigation. They use digital systems to compare physical topography with data on soils, fertilizer, pests, or weather.

Conduct tests to determine quality of raw materials, bulk intermediate and finished products. They conduct stability sample tests.

Provide technical assistance regarding the conservation of soil, water, forests, or related natural resources. They compile data pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics. They train and lead forest workers in forest propagation, fire prevention and suppression. They assist in managing, improving, and protecting rangelands and wildlife habitats.

Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. They perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue. They testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. They serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry.

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. They collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing.

Compile data from various sources, such as maps, reports, and field and file investigations, for use by city planner in making planning studies.

Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. They help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.

Collect and test samples to monitor results of nuclear experiments and contamination of humans, facilities, and environment.

Operate equipment used for the release, control, or utilization of nuclear energy to assist scientists in laboratory or production activities.