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SOC Code |
Occupational Title and Description |
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11-0000 |
Management Occupations |
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11-1011 |
Chief Executives Determine and formulate policies
and provide the overall direction of companies or private and public
sector organizations within the guidelines set up by a board of
directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate
operational activities at the highest level of management with the help
of subordinate executives and staff managers. Illustrated Example:
Board Member, Chief Operating Officer, President |
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11-1021 |
General and Operations Managers Plan, direct, or
coordinate the operations of companies or public and private sector
organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies,
managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human
resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in
any one functional area of management or administration, such as
personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Include owners and
managers who head small business establishments whose duties are
primarily managerial. Exclude "First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Retail
Sales Workers" (41-1011) and workers in other small establishments.
Illustrated Example: Industrial Organization Manager, District Manager,
Department Store General Manager |
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11-1031 |
Legislators Develop laws and statutes at the
Federal, State, or local level. Include only elected officials.
Illustrated Example: Representative, Council Member, Senator |
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11-2011 |
Advertising and Promotions Managers Plan and
direct advertising policies and programs or produce collateral
materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or give-always, to create
extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department,
an entire organization, or on an account basis. Illustrated Example:
Campaign Director, Circulation Director, Media Director |
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11-2021 |
Marketing Managers Determine the demand for
products and services offered by a firm and its competitors and identify
potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of
maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the
firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor
trends that indicate the need for new products and services.
Illustrated Example: Fashion Coordinator, Marketing Director
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11-2022 |
Sales Managers Direct the actual distribution or
movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales
distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and
establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales
statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory
requirements and monitor the preferences of customers. Illustrated
Example: Director of Sales, Export Manager, Regional Sales Manager |
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11-2031 |
Public Relations Managers Plan and direct public
relations programs designed to create and maintain a favorable public
image for employer or client; or if engaged in fundraising, plan and
direct activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects and
nonprofit organizations. Illustrated Example: Fundraising Director,
Public Information Director, Publicity Director |
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11-3011 |
Administrative Services Managers Plan, direct, or
coordinate supportive services of an organization, such as
recordkeeping, mail distribution, telephone operator/receptionist, and
other office support services. May oversee facilities planning and
maintenance and custodial operations. Exclude "Purchasing Managers"
(11-3061). Illustrated Example: Facilities Manager, Space Officer
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11-3021 |
Computer and Information Systems Managers Plan,
direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data
processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer
programming. Exclude "Computer Specialists" (15-1011 through 15-1099).
Illustrated Example: Data Processing Manager, Computer Programming
Manager, Data Systems Manager |
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11-3031 |
Financial Managers Plan, direct, and coordinate
accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other
financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an
establishment. Illustrated Example: Bank Director, Comptroller,
Budget Director |
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11-3041 |
Compensation and Benefits Managers Plan, direct,
or coordinate compensation and benefits activities and staff of an
organization. Include job analysis and position description managers.
Illustrated Example: Employee Benefits Director, Job Analysis Manager,
Wage and Salary Administrator |
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11-3042 |
Training and Development Managers Plan, direct,
or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an
organization. Illustrated Example: Efficiency Manager, Education and
Training Manager, Training Director |
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11-3049 |
Human Resources Managers, All Other All Human
Resources Managers not listed separately. Illustrated Example:
Director of Industrial Relations, Employee Wellness/Fitness Coordinator,
Personnel Director |
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11-3051 |
Industrial Production Managers Plan, direct, or
coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing
products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.
Illustrated Example: Factory Superintendent, Plant Manager, Quality
Control Manager |
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11-3061 |
Purchasing Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate
the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers
involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Include
wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement
managers. Illustrated Example: Director of Purchasing, Merchandise
Manager, Procurement Manager |
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11-3071 |
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution
activities in accordance with governmental policies and regulations.
Include logistics managers. Illustrated Example: Airport Manager,
Schedule Planning Manager, Warehouse Manager |
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11-9011 |
Farm, Ranch, and Other Agricultural Managers On a
paid basis, manage farms, ranches, aquacultural operations, greenhouses,
nurseries, timber tracts, cotton gins, packing houses, or other
agricultural establishments for employers. Carry out production,
financial, and marketing decisions relating to the managed operations
following guidelines from the owner. May contract tenant farmers or
producers to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed
operation. May supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and
marketing activities. May prepare cost, production, and other records.
May perform physical work and operate machinery. Illustrated Example:
Fruit Grower, Farm Livestock Manager, Nursery and Greenhouse Manager |
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11-9012 |
Farmers and Ranchers On an ownership or rental
basis, operate farms, ranches, greenhouses, nurseries, timber tracts, or
other agricultural production establishments which produce crops,
horticultural specialties, livestock, poultry, finfish, shellfish, or
animal specialties. Include operators of cotton gins, packing houses,
and other post-harvest operations. May plant, cultivate, harvest,
perform post-harvest activities, and market crops and livestock; may
hire, train, and supervise farm workers or supervise a farm labor
contractor; may prepare cost, production, and other records. May
maintain and operate machinery and perform physical work. Illustrated
Example: Beekeeper, Dairy Farmer, Tobacco Grower |
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11-9021 |
Construction Managers Plan, direct, coordinate,
or budget, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities
concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures,
facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a
construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, and
implementation. Include specialized construction fields, such as
carpentry or plumbing. Include general superintendents, project
managers, and constructors who manage, coordinate, and supervise the
construction process. Illustrated Example: Masonry Contractor
Administrator, Developer, General Contractor |
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11-9031 |
Education Administrators, Preschool and Child Care
Center/Program Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic and
nonacademic activities of preschool and child care centers or programs.
Exclude "Preschool Teachers" (25-2011). Illustrated Example: Director
of Child Care Center, Head Start Director |
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11-9032 |
Education Administrators, Elementary and Secondary
School Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, clerical, or auxiliary
activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.
Illustrated Example: Director of Physical Education, Curriculum
Director, School Principal |
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11-9033 |
Education Administrators, Postsecondary Plan,
direct, or coordinate research, instructional, student administration
and services, and other educational activities at postsecondary
institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community
colleges. Illustrated Example: Director of Student Affairs, Dean,
Registrar |
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11-9039 |
Education Administrators, All Other All education
administrators not listed separately. Illustrated Example: Director
of Extension Work, Director of Vocational Training, Health Education
Director |
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11-9041 |
Engineering Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate
activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research
and development in these fields. Exclude "Natural Sciences Managers"
(11-9121). Illustrated Example: Engineering Research Manager, Safety
Director, Technical Director |
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11-9051 |
Food Service Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate
activities of an organization or department that serves food and
beverages. Illustrated Example: Banquet Director, Restaurant Manager,
Catering Manager |
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11-9061 |
Funeral Directors Perform various tasks to
arrange and direct funeral services, such as coordinating transportation
of body to mortuary for embalming, interviewing family or other
authorized person to arrange details, selecting pallbearers, procuring
official for religious rites, and providing transportation for mourners.
Illustrated Example: Mortician, Funeral Home Manager, Undertaker |
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11-9071 |
Gaming Managers Plan, organize, direct, control,
or coordinate gaming operations in a casino. Formulate gaming policies
for their area of responsibility. Illustrated Example: Casino
Manager, Blackjack Manager, Dice Manager |
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11-9081 |
Lodging Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate
activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and
other accommodations. Exclude "Food Service Managers" (11-9051) in
lodging establishments. Illustrated Example: Director of Housing,
Innkeeper, Hotel Manager |
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11-9111 |
Medical and Health Services Managers Plan,
direct, or coordinate medicine and health services in hospitals,
clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar
organizations. Illustrated Example: Director of Occupational Therapy,
Medical Records Administrator, Public Health Administrator |
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11-9121 |
Natural Sciences Managers Plan, direct, or
coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical
sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these
fields. Exclude "Engineering Managers" (11-9041) and "Computer and
Information Systems Managers" (11-3021). Illustrated Example:
Geophysical Manager, Research and Development Director, Wildlife Manager |
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11-9131 |
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents Direct and
coordinate operational, administrative, management, and supportive
services of a U.S. post office; or coordinate activities of workers
engaged in postal and related work in assigned post office. |
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11-9141 |
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association
Managers Plan, direct, or coordinate selling, buying, leasing, or
governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real
estate properties. Include managers of homeowner and condominium
associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land
(including rights-of-way). Illustrated Example: Condominium
Association Manager, Trailer Park Manager |
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11-9151 |
Social and Community Service Managers Plan,
organize, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or
community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's
budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program
requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers,
counselors, or probation officers. Illustrated Example: Child Welfare
Director, Youth Program Director, Director of Casework Services |
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11-9199 |
Managers, All Other All managers not listed
separately. Illustrated Example: City Clerk, Publisher,
Communications Manager |
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13-0000 |
Business and Financial Operations
Occupations |
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13-1011 |
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers,
and Athletes Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes
to prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other
business matters for clients. Illustrated Example: Booking Agent,
Boxing Promoter, Theatrical Agent |
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13-1021 |
Purchasing Agents and Buyers, Farm Products
Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale. Include
Christmas tree contractors, grain brokers and market operators, grain
buyers, and tobacco buyers. Illustrated Example: Cotton Broker,
Livestock Buyer, Tobacco Buyer |
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13-1022 |
Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to
consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and
nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and
quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and
authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements.
May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products.
Include assistant buyers. Illustrated Example: Importer,
Merchandiser, Wholesale Jobber |
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13-1023 |
Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm
Products Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or
services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw
or semi-finished materials for manufacturing. Include contract
specialists, field contractors, purchasers, price analysts, tooling
coordinators, and media buyers. Exclude "Purchasing Agents and Buyers,
Farm Products" (13-1021) and "Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm
Products" (13-1022). Illustrated Example: Fuel Buyer, Lumber Buyer,
Radio Time Buyer |
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13-1031 |
Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators
Review settled claims to determine that payments and settlements have
been made in accordance with company practices and procedures, ensuring
that proper methods have been followed. Report overpayments,
underpayments, and other irregularities. Confer with legal counsel on
claims requiring litigation. Illustrated Example: Health Insurance
Adjuster, Arson Investigator, Claims Agent |
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13-1032 |
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage Appraise
automobile or other vehicle damage to determine cost of repair for
insurance claim settlement and seek agreement with automotive repair
shop on cost of repair. Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost
or cost estimates and recommendations. Illustrated Example: Auto
Damage Estimator |
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13-1041 |
Compliance Officers, Except Agriculture,
Construction, Health and Safety, and Transportation Examine,
evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and
regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and
other compliance and enforcement inspection activities not classified
elsewhere. Exclude "Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents"
(13-2081) and "Financial Examiners" (13-2061). Illustrated Example:
Truant Officer, Coroner, Inspector of Weights and Measures |
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13-1051 |
Cost Estimators Prepare cost estimates for
product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid
management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May
specialize according to particular service performed or type of product
manufactured. Illustrated Example: Construction Estimator, Crating
and Moving Estimator, Job Estimator |
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13-1061 |
Emergency Management Specialists Coordinate
disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster
preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for
natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or
technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies, hazardous
materials spills) disasters or hostage situations. Illustrated
Example: Director of Civil Defense, Public Safety Director
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13-1071 |
Employment, Recruitment, and Placement Specialists
Recruit and place workers. Illustrated Example: Employment
Interviewer, Personnel Recruiter, Placement Assistant |
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13-1072 |
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
Conduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for
employer. May specialize in specific areas, such as position
classification and pension programs. Illustrated Example:
Occupational Analyst, Relocation Director, Wage Conciliator |
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13-1073 |
Training and Development Specialists Conduct
training and development programs for employees. Illustrated Example:
Training Coordinator, Workforce Development Specialist, Supervisor,
Training Personnel |
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13-1079 |
Human Resources, Training, and Labor Relations
Specialists, All Other All human resources, training, and labor
relations specialists not listed separately. Illustrated Example:
Personnel Arbitrator, Employee Relations Specialist |
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13-1081 |
Logisticians Analyze and coordinate the
logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the
entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution,
internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources.
Illustrated Example: Logistics Engineer, Logistics Analyst, Logistics
Planner |
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13-1111 |
Management Analysts Conduct organizational
studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work
simplifications and measurement studies, and prepare operations and
procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently
and effectively. Include program analysts and management consultants.
Exclude "Computer Systems Analysts" (15-1051) and "Operations Research
Analysts" (15-2031). Illustrated Example: Business Consultant,
Industrial Analyst |
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13-1121 |
Meeting and Convention Planners Coordinate
activities of staff and convention personnel to make arrangements for
group meetings and conventions. Illustrated Example: Conference
Planner, Conference Service Coordinator, Convention Manager |
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13-1199 |
Business Operations Specialists, All Other All
business operations specialists not listed separately. Illustrated
Example: Grant Coordinator, Liaison Officer, Purser |
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13-2011 |
Accountants and Auditors Examine, analyze, and
interpret accounting records for the purpose of giving advice or
preparing statements. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or
other financial and budgetary data. Illustrated Example: Bursar,
Certified Public Accountant, Tax Accountant |
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13-2021 |
Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate Appraise
real property to determine its fair value. May assess taxes in
accordance with prescribed schedules. Illustrated Example: Building
Appraiser, County Assessor, Property Evaluator |
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13-2031 |
Budget Analysts Examine budget estimates for
completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
Analyze budgeting and accounting reports for the purpose of maintaining
expenditure controls. Illustrated Example: Budget Examiner, Fiscal
Agent, Fiscal Officer |
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13-2041 |
Credit Analysts Analyze current credit data and
financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of
risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with
this credit information for use in decision-making. Illustrated
Example: Credit Negotiator, Escrow Representative, Factorer |
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13-2051 |
Financial Analysts Conduct quantitative analyses
of information affecting investment programs of public or private
institutions. Illustrated Example: Bond Analyst, Investment Analyst,
Securities Consultant |
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13-2052 |
Personal Financial Advisors Advise clients on
financial plans utilizing knowledge of tax and investment strategies,
securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include
assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage,
tax status, and financial objectives to establish investment strategies.
Illustrated Example: Budget Counselor, Financial Planner, Estate
Planner |
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13-2053 |
Insurance Underwriters Review individual
applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and
determine acceptance of applications. Illustrated Example: Bond
Underwriter, Insurance Analyst |
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13-2061 |
Financial Examiners Enforce or ensure compliance
with laws and regulations governing financial and securities
institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine,
verify correctness of, or establish authenticity of records.
Illustrated Example: Bank Examiner, Payroll Examiner, Pension Examiner |
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13-2071 |
Loan Counselors Provide guidance to prospective
loan applicants who have problems qualifying for traditional loans.
Guidance may include determining the best type of loan and explaining
loan requirements or restrictions. Illustrated Example: Credit
Counselor, Farm Mortgage Agent, Financial Aid Counselor |
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13-2072 |
Loan Officers Evaluate, authorize, or recommend
approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers
on financial status and methods of payments. Include mortgage loan
officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and
loan underwriters. Illustrated Example: Loan Reviewer, Escrow
Officer, Mortgage Consultant |
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13-2081 |
Tax Examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents
Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business
firms according to prescribed laws and regulations. Illustrated
Example: Tax Investigator, Revenue Agent, Tax Auditor |
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13-2082 |
Tax Preparers Prepare tax returns for individuals
or small businesses but do not have the background or responsibilities
of an accredited or certified public accountant. Illustrated Example:
Income Tax Advisor, Income Tax Consultant, Tax Specialist |
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13-2099 |
Financial Specialists, All Other All financial
specialists not listed separately. Illustrated Example: Bail
Bondsman, Executor of Estate, Foreign Exchange Trader |
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15-1011 |
Computer and Information Scientists, Research
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as
theorists, designers, or inventors. Solve or develop solutions to
problems in the field of computer hardware and software. |
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15-0000 |
Computer and Mathematical Science
Occupations |
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15-1021 |
Computer Programmers Convert project
specifications and statements of problems and procedures to detailed
logical flow charts for coding into computer language. Develop and write
computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents,
data, and information. May program web sites. Illustrated Example:
Computer Programmer Aide, Mainframe Programmer, Systems Programmer |
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15-1031 |
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or
specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software
solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the
aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design
databases within an application area, working individually or
coordinating database development as part of a team. Exclude "Computer
Hardware Engineers" (17-2061). Illustrated Example: Applications
Developer, Programmer Analyst, Software Designer |
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15-1032 |
Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software
Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software,
compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial,
military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general
computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and
analyze software requirements. Apply principles and techniques of
computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Illustrated
Example: EDP Systems Engineers |
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15-1041 |
Computer Support Specialists Provide technical
assistance to computer system users. Answer questions or resolve
computer problems for clients in person, via telephone or from remote
location. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware
and software, including printing, installation, word processing,
electronic mail, and operating systems. Exclude "Network and Computer
Systems Administrators" (15-1071). Illustrated Example: Customer
Support Analyst, Help Desk Technician, Work Station Support Specialist |
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15-1051 |
Computer Systems Analysts Analyze science,
engineering, business, and all other data processing problems for
application to electronic data processing systems. Analyze user
requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing
systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and
scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available
software. Exclude persons working primarily as "Engineers" (17-2011
through 17-2199), "Mathematicians" (15-2021), or "Scientists" (19-1011
through 19-3099). May supervise computer programmers. Illustrated
Example: Health Systems Computer Analyst, Data Processing Systems
Project Planner, Information Systems Consultant |
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15-1061 |
Database Administrators Coordinate changes to
computer databases, test and implement the database applying knowledge
of database management systems. May plan, coordinate, and implement
security measures to safeguard computer databases. Illustrated
Example: Automatic Data Processing Planner, Data Base Design Analyst,
Database Security Administrator |
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15-1071 |
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network
(LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet system or a segment of a
network system. Maintain network hardware and software. Monitor network
to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary
maintenance to support network availability. May supervise other network
support and client server specialists and plan, coordinate, and
implement network security measures. Exclude "Computer Support
Specialists" (15-1041). Illustrated Example: LAN/WAN Administrator,
Network Control Operator, Network Security Administrator |
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15-1081 |
Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts
Analyze, design, test, and evaluate network systems, such as local area
networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), Internet, intranet, and other
data communications systems. Perform network modeling, analysis, and
planning. Research and recommend network and data communications
hardware and software. Include telecommunications specialists who deal
with the interfacing of computer and communications equipment. May
supervise computer programmers. Illustrated Example: Internet
Developer, Systems Integrator, Webmaster |
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15-1099 |
Computer Specialists, All Other All computer
specialists not listed separately. Illustrated Example: Computer
Laboratory Technician |
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15-2011 |
Actuaries Analyze statistical data, such as
mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and
construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment
of future benefits. May ascertain premium rates required and cash
reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits. Illustrated
Example: Actuarial Mathematician |
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15-2021 |
Mathematicians Conduct research in fundamental
mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science,
management, and other fields. Solve or direct solutions to problems in
various fields by mathematical methods. Illustrated Example:
Algebraist, Cipher Expert, Cryptographer |
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15-2031 |
Operations Research Analysts Formulate and apply
mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods using a computer to
develop and interpret information that assists management with decision
making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May develop
related software, service, or products. Frequently concentrates on
collecting and analyzing data and developing decision support software.
May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for
program evaluation, review, or implementation. Illustrated Example:
Procedure Analyst, Method Consultant, Standards Analyst |
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15-2041 |
Statisticians Engage in the development of mathematical
theory or apply statistical theory and methods to collect, organize,
interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information.
May specialize in fields, such as bio-statistics, agricultural
statistics, business statistics, economic statistics, or other fields.
Include mathematical statisticians. Illustrated Example: Biometrician,
Sampling Expert, Statistical Analyst |
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15-2091 |
Mathematical Technicians Apply standardized mathematical
formulas, principles, and methodology to technological problems in
engineering and physical sciences in relation to specific industrial and
research objectives, processes, equipment, and products. |
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15-2099 |
Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other All
mathematical scientists not listed separately. Illustrated Example:
Geometrician, Harmonic Analyst, Weight Analyst |
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17-0000 |
Architecture and Engineering Occupations |
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17-1011 |
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval Plan and design
structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters,
factories, and other structural property. Illustrated Example:
Architectural Designer, Building Consultant, Site Planner |
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17-1012 |
Landscape Architects Plan and design land areas for such
projects as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways,
hospitals, schools, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial, and
residential sites. Illustrated Example: Environmental Planner, Land
Planner, Landscape Designer |
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17-1021 |
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Collect, analyze,
and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys,
aerial photographs, and satellite data. Research, study, and prepare
maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for legal,
social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with
Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate
algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping
systems. Illustrated Example: Field Map Editor, Mapper, Topographer |
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17-1022 |
Surveyors Make exact measurements and determine property
boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation,
location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near
the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation,
construction, and other purposes. Illustrated Example: Geodetic
Surveyor, Land Examiner, Mineral Surveyor |
|
17-2011 |
Aerospace Engineers Perform a variety of engineering
work in designing, constructing, and testing aircraft, missiles, and
spacecraft. May conduct basic and applied research to evaluate
adaptability of materials and equipment to aircraft design and
manufacture. May recommend improvements in testing equipment and
techniques. Illustrated Example: Aerodynamicist, Flight Test Engineer,
Aeronautical Engineer |
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17-2021 |
Agricultural Engineers Apply knowledge of engineering
technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned
with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water
conservation, and processing of agricultural products. Illustrated
Example: Farm Equipment Engineer, Agricultural Research Engineer
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17-2031 |
Biomedical Engineers Apply knowledge of engineering,
biology, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and
evaluation of biological and health systems and products, such as
artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information
systems, and heath management and care delivery systems. Illustrated
Example: Orthopedic Designer |
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17-2041 |
Chemical Engineers Design chemical plant equipment and
devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as
gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and
pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and
engineering. Illustrated Example: Absorption and Adsorption Engineer,
Explosives Engineer, Fuels Engineer |
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17-2051 |
Civil Engineers Perform engineering duties in planning,
designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building
structures, and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges,
harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants,
water and sewage systems, and waste disposal units. Include
architectural, structural, traffic, ocean, and geo-technical engineers.
Exclude "Hydrologists" (19-2043). Illustrated Example: Bridge Engineer,
Construction Engineer, Concrete Engineer |
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17-2061 |
Computer Hardware Engineers Research, design, develop,
and test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial,
industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing
and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and
components. Exclude "Computer Software Engineers, Applications"
(15-1031) and "Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software" (15-1032).
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17-2071 |
Electrical Engineers Design, develop, test, or supervise
the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components,
or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers" (17-2061). Illustrated Example:
Power Distribution Engineer, Illuminating Engineer, Relay Engineer |
|
17-2072 |
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer Research, design,
develop, and test electronic components and systems for commercial,
industrial, military, or scientific use utilizing knowledge of
electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits
and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace
guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.
Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers" (17-2061). Illustrated Example:
Communications Engineer, Circuit Design Engineer, Guidance and Control
Systems Engineer |
|
17-2081 |
Environmental Engineers Design, plan, or perform
engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of
environmental health hazards utilizing various engineering disciplines.
Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control
technology. Illustrated Example: Soil Engineer, Industrial Hygiene
Engineer, Pollution Control Engineer |
|
17-2111 |
Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety
Engineers and Inspectors Promote worksite or product safety by applying
knowledge of industrial processes, mechanics, chemistry, psychology, and
industrial health and safety laws. Include industrial product safety
engineers. Illustrated Example: Fire-Protection Engineer, Industrial
Health Engineer Product Safety Engineer |
|
17-2112 |
Industrial Engineers Design, develop, test, and evaluate
integrated systems for managing industrial production processes
including human work factors, quality control, inventory control,
logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
Exclude "Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and
Inspectors" (17-2111). Illustrated Example: Packaging Engineer, Time
Study Engineer, Plant Engineer |
|
17-2121 |
Marine Engineers and Naval Architects Design, develop,
and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and
related equipment, such as power supply and propulsion systems.
Illustrated Example: Marine Architect, Port Engineer, Ship Surveyor |
|
17-2131 |
Materials Engineers Evaluate materials and develop
machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products
that must meet specialized design and performance specifications.
Develop new uses for known materials. Include those working with
composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as
graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and
polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Include metallurgists and
metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers.
Illustrated Example: Ceramic Engineer, Corrosion Engineer, Metallurgical
Engineer |
|
17-2141 |
Mechanical Engineers Perform engineering duties in
planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically
functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and
repair of such equipment as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam
systems. Illustrated Example: Combustion Engineer, Plant Equipment
Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer |
|
17-2151 |
Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety
Engineers Determine the location and plan the extraction of coal,
metallic ores, nonmetallic minerals, and building materials, such as
stone and gravel. Work involves conducting preliminary surveys of
deposits or undeveloped mines and planning their development; examining
deposits or mines to determine whether they can be worked at a profit;
making geological and topographical surveys; evolving methods of mining
best suited to character, type, and size of deposits; and supervising
mining operations. Illustrated Example: Exploration Engineer, Mineral
Engineer, Mine Equipment Design Engineer |
|
17-2161 |
Nuclear Engineers Conduct research on nuclear
engineering problems or apply principles and theory of nuclear science
to problems concerned with release, control, and utilization of nuclear
energy and nuclear waste disposal. Illustrated Example: Atomic Process
Engineer, Radiation Engineer, Reactor Engineer |
|
17-2171 |
Petroleum Engineers Devise methods to improve oil and
gas well production and determine the need for new or modified tool
designs. Oversee drilling and offer technical advice to achieve
economical and satisfactory progress. Illustrated Example: Drilling
Engineer, Natural Gas Engineer, Oil Well Surveying Engineer |
|
17-2199 |
Engineers, All Other All engineers not listed
separately. Illustrated Example: Optical Engineer, Salvage Engineer,
Ordnance Engineer |
|
17-3011 |
Architectural and Civil Drafters Prepare detailed
drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or
drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering
projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Utilize knowledge
of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to
complete drawings. Illustrated Example: Structural Drafter |
|
17-3012 |
Electrical and Electronics Drafters Prepare wiring
diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for
manufacture, installation, and repair of electrical equipment in
factories, power plants, and buildings.
|
|
17-3013 |
Mechanical Drafters Prepare detailed working diagrams of
machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening
methods, and other engineering information. Illustrated Example: Die
Designer, Aeronautical Drafter |
|
17-3019 |
Drafters, All Other All drafters not listed separately.
Illustrated Example: Geological Drafter, Hull Drafter |
|
17-3021 |
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians
Operate, install, calibrate, and maintain integrated
computer/communications systems consoles, simulators, and other data
acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment to launch,
track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and
interpret test data. Illustrated Example: Wind Tunnel Technician, Flight
Data Technician, Altitude Chamber Technician |
|
17-3022 |
Civil Engineering Technicians Apply theory and
principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing
construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the
direction of engineering staff or physical scientists. Illustrated
Example: Highway Technician |
|
17-3023 |
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technicians Apply
electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under
the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, calibrate,
and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for
subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering
design decisions. Exclude "Broadcast Technicians" (27-4012).
Illustrated
Example: Calibration Laboratory Technician, Semiconductor Development
Technician, Instrumentation Technician |
|
17-3024 |
Electro-Mechanical Technicians Operate, test, and
maintain unmanned, automated, servo-mechanical, or electromechanical
equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment
at worksites, such as oil rigs, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous
waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics
equipment. |
|
17-3025 |
Environmental Engineering Technicians Apply theory and
principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate
equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation
of environmental pollution, including waste treatment and site
remediation. May assist in the development of environmental pollution
remediation devices under direction of engineer. Illustrated Example:
Air Analysis Technician, Soil Technician |
|
17-3026 |
Industrial Engineering Technicians Apply engineering
theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing
production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May study
and record time, motion, method, and speed involved in performance of
production, maintenance, clerical, and other worker operations for such
purposes as establishing standard production rates or improving
efficiency. Illustrated Example: Methods Study Analyst, Quality Control
Technician, Time Study Analyst |
|
17-3027 |
Mechanical Engineering Technicians Apply theory and
principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, and test
machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical
scientists. Illustrated Example: Heat Transfer Technician, Optomechanical Technician, Tool Analyst |
|
17-3029 |
Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other All
engineering technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.
Illustrated Example: Laser Specialist, Metallurgical Technician,
Material Stress Tester |
|
17-3031 |
Surveying and Mapping Technicians Perform surveying and
mapping duties, usually under the direction of a surveyor, cartographer,
or photogrammetrist to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking,
boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking
information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes,
aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical
features, political boundaries, and other features. May verify accuracy
and completeness of topographical maps. Exclude "Surveyors" (17-1022),
"Cartographers and Photogrammetrists" (17-1021), and "Geoscientists,
Except Hydrologists and Geographers" (19-2042). Illustrated Example:
Cartographic Technician, Map Drafter, Stereo Map Plotter Operator |
|
19-0000 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science
Occupations |
|
19-1011 |
Animal Scientists Conduct research in the genetics,
nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm
animals. Illustrated Example: Dairy Scientist, Poultry Scientist
|
|
19-1012 |
Food Scientists and Technologists Use chemistry,
microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles
underlying the processing and deterioration of foods; analyze food
content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein;
discover new food sources; research ways to make processed foods safe,
palatable, and healthful; and apply food science knowledge to determine
best ways to process, package, preserve, store, and distribute food.
|
|
19-1013 |
Soil and Plant Scientists Conduct research in breeding,
physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural
plants, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the
chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils
as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and
investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop
productivity. Illustrated Example: Agronomist, Plant Pathologist, Pomologist |
|
19-1021 |
Biochemists and Biophysicists Study the chemical
composition and physical principles of living cells and organisms, their
electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. May conduct
research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations
and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and
heredity. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones,
and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
|
|
19-1022 |
Microbiologists Investigate the growth, structure,
development, and other characteristics of microscopic organisms, such as
bacteria, algae, or fungi. Include medical microbiologists who study the
relationship between organisms and disease or the effects of antibiotics
on microorganisms. Illustrated Example: Bacteriologist, Cytologist,
Virologist |
|
19-1023 |
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Study the origins,
behavior, diseases, genetics, and life processes of animals and
wildlife. May specialize in wildlife research and management, including
the collection and analysis of biological data to determine the
environmental effects of present and potential use of land and water
areas. Illustrated Example: Ecologist, Herpetologist, Ornithologist |
|
19-1029 |
Biological Scientists, All Other All biological
scientists not listed separately. Illustrated Example: Geneticist, Paleobotanist, Plant Taxonomist |
|
19-1031 |
Conservation Scientists Manage, improve, and protect
natural resources to maximize their use without damaging the
environment. May conduct soil surveys and develop plans to eliminate
soil erosion or to protect rangelands from fire and rodent damage. May
instruct farmers, agricultural production managers, or ranchers in best
ways to use crop rotation, contour plowing, or terracing to conserve
soil and water; in the number and kind of livestock and forage plants
best suited to particular ranges; and in range and farm improvements,
such as fencing and reservoirs for stock watering. Exclude "Zoologists
and Wildlife Biologists" (19-1023) and "Foresters" (19-1032).
Illustrated Example: Range Manager, Conservation Officer |
|
19-1032 |
Foresters Manage forested lands for economic,
recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount,
and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate
the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how
to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil
stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May
devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for
healthy growth, and determine the best time for harvesting. Develop
forest management plans for public and privately-owned forested lands.
Illustrated Example: Forest Ecologist, Timber Management Specialist
|
|
19-1041 |
Epidemiologists Investigate and describe the
determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health
outcomes and develop the means for prevention and control. Illustrated
Example: Malariologist |
|
19-1042 |
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists Conduct
research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the
improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation or other
research, production, technical writing, or related activities. Include
medical scientists such as physicians, dentists, public health
specialists, pharmacologists, and medical pathologists. Exclude
practitioners who provide medical or dental care or dispense drugs.
Illustrated Example: Cancer Researcher, Toxicologist, Virologist |
|
19-1099 |
Life Scientists, All Other All life scientists not
listed separately. |
|
19-2011 |
Astronomers Observe, research, and interpret celestial
and astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge and apply such
information to practical problems. |
|
19-2012 |
Physicists Conduct research into the phases of physical
phenomena, develop theories and laws on the basis of observation and
experiments, and devise methods to apply laws and theories to industry
and other fields. Illustrated Example: Fluid Dynamicist, Rheologist,
Thermodynamicist |
|
19-2021 |
Atmospheric and Space Scientists Investigate atmospheric
phenomena and interpret meteorological data gathered by surface and air
stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for
public and other uses. Include weather analysts and forecasters whose
functions require the detailed knowledge of a meteorologist. Illustrated
Example: Climatologist, Meteorologist, Weather Forecaster |
|
19-2031 |
Chemists Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical
analyses or chemical experiments in laboratories for quality or process
control or to develop new products or knowledge. Exclude "Geoscientists,
Except Hydrologists and Geographers" (19-2042) and "Biochemists and
Biophysicists" (19-1021). Illustrated Example: Inorganic Chemist,
Chemical Analyst |
|
19-2032 |
Materials Scientists Research and study the structures
and chemical properties of various natural and manmade materials,
including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers,
and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop
new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of
products and applications. Include glass scientists, ceramic scientists,
metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists.
|
|
19-2041 |
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including
Health Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of
identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards
that affect either the environment or the health of the population.
Utilizing knowledge of various scientific disciplines may collect,
synthesize, study, report, and take action based on data derived from
measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other
sources. Exclude "Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists" (19-1023),
"Conservation Scientists" (19-1031), "Forest and Conservation
Technicians" (19-4093), "Fish and Game Wardens" (33-3031), and "Forest
and Conservation Workers" (45-4011). Illustrated Example: Environmental
Analyst, Water Pollution Specialist |
|
19-2042 |
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers Study
the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the earth. May
use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for
oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land
reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the earth's
internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical,
and gravitational forces. Include mineralogists, crystallographers,
paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.
Illustrated Example: Oceanographer, Paleontologist, Seismologist |
|
19-2043 |
Hydrologists Research the distribution, circulation, and
physical properties of underground and surface waters; study the form
and intensity of precipitation, its rate of infiltration into the soil,
movement through the earth, and its return to the ocean and atmosphere.
Illustrated Example: Hydrogeologist |
|
19-2099 |
Physical Scientists, All Other All physical scientists
not listed separately. |
|
19-3011 |
Economists Conduct research, prepare reports, or
formulate plans to aid in solution of economic problems arising from
production and distribution of goods and services. May collect and
process economic and statistical data using econometric and sampling
techniques. Exclude "Market Research Analysts" (19-3021). Illustrated
Example: Econometrician, Economic Research Analyst, Industrial Economist |
|
19-3021 |
Market Research Analysts Research market conditions in
local, regional, or national areas to determine potential sales of a
product or service. May gather information on competitors, prices,
sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May use survey results
to create a marketing campaign based on regional preferences and buying
habits. Illustrated Example: Advertising Analyst, Marketing Consultant,
Marketing Forecaster |
|
19-3022 |
Survey Researchers Design or conduct surveys. May
supervise interviewers who conduct the survey in person or over the
telephone. May present survey results to client. Exclude "Statisticians"
(15-2041), "Economists" (19-3011), "Market Research Analysts" (19-3021),
and "Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan" (43-4111). Illustrated
Example: Pollster |
|
19-3031 |
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists Diagnose
and treat mental disorders; learning disabilities; and cognitive,
behavioral, and emotional problems using individual, child, family, and
group therapies. May design and implement behavior modification
programs. Illustrated Example: Vocational Psychologist, Child
Psychologist |
|
19-3032 |
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists Apply principles
of psychology to personnel, administration, management, sales, and
marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee
screening, training and development; and organizational development and
analysis. May work with management to reorganize the work setting to
improve worker productivity. Illustrated Example: Engineering
Psychologist |
|
19-3039 |
Psychologists, All Other All psychologists not listed
separately. Illustrated Example: Social Psychologist, Psychometrist
|
|
19-3041 |
Sociologists Study human society and social behavior by
examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well
as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May
study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and
growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual
members. Illustrated Example: Criminologist, Penologist, Social Welfare
Research Worker |
|
19-3051 |
Urban and Regional Planners Develop comprehensive plans
and programs for use of land and physical facilities of local
jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
Illustrated Example: City Planner |
|
19-3091 |
Anthropologists and Archeologists Study the origin,
development, and behavior of humans. May study the way of life,
language, or physical characteristics of existing people in various
parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examination of
material evidence, such as tools or pottery remaining from past human
cultures, in order to determine the history, customs, and living habits
of earlier civilizations. Illustrated Example: Political Anthropologist
|
|
19-3092 |
Geographers Study nature and use of areas of earth's
surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural
phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including
land forms, climates, soils, plants and animals, and conduct research on
the spatial implications of human activities within a given area,
including social characteristics, economic activities, and political
organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at
scales ranging from local to global. |
|
19-3093 |
Historians Research, analyze, record, and interpret the
past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional
records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews,
films, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and
letters. Illustrated Example: Genealogist, Historical Society Director
|
|
19-3094 |
Political Scientists Study the origin, development, and
operation of political systems. Research a wide range of subjects, such
as relations between the United States and foreign countries, the
beliefs and institutions of foreign nations, or the politics of small
towns or a major metropolis. May study topics, such as public opinion,
political decision making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and
operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May
conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze
public documents. Illustrated Example: Political Analyst, Political
Consultant |
|
19-3099 |
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other All
social scientists and related workers not listed separately. Illustrated
Example: Ethnologist, Linguist, Philologist |
|
19-4011 |
Agricultural and Food Science Technicians Work with
agricultural scientists in food, fiber, and animal research, production,
and processing; assist with animal breeding and nutrition work; under
supervision, conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality
of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease
or insects. Include technicians who assist food scientists or food
technologists in the research, development, production technology,
quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods. Illustrated
Example: Inseminator, Feed Research Technician, Dairy Technologist |
|
19-4021 |
Biological Technicians Assist biological and medical
scientists in laboratories. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory
instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, make observations, and
calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as
blood, food, and drugs. Illustrated Example: Biotechnologist, Wildlife
Technician Specimen Technician |
|
19-4031 |
Chemical Technicians Conduct chemical and physical
laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and
quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials for
purposes, such as research and development of new products or processes,
quality control, maintenance of environmental standards, and other work
involving experimental, theoretical, or practical application of
chemistry and related sciences. Illustrated Example: Assayer, Fiber
Analyst, Paint Tester |
|
19-4041 |
Geological and Petroleum Technicians Assist scientists
in the use of electrical, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in
both laboratory and production activities to obtain data indicating
potential sources of metallic ore, gas, or petroleum. Analyze mud and
drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics
of wells or bore holes. Investigate and collect information leading to
the possible discovery of new oil fields. Illustrated Example: Field
Scout, Crude Tester, Seismic Observer |
|
19-4051 |
Nuclear Technicians Assist scientists in both laboratory
and production activities by performing technical tasks involving
nuclear physics, primarily in operation, maintenance, production, and
quality control support activities. Illustrated Example: Accelerator
Operator, Radiation Monitor |
|
19-4061 |
Social Science Research Assistants Assist social
scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social research. May perform
publication activities, laboratory analysis, quality control, or data
management. Normally these individuals work under the direct supervision
of a social scientist and assist in those activities which are more
routine. Exclude "Graduate Teaching Assistants" (25-1191) who both teach
and do research. Illustrated Example: City Planning Aide, Economic
Research Assistant, Historian Research Assistant |
|
19-4091 |
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians,
Including Health Performs laboratory and field tests to monitor the
environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that
affect health. Under direction of an environmental scientist or
specialist, may collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other
materials for testing and take corrective actions as assigned.
Illustrated Example: Pollution Control Technician |
|
19-4092 |
Forensic Science Technicians Collect, identify,
classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal
investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber,
hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify
as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May
serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics,
fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. Illustrated Example:
Ballistic Expert, Fingerprint Classifier, Polygraph Examiner |
|
19-4093 |
Forest and Conservation Technicians Compile data
pertaining to size, content, condition, and other characteristics of
forest tracts, under direction of foresters; train and lead forest
workers in forest propagation, fire prevention and suppression. May
assist conservation scientists in managing, improving, and protecting
rangelands and wildlife habitats, and help provide technical assistance
regarding the conservation of soil, water, and related natural
resources. Illustrated Example: Grazing Examiner, Soil Tester, Tree
Warden |
|
19-4099 |
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All
Other All life, physical, and social science technicians not listed
separately. Illustrated Example: Laser Technician, Radiographer,
Meteorological Aide |
|
21-0000 |
Community and Social Services Occupations |
|
21-1011 |
Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors
Counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other
problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. May counsel
individuals, families, or groups or engage in prevention programs.
Exclude "Social Workers" (21-1021 through 21-1029), "Psychologists"
(19-3031 through 19-3039), and "Mental Health Counselors" (21-1014)
providing these services. Illustrated Example: Addiction Counselor,
Chemical Dependency Counselor, Drug Counselor |
|
21-1012 |
Educational, Vocational, and School Counselors Counsel
individuals and provide group educational and vocational guidance
services. Illustrated Example: Curriculum Counselor, Guidance Counselor,
Educational Adviser |
|
21-1013 |
Marriage and Family Therapists Diagnose and treat mental
and emotional disorders, whether cognitive, affective, or behavioral,
within the context of marriage and family systems. Apply
psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the
delivery of professional services to individuals, couples, and families
for the purpose of treating such diagnosed nervous and mental disorders.
Exclude "Social Workers" (21-1021 through 21-1029) and "Psychologists"
of all types (19-3031 through 19-3039). Illustrated Example: Family
Counselor, Marriage Counselor |
|
21-1014 |
Mental Health Counselors Counsel with emphasis on
prevention. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental
health. May help individuals deal with addictions and substance abuse;
family, parenting, and marital problems; suicide; stress management;
problems with self-esteem; and issues associated with aging and mental
and emotional health. Exclude "Social Workers" (21-1021 through
21-1029), "Psychiatrists" (29-1066), and "Psychologists" (19-3031
through 19-3039). |
|
21-1015 |
Rehabilitation Counselors Counsel individuals to
maximize the independence and employability of persons coping with
personal, social, and vocational difficulties that result from birth
defects, illness, disease, accidents, or the stress of daily life.
Coordinate activities for residents of care and treatment facilities.
Assess client needs and design and implement rehabilitation programs
that may include personal and vocational counseling, training, and job
placement. Illustrated Example: Coordinator of Rehabilitation Services,
Homemaking Rehabilitation Consultant |
|
21-1019 |
Counselors, All Other All counselors not listed
separately. Illustrated Example: Mental Hygienist, Race Relations
Adviser |
|
21-1021 |
Child, Family, and School Social Workers Provide social
services and assistance to improve the social and psychological
functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family
well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist single
parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or
abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage
pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers on how to
deal with problem children. Illustrated Example: Adoption Agent, Child
Abuse Worker, Foster Care Worker |
|
21-1022 |
Medical and Public Health Social Workers Provide
persons, families, or vulnerable populations with the psychosocial
support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses, such
as Alzheimer's, cancer, or AIDS. Services include advising family care
givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making necessary
referrals for other social services. Illustrated Example: Bereavement
Counselor, Hospice Social Worker, Medical Caseworker |
|
21-1023 |
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Assess
and treat individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse
problems, including abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs.
Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis
intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and
education. Illustrated Example: Community Mental Health Worker,
Psychiatric Social Worker |
|
21-1029 |
Social Workers, All Other All social workers not listed
separately. Illustrated Example: Case Worker, Case Supervisor, Welfare
Investigator |
|
21-1091 |
Health Educators Promote, maintain, and improve
individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities
to adopt healthy behaviors. Collect and analyze data to identify
community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and
evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies
and environments. May also serve as a resource to assist individuals,
other professionals, or the community, and may administer fiscal
resources for health education programs. Illustrated Example: Public
Health Advisor, Public Health Representative |
|
21-1092 |
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment
Specialists Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law
offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make recommendations for
actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of
offender, including conditional release and education and employment
stipulations. Illustrated Example: Attendance Officer, Parole Officer
|
|
21-1093 |
Social and Human Service Assistants Assist professionals
from a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or
social work, to provide client services, as well as support for
families. May assist clients in identifying available benefits and
social and community services and help clients obtain them. May assist
social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to
prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human
relationships, rehabilitation, or adult daycare. Exclude "Rehabilitation
Counselors" (21-1015), "Personal and Home Care Aides" (39-9021),
"Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs" (43-4061), and
"Psychiatric Technicians" (29-2053). Illustrated Example: Case Aide,
Home Visitor, Human Services Worker |
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21-1099 |
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other All
community and social service specialists not listed separately.
Illustrated Example: Community Organization Worker, Veteran's Service
Officer |
|
21-2011 |
Clergy Conduct religious worship and perform other
spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious
faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and
assistance to members. Illustrated Example: Bishop, Parish Priest, Rabbi |
|
21-2021 |
Directors, Religious Activities and Education Direct and
coordinate activities of a denominational group to meet religious needs
of students. Plan, direct, or coordinate church school programs designed
to promote religious education among church membership. May provide
counseling and guidance relative to marital, health, financial, and
religious problems. Illustrated Example: Director of Religious
Education, Minister of Education, Youth Director |
|
21-2099 |
Religious Workers, All Other All religious workers not
listed separately. Illustrated Example: Religious Healer, Ecclesiastical
Worker, Missionary |
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23-0000 |
Legal Occupations |
|
23-1011 |
Lawyers Represent clients in criminal and civil
litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, and
manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a
single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law. Illustrated
Example: Attorney, Real Estate Attorney, Corporate Counsel |
|
23-1021 |
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing
Officers Conduct hearings to decide or recommend decisions on claims
concerning government programs or other government-related matters and
prepare decisions. Determine penalties or the existence and the amount
of liability, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims, or
compromise settlements. Illustrated Example: Adjudicator, Traffic Court
Referee |
|
23-1022 |
Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators Facilitate
negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts
outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
Illustrated Example: Ombudsman |
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23-1023 |
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates Arbitrate,
advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May
sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes.
May determine liability of defendant in civil cases. May issue marriage
licenses and perform wedding ceremonies. Illustrated Example: Circuit
Court Judge, Jurist, Justice |
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23-2011 |
Paralegals and Legal Assistants Assist lawyers by
researching legal precedent, investigating facts, or preparing legal
documents. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate
a defense, or to initiate legal action. Illustrated Example: Legal
Assistant, Legal Investigator |
|
23-2091 |
Court Reporters Use verbatim methods and equipment to
capture, store, retrieve, and transcribe pretrial and trial proceedings
or other information. Include stenocaptioners who operate computerized
stenographic captioning equipment to provide captions of live or
prerecorded broadcasts for hearing-impaired viewers. Illustrated
Example: Court Transcriber, Stenocaptioner, Mask Reporter |
|
23-2092 |
Law Clerks Assist lawyers or judges by researching or
preparing legal documents. May meet with clients or assist lawyers and
judges in court. Exclude "Lawyers" (23-1011) and "Paralegals and Legal
Assistants" (23-2011). Illustrated Example: Legal Clerk |
|
23-2093 |
Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers Search real
estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or
insurance details for a variety of purposes. May compile lists of
mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by
searching public and private records for law firms, real estate
agencies, or title insurance companies. Illustrated Example: Abstract
Clerk, Escrow Officer, Lien Searcher |
|
23-2099 |
Legal Support Workers, All Other All legal support
workers not listed separately. Illustrated Example: Brief Writer,
Legislative Aide, Patent Examiner |
|
25-0000 |
Education, Training, and Library Occupations |
|
25-1011 |
Business Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
business administration and management, such as accounting, finance,
human resources, labor relations, marketing, and operations research.
Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a
combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated Example:
Accounting Teacher, Marketing Teacher, Shorthand Teacher |
|
25-1021 |
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such
as the design and function of computers or operations and research
analysis. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those
who do a combination of both teaching and research.
|
|
25-1022 |
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary Teach
courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial
science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical
techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Include both
teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of
both teaching and research. Illustrated Example: Actuarial Science
Teacher, Calculus Teacher, Geometry Teacher |
|
25-1031 |
Architecture Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
architecture and architectural design, such as architectural
environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape
architecture. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and
those who do a combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated
Example: Landscape Architecture Teacher |
|
25-1032 |
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of
engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments,
processes, and services. Include teachers of subjects, such as chemical,
civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum
engineering. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and
those who do a combination of both teaching and research. Exclude
"Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary" (25-1021). Illustrated
Example: Aeronautics Engineering Teacher, Civil Engineering Teacher,
Electrical Engineering Teacher |
|
25-1041 |
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary Teach
courses in the agricultural sciences. Include teachers of agronomy,
dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry
sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Include
both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a
combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated Example: Dairy
Science Teacher, Farm Management Teacher, Agricultural Soil Conservation
Teacher |
|
25-1042 |
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
in biological sciences. Include both teachers primarily engaged in
teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.
Illustrated Example: Bacteriology Teacher, Biochemistry Teacher,
Genetics Teacher |
|
25-1043 |
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers,
Postsecondary Teach courses in environmental and conservation science.
Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a
combination of both teaching and research. Exclude "Agricultural Science
Teachers" (25-1041). Illustrated Example: Forest Management Teacher,
Forest Pathology Teacher |
|
25-1051 |
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers,
Postsecondary Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry
and physics. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and
those who do a combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated
Example: Climatology Teacher, Geology Teacher, Oceanography Teacher |
|
25-1052 |
Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional
changes of substances. Work may include instruction in the methods of
qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Include both teachers
primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of both
teaching and research. Exclude "Biological Science Teachers,
Postsecondary" (25-1042) who teach biochemistry. Illustrated Example:
Food Technology Teacher, Pharmacognosy Teacher |
|
25-1053 |
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary Teach
courses in environmental science. Include both teachers primarily
engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and
research. |
|
25-1054 |
Physics Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses pertaining
to the laws of matter and energy. Include both teachers primarily
engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and
research. Illustrated Example: Aerodynamics Teacher, Ballistics Teacher,
Thermodynamics Teacher |
|
25-1061 |
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in anthropology or archeology. Include both teachers
primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both
teaching and research. Illustrated Example: Paleology Teacher
|
|
25-1062 |
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers,
Postsecondary Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of
an area (e.g., Latin America), an ethnic group, or any other group
(e.g., women's studies, urban affairs). Include both teachers primarily
engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and
research. Illustrated Example: Ethnology Teacher |
|
25-1063 |
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
economics. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those
who do a combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated Example:
Agricultural Economics Teacher, Industrial Economics Teacher
|
|
25-1064 |
Geography Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
geography. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those
who do a combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated Example:
Cartography Teacher |
|
25-1065 |
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
in political science, international affairs, and international
relations. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those
who do a combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated Example:
Government Teacher, International Relations Teacher, Public Policy
Teacher |
|
25-1066 |
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and
psychological counseling. Include both teachers primarily engaged in
teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.
Illustrated Example: Child Development Teacher, Human Relations Teacher,
Applied Psychology Teacher |
|
25-1067 |
Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
sociology. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those
who do a combination of both teaching and research.
|
|
25-1069 |
Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other All
postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.
Illustrated Example: Urban Planning Teacher, Labor Relations Teacher,
Survey Research Teacher |
|
25-1071 |
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
in health specialties, such as veterinary medicine, dentistry, pharmacy,
therapy, laboratory technology, and public health. Exclude "Nursing
Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary" (25-1072) and "Biological
Science Teachers, Postsecondary" (25-1042) who teach medical science.
Illustrated Example: Pharmacology Teacher, Dentistry Teacher, Nutrition
Teacher |
|
25-1072 |
Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary
Demonstrate and teach patient care in classroom and clinical units to
nursing students. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching
and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.
Illustrated Example: Registered Nursing Instructor, Practical Nursing
Instructor, Nurses Aides Instructors |
|
25-1081 |
Education Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses
pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance,
instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second
language. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those
who do a combination of both teaching and research.
|
|
25-1082 |
Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
library science. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and
those who do a combination of both teaching and research. Illustrated
Example: Teacher of Medical Record Librarians |
|
25-1111 |
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers,
Postsecondary Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law
enforcement administration. Include both teachers primarily engaged in
teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.
Illustrated Example: Criminology Teacher, Penology Teacher |
|
25-1112 |
Law Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in law.
Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a
combination of both teaching and research.
|
|
25-1113 |
Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary Teach courses in
social work. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and
those who do a combination of both teaching and research. |
|
25-1121 |
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