Information Gathering + Management Application

Entry-level: Describe information collection systems and use established methods for extracting and conducting basic analysis of biophysical, social-cultural and visitor information/data.

Full Performance: Plan, manage, and analyze information collection systems for recreation programs. Determine management questions and needs (e.g., assessment, inventory, monitoring, trends) and the appropriate methods to gather information in a reliable and transparent manner. Analyze information to inform management decisions.

Expert: Provide oversight and guidance for collecting and managing relevant data that impacts recreation programs to improve management effectiveness. Interpret and disseminate relevant research to improve information gathering methods and analysis. Develop and/or improve upon data sampling, collection, generation, analysis, and reporting protocols to meet project and agency needs.