Occupational Outlook

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1. The average wages and State wide demand for the listed occupations are estimates and will vary by industry, geography, and a candidates skills and experience.
2. Median hourly wage represents the rate of pay per hour at which half of those working in the profession made more than the amount noted and half made less in calendar year 2005. It is not the average pay per hour.
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Occupation Category: Architecture and Engineering Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Aerospace engineering and operations technicians SOC Code: 173021	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $48,310.00
Illustrative Examples: Wind Tunnel Technician; Flight Data Technician; Altitude Chamber Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Aerospace engineers SOC Code: 172011	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.	Number of People in the Field:201	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $58,120.00
Illustrative Examples: Aerodynamicist; Flight Test Engineer; Aeronautical Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agricultural engineers SOC Code: 172021	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.	Number of People in the Field:54	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $58,610.00
Illustrative Examples: Farm Equipment Engineer; Agricultural Research Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Architects, except landscape and naval SOC Code: 171011	Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.	Number of People in the Field:3126	Total Average Annual Openings: 34	Median Annual Salary: $66,070.00
Illustrative Examples: Architectural Designer; Building Consultant; Site Planner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Architectural and civil drafters SOC Code: 173011	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.	Number of People in the Field:2876	Total Average Annual Openings: 79	Median Annual Salary: $40,180.00
Illustrative Example: Structural Drafter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Biomedical engineers SOC Code: 172031	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.	Number of People in the Field:131	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $56,680.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cartographers and photogrammetrists SOC Code: 171021	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.	Number of People in the Field:105	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $58,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Field Map Editor; Mapper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chemical engineers SOC Code: 172041	(Fuels Engineer) 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.	Number of People in the Field:776	Total Average Annual Openings: 23	Median Annual Salary: $66,760.00
Illustrative Examples: Absorption and Adsorption Engineer; Explosives Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Civil engineering technicians SOC Code: 173022	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.	Number of People in the Field:1967	Total Average Annual Openings: 38	Median Annual Salary: $41,790.00
Illustrative Example: Highway Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Civil engineers SOC Code: 172051	(Municipal Engineer) 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 geotechnical engineers. Exclude "Hydrologists" (192043).	Number of People in the Field:5179	Total Average Annual Openings: 75	Median Annual Salary: $61,050.00
Illustrative Examples: Bridge Engineer; Construction Engineer; Concrete Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Civil Engineers, Non-R&D SOC Code: 172052	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 geotechnical engineers.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Civil Engineers, R&D SOC Code: 172053	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Civil Engineers.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer hardware engineers SOC Code: 172061	Research, design, develop, and test computer or computerrelated equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computerrelated equipment and components. Exclude "Computer Software Engineers, Applications" (151031) and "Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software (151032)."	Number of People in the Field:776	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $70,690.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Hardware Engineers, Non-R&D SOC Code: 172062	Design, develop, and test computer or computerrelated equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computerrelated equipment and components. Exclude "Computer Software Engineers, Application, NonR&D" (151034) and "Computer Software Engineers, System Software, Non R&D" (151036).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Hardware Engineers, R&D SOC Code: 172063	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Computer Hardware Engineers. Exclude "Computer Software Engineers, Application, R&D" (151035) and "Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software, R&D" (151037).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Drafters, All Other SOC Code: 173019	All drafters not listed separately	Number of People in the Field:795	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Geological Drafter; Hull Drafter .

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical and electronic engineering technicians SOC Code: 173023	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" (274012).	Number of People in the Field:4226	Total Average Annual Openings: 82	Median Annual Salary: $50,840.00
Illustrative Examples: Calibration Laboratory Technician; Semiconductor Development Technician; Instrumentation Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical and electronics drafters SOC Code: 173012	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.	Number of People in the Field:827	Total Average Annual Openings: 23	Median Annual Salary: $44,540.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical engineers SOC Code: 172071	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 (172061).	Number of People in the Field:6168	Total Average Annual Openings: 111	Median Annual Salary: $72,720.00
Illustrative Examples: Power Distribution Engineer; Illuminating Engineer; Relay Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical Engineers, Non-R&D SOC Code: 172073	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, NonR&D (172062).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical Engineers, R&D SOC Code: 172074	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Electrical Engineers. Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers, R&D"(172063).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electro-mechanical technicians SOC Code: 173024	Operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, servomechanical, 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.	Number of People in the Field:464	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $62,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electronics engineers, except computer SOC Code: 172072	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" (172061).	Number of People in the Field:2188	Total Average Annual Openings: 40	Median Annual Salary: $72,280.00
Illustrative Examples: Communications Engineer; Circuit Design Engineer; Guidance and Control Systems Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer, Non-R&D SOC Code: 172075	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, NonR&D (172062).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer, R&D SOC Code: 172076	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Electronics Engineers, Except Computer. Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers, R&D" (172063).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Engineering Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other SOC Code: 173029	All engineering technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:9592	Total Average Annual Openings: 219	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Laser Specialist; Metallurgical Technician; Material Stress Tester

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Engineers, All Other SOC Code: 172199	All engineers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:28327	Total Average Annual Openings: 503	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Optical Engineer; Salvage Engineer; Ordnance Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental engineering technicians SOC Code: 173025	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.	Number of People in the Field:896	Total Average Annual Openings: 22	Median Annual Salary: $46,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Air Analysis Technician; Soil Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental engineers SOC Code: 172081	(Public Health Engineer) 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.	Number of People in the Field:1816	Total Average Annual Openings: 35	Median Annual Salary: $75,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Soil Engineer; Industrial Hygiene Engineer; Pollution Control Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Health and safety engineers, except mining safety engineers and inspectors SOC Code: 172111	(Industrial Health Engineer) 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.	Number of People in the Field:570	Total Average Annual Openings: 13	Median Annual Salary: $71,470.00
Illustrative Examples: FireProtection Engineer; Product Safety Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Industrial engineering technicians SOC Code: 173026	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.	Number of People in the Field:5760	Total Average Annual Openings: 111	Median Annual Salary: $45,580.00
Illustrative Examples: Methods Study Analyst; Quality Control Technician; Time Study Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Industrial engineers SOC Code: 172112	(Industrial Quality Control Engineer) 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" (172111).	Number of People in the Field:17751	Total Average Annual Openings: 404	Median Annual Salary: $73,240.00
Illustrative Examples: Packaging Engineer; Time Study Engineer; Plant Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Landscape architects SOC Code: 171012	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.	Number of People in the Field:703	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $55,010.00
Illustrative Examples: Environmental Planner; Land Planner; Landscape Designer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Marine engineers and naval architects SOC Code: 172121	Design, develop, and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as power supply and propulsion systems.	Number of People in the Field:202	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $70,320.00
Illustrative Examples: Marine Architect; Port Engineer; Ship Surveyor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Materials engineers SOC Code: 172131	(Metallurgical Engineer) 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.	Number of People in the Field:991	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $72,020.00
Illustrative Example: Corrosion Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mechanical drafters SOC Code: 173013	(Die Designer) Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.	Number of People in the Field:6796	Total Average Annual Openings: 186	Median Annual Salary: $51,200.00
Illustrative Example: Aeronautical Drafter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mechanical engineering technicians SOC Code: 173027	Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, and test machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.	Number of People in the Field:2640	Total Average Annual Openings: 51	Median Annual Salary: $45,640.00
Illustrative Examples: Heat Transfer Technician; Optomechanical Technician; Tool Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mechanical engineers SOC Code: 172141	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.	Number of People in the Field:19435	Total Average Annual Openings: 536	Median Annual Salary: $72,340.00
Illustrative Examples: Combustion Engineer; Plant Equipment Engineer; Hydraulic Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mechanical Engineers, Non-R&D SOC Code: 172143	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mechanical Engineers, R&D SOC Code: 172144	These persons spend the majority of their time performing reseach and development activities relating to their work as Mechanical Engineers.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mining and geological engineers, including mining safety engineers SOC Code: 172151	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.	Number of People in the Field:53	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $69,290.00
Illustrative Examples: Exploration Engineer; Mineral Engineer; Mine Equipment Design Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Nuclear Engineers SOC Code: 172161	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.	Number of People in the Field:460	Total Average Annual Openings: 14	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Atomic Process Engineer; Radiation Engineer; Reactor Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Petroleum engineers SOC Code: 172171	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $72,550.00
Illustrative Examples: Drilling Engineer; Natural Gas Engineer; Oil Well Surveying Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Surveying and mapping technicians SOC Code: 173031	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" (171022), "Cartographers and Photogrammetrists" (171021), and "Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers" (192042).	Number of People in the Field:1653	Total Average Annual Openings: 65	Median Annual Salary: $34,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Cartographic Technician; Map Drafter; Stereo Map Plotter Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Surveyors SOC Code: 171022	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.	Number of People in the Field:1951	Total Average Annual Openings: 71	Median Annual Salary: $50,210.00
Illustrative Examples: Geodetic Surveyor; Land Examiner; Mineral Surveyor

Occupation Category: Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Actors SOC Code: 272011	Play parts in stage, television, radio, video, or motion picture productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Interpret serious or comic role by speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience. May dance and sing.	Number of People in the Field:521	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Elocutionist; Extra; Dramatic Reader

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Art directors SOC Code: 271011	Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches, and direct workers engaged in art work, layout design, and copy writing for visual communications media, such as magazines, books, newspapers, and packaging.	Number of People in the Field:1903	Total Average Annual Openings: 49	Median Annual Salary: $60,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Artists and related workers, all other SOC Code: 271019	All artists and related workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:513	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $38,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Art Appraiser; Calligrapher; Inker and Opaquer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Athletes and sports competitors SOC Code: 272021	Compete in athletic events.	Number of People in the Field:464	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $34,730.00
Illustrative Examples: Ball Player; Jockey; Racing Car Driver

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Audio and video equipment technicians SOC Code: 274011	Set up or set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences. May also set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems. Exclude "Sound Engineering Technicians" (274014).	Number of People in the Field:1005	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $31,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Video Control Operator; Audio Visual Production Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Broadcast news analysts SOC Code: 273021	Analyze, interpret, and broadcast news received from various sources.	Number of People in the Field:131	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $56,380.00
Illustrative Examples: News Anchor; Commentator; Newscaster

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Broadcast technicians SOC Code: 274012	(Control Room Technician) Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate radio transmitter to broadcast radio and television programs.	Number of People in the Field:997	Total Average Annual Openings: 25	Median Annual Salary: $40,130.00
Illustrative Example: Audio Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture SOC Code: 274031	Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to photograph images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.	Number of People in the Field:410	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Example: Cinematographer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Choreographers SOC Code: 272032	Create and teach dance. May direct and stage presentations.	Number of People in the Field:511	Total Average Annual Openings: 46	Median Annual Salary: $35,120.00
Illustrative Example: Dance Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Coaches and scouts SOC Code: 272022	Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category. Exclude "Athletic Trainers" (299091).	Number of People in the Field:4333	Total Average Annual Openings: 103	Median Annual Salary: $22,340.00
Illustrative Examples: Boxing Trainer; Horse Trainer; Baseball Club Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Commercial and industrial designers SOC Code: 271021	Develop and design manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.	Number of People in the Field:7803	Total Average Annual Openings: 93	Median Annual Salary: $69,090.00
Illustrative Examples: Body Stylist; Color Consultant; Jewelry Designer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Craft artists SOC Code: 271012	Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.	Number of People in the Field:70	Total Average Annual Openings: 1	Median Annual Salary: $13,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Architectural Modeler; Furniture Reproducer; Ivory Carver

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dancers SOC Code: 272031	Perform dances. May also sing or act.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Designers, all other SOC Code: 271029	All designers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:629	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $45,350.00
Illustrative Examples: Copyist; Frame Stylist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Editors SOC Code: 273041	(Technical Editor) Perform variety of editorial duties, such as laying out, indexing, and revising content of written materials, in preparation for final publication. Include technical editors.	Number of People in the Field:3309	Total Average Annual Openings: 74	Median Annual Salary: $42,020.00
Illustrative Examples: Copy Editor; Censor; Reviewer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Entertainers and performers, sports and related workers, all other SOC Code: 272099	All entertainers and performers, sports and related workers not listed separately	Number of People in the Field:253	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Circus Performer; Comedian; Magician.

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Fashion designers SOC Code: 271022	Design clothing and accessories. Create original garments or design garments that follow well established fashion trends. May develop the line of color and kinds of materials.	Number of People in the Field:87	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $44,730.00
Illustrative Examples: Costume Designer; Custom Furrier; Stylist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Film and video editors SOC Code: 274032	Edit motion picture soundtracks, film, and video.	Number of People in the Field:474	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $41,470.00
Illustrative Examples: Cue Selector; Video Tape Duplicator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators SOC Code: 271013	Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of mediums and techniques, such as painting and sculpture.	Number of People in the Field:1548	Total Average Annual Openings: 46	Median Annual Salary: $70,240.00
Illustrative Examples: Art Restorer; Statue Maker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Floral designers SOC Code: 271023	(Florist) Design, cut, and arrange live, dried, or artificial flowers and foliage.	Number of People in the Field:2226	Total Average Annual Openings: 27	Median Annual Salary: $22,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Corsage Maker; Flower Arranger

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Graphic designers SOC Code: 271024	(Graphic Artist) Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.	Number of People in the Field:6577	Total Average Annual Openings: 78	Median Annual Salary: $42,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Catalogue Illustrator; Layout Artist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Interior designers SOC Code: 271025	Plan, design, and furnish interiors of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. Formulate design which is practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity, selling merchandise, improving life style. May specialize in a particular field, style, phase of interior design. Exclude "Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers" (271026).	Number of People in the Field:2227	Total Average Annual Openings: 27	Median Annual Salary: $43,580.00
Illustrative Examples: Decorator; Furniture Arranger; Home Lighting Adviser

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Interpreters and translators SOC Code: 273091	Translate or interpret written, oral, or sign language text into another language for others.	Number of People in the Field:436	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $36,740.00
Illustrative Examples: Braille Translator; Deaf Interpreter; Language Translator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Media and communication equipment workers, all other SOC Code: 274099	All media and communication equipment workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:424	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $31,230.00
Illustrative Examples: Radar Operator; Light Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Media and communication workers, all other SOC Code: 273099	All media and communication workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:2272	Total Average Annual Openings: 46	Median Annual Salary: $44,140.00
Illustrative Examples: Graphologist; Stage Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Merchandise displayers and window trimmers SOC Code: 271026	Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.	Number of People in the Field:3348	Total Average Annual Openings: 40	Median Annual Salary: $23,060.00
Illustrative Examples: Mannequin Decorator; Display Artist; Model Dresser

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Multi-media artists and animators SOC Code: 271014	Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.	Number of People in the Field:1379	Total Average Annual Openings: 41	Median Annual Salary: $43,150.00
Illustrative Examples: Computer Artist; Computer Graphics Illustrator; Special Effects Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Music directors and composers SOC Code: 272041	Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras, choirs, and glee clubs. Include arrangers, composers, choral directors, and orchestrators.	Number of People in the Field:1767	Total Average Annual Openings: 58	Median Annual Salary: $32,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Choirmaster; Orchestra Conductor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Musicians and singers SOC Code: 272042	Play one or more musical instruments or entertain by singing songs in recital, in accompaniment, or as a member of an orchestra, band, or other musical group. Musical performers may entertain onstage, radio, TV, film, video, or record in studios. Exclude "Dancers" (272031).	Number of People in the Field:5401	Total Average Annual Openings: 144	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Cantor; Church Organist; Instrumentalist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Photographers SOC Code: 274021	Photograph persons, subjects, merchandise, or other commercial products. May develop negatives and produce finished prints. Include scientific photographers, aerial photographers, and photojournalists.	Number of People in the Field:3386	Total Average Annual Openings: 64	Median Annual Salary: $27,710.00
Illustrative Example: Camera Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Producers and directors SOC Code: 272012	(Stage Manager) Produce or direct stage, television, radio, video, or motion picture productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Responsible for creative decisions, such as interpretation of script, choice of guests, set design, sound, special effects, and choreography.	Number of People in the Field:2127	Total Average Annual Openings: 32	Median Annual Salary: $47,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Independent Film Maker; Program Arranger

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Public address system and other announcers SOC Code: 273012	Make announcements over loud speaker at sporting or other public events. May act as master of ceremonies or disc jockey at weddings, parties, clubs, or other gathering places.	Number of People in the Field:825	Total Average Annual Openings: 22	Median Annual Salary: $22,430.00
Illustrative Examples: Ringmaster; Train Caller

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Public relations specialists SOC Code: 273031	(Publicist) Engage in promoting or creating good will for individuals, groups, or organizations by writing or selecting favorable publicity material and releasing it through various communications media. May prepare and arrange displays, and make speeches.	Number of People in the Field:9416	Total Average Annual Openings: 203	Median Annual Salary: $48,170.00
Illustrative Examples: Lobbyist; Press Secretary

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Radio and television announcers SOC Code: 273011	Talk on radio or television. May interview guests, act as master of ceremonies, read new flashes, identify station by giving call letters, or announce song title and artist.	Number of People in the Field:1980	Total Average Annual Openings: 52	Median Annual Salary: $19,200.00
Illustrative Example: Broadcaster

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Radio operators SOC Code: 274013	Receive and transmit communications using radiotelegraph or radiotelephone equipment in accordance with government regulations. May repair equipment.	Number of People in the Field:91	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $50,030.00
Illustrative Example: Radio Officer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Reporters and correspondents SOC Code: 273022	Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspaper, news magazine, radio, or television. Exclude "Broadcast News Analysts" (273021).	Number of People in the Field:1461	Total Average Annual Openings: 33	Median Annual Salary: $29,660.00
Illustrative Examples: Critic; Foreign Correspondent

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Set and exhibit designers SOC Code: 271027	Design special exhibits and movie, television, and theater sets. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.	Number of People in the Field:300	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $44,940.00
Illustrative Examples: Set Decorator; Stage Scenery Designer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Sound engineering technicians SOC Code: 274014	(Sound Editor) Operate machines and equipment to record, synchronize, mix, or reproduce music, voices, or sound effects in sporting arenas, theater productions, recording studios, or movie and video productions.	Number of People in the Field:193	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $32,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Film Recordist; Sound Effects Person

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Technical writers SOC Code: 273042	Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.	Number of People in the Field:1604	Total Average Annual Openings: 43	Median Annual Salary: $56,840.00
Illustrative Examples: Documentation Writer; Assembly Instructions Writer; Specifications Writer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Umpires, referees, and other sports officials SOC Code: 272023	Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Include all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.	Number of People in the Field:659	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $29,300.00
Illustrative Examples: Handicapper; Paddock Judge; Athletic Events Scorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Writers and authors SOC Code: 273043	Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material. Exclude "Public Relations Specialists" (273031) and "Technical Writers" (273042).	Number of People in the Field:3733	Total Average Annual Openings: 80	Median Annual Salary: $47,290.00
Illustrative Examples: Crossword Puzzle Maker; Copy Writer; Playwright

Occupation Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Building cleaning workers, all other SOC Code: 372019	All building cleaning workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:309	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $21,330.00
Illustrative Examples: Chimney Sweep; Air Purifier Servicer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
First-line supervisors/managers of housekeeping and janitorial workers SOC Code: 371011	Supervise work activities of cleaning personnel in hotels, hospitals, offices, and other establishments.	Number of People in the Field:6253	Total Average Annual Openings: 174	Median Annual Salary: $33,650.00
Illustrative Examples: Building Superintendent; Household Manager; Housekeeping Supervisor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
First-line supervisors/managers of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers SOC Code: 371012	Plan, organize, direct, or coordinate activities of workers engaged in landscaping orgroundskeeping activities, such as planting and maintaining ornamental trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns, and applying fertilizers, pesticides, and other chemicals, according to contract specifications. May also coordinate activities of workers engaged in terracing hillsides, building retaining walls, constructing pathways, installing patios, and similar activities in following a landscape design plan. Work may involve reviewing contracts to ascertain service, machine, and work force requirements; answering inquiries from potential customers regarding methods, material, price ranges; and preparing estimates according to labor, material, and machine costs.	Number of People in the Field:6080	Total Average Annual Openings: 71	Median Annual Salary: $40,010.00
Illustrative Examples: Landscape Contractor; Golf Course Superintendent; Nursery Supervisor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Grounds maintenance workers, all other SOC Code: 373019	All grounds maintenance workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:1439	Total Average Annual Openings: 30	Median Annual Salary: $21,670.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners SOC Code: 372011	Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition. Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Duties may include tending furnace and boiler, performing routine maintenance activities, notifying management of need for repairs, and cleaning snow or debris from sidewalk.	Number of People in the Field:73258	Total Average Annual Openings: 1499	Median Annual Salary: $23,020.00
Illustrative Examples: Floor Cleaner; Building Custodian; Window Washer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Landscaping and groundskeeping workers SOC Code: 373011	(Greenskeeper, Sprinkler Installer) Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. Workers typically perform a variety of tasks, which may include any combination of the following: sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, sprinkler installation, and installation of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall units. Exclude "Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse" (452092).	Number of People in the Field:34571	Total Average Annual Openings: 905	Median Annual Salary: $22,340.00
Illustrative Examples: Landscape Gardener; Outdoor Sprinkler Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Maids and housekeeping cleaners SOC Code: 372012	Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels, restaurants, and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. Duties include making beds, replenishing linens, cleaning rooms and halls, and vacuuming.	Number of People in the Field:36940	Total Average Annual Openings: 827	Median Annual Salary: $19,270.00
Illustrative Examples: Bed Maker; Chamber Maid; Housekeeper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pest control workers SOC Code: 372021	(Exterminator) Spray or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill pests and vermin, such as mice, termites, and roaches, that infest buildings and surrounding areas.	Number of People in the Field:815	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $30,530.00
Illustrative Examples: Exterminator Helper; Fumigator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pesticide handlers, sprayers, and applicators, vegetation SOC Code: 373012	Mix or apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides through sprays, dusts, vapors, soil incorporation or chemical application on trees, shrubs, lawns, or botanical crops. Usually requires specific training and State or Federal certification. Exclude "Commercial Pilots" (532012) who operate aviation equipment to dust or spray crops.	Number of People in the Field:1189	Total Average Annual Openings: 32	Median Annual Salary: $28,320.00
Illustrative Examples: Fruit Sprayer; Weed Controller

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Tree trimmers and pruners SOC Code: 373013	Cut away dead or excess branches from trees or shrubs to maintain rightofway for roads, sidewalks, or utilities, or to improve appearance, health, and value of tree. Prune or treat trees or shrubs using handsaws, pruning hooks, sheers, and clippers. May use truckmounted lifts and power pruners. May fill cavities in trees to promote healing and prevent deterioration. Exclude workers who primarily perform duties of "Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation" (373012) and "Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers" (373011).	Number of People in the Field:1325	Total Average Annual Openings: 34	Median Annual Salary: $28,750.00
Illustrative Examples: Tree Doctor; Grape Vine Pruner

Occupation Category: Business and Financial Operations Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Accountants and auditors SOC Code: 132011	(Bursar) 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.	Number of People in the Field:35162	Total Average Annual Openings: 629	Median Annual Salary: $54,210.00
Illustrative Examples: Certified Public Accountant; Tax Accountant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes SOC Code: 131011	Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes to prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.	Number of People in the Field:231	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $36,030.00
Illustrative Examples: Booking Agent; Boxing Promoter; Theatrical Agent

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Appraisers and assessors of real estate SOC Code: 132021	Appraise real property to determine its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed schedules.	Number of People in the Field:3135	Total Average Annual Openings: 76	Median Annual Salary: $50,530.00
Illustrative Examples: Building Appraiser; County Assessor; Property Evaluator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Budget Analysts SOC Code: 132031	Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports for the purpose of maintaining expenditure controls.	Number of People in the Field:1933	Total Average Annual Openings: 28	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Budget Examiner; Fiscal Agent; Fiscal Officer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Business operations specialists, all other SOC Code: 131199	All business operations specialists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:50618	Total Average Annual Openings: 794	Median Annual Salary: $65,090.00
Illustrative Examples: Grant Coordinator; Liaison Officer; Purser

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Claims adjusters, examiners, and investigators SOC Code: 131031	(Insurance Appraiser) 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.	Number of People in the Field:6313	Total Average Annual Openings: 107	Median Annual Salary: $56,610.00
Illustrative Examples: Health Insurance Adjuster; Arson Investigator; Claims Agent

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Compensation, benefits, and job analysis specialists SOC Code: 131072	Conduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for employer. May specialize in specific areas, such as position classification and pension programs.	Number of People in the Field:3336	Total Average Annual Openings: 43	Median Annual Salary: $53,550.00
Illustrative Examples: Occupational Analyst; Relocation Director; Wage Conciliator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Compliance officers, except agriculture, construction, health and safety, and transportation SOC Code: 131041	(Coroner) 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" (132081) and "Financial Examiners" (132061).	Number of People in the Field:2631	Total Average Annual Openings: 56	Median Annual Salary: $48,170.00
Illustrative Examples: Truant Officer; Inspector of Weights and Measures

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cost estimators SOC Code: 131051	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.	Number of People in the Field:6333	Total Average Annual Openings: 131	Median Annual Salary: $58,000.00
Illustrative Examples: Construction Estimator; Crating and Moving Estimator; Job Estimator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Credit analysts SOC Code: 132041	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 decisionmaking.	Number of People in the Field:1783	Total Average Annual Openings: 25	Median Annual Salary: $46,030.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Emergency management specialists SOC Code: 131061	(Public Safety Director) 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.	Number of People in the Field:278	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $50,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Civil Defense

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Employment, recruitment, and placement specialists SOC Code: 131071	Recruit and place workers.	Number of People in the Field:4418	Total Average Annual Openings: 93	Median Annual Salary: $47,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Employment Interviewer; Personnel Recruiter; Placement Assistant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Financial analysts SOC Code: 132051	Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.	Number of People in the Field:5239	Total Average Annual Openings: 69	Median Annual Salary: $67,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Bond Analyst; Investment Analyst; Securities Consultant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Financial examiners SOC Code: 132061	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.	Number of People in the Field:386	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $66,140.00
Illustrative Examples: Bank Examiner; Payroll Examiner; Pension Examiner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Financial specialists, all other SOC Code: 132099	All financial specialists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:9640	Total Average Annual Openings: 184	Median Annual Salary: $52,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Bail Bondsman; Executor of Estate; Foreign Exchange Trader

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Human resources, training, and labor relations specialists, all other SOC Code: 131079	All human resources, training, and labor relations specialists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:14829	Total Average Annual Openings: 369	Median Annual Salary: $54,750.00
Illustrative Examples: Personnel Arbitrator; Employee Relations Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Insurance appraisers, auto damage SOC Code: 131032	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.	Number of People in the Field:603	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $48,970.00
Illustrative Examples: Auto Damage Estimator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Insurance underwriters SOC Code: 132053	Review individual applications for insurance to evaluate degree of risk involved and determine acceptance of applications.	Number of People in the Field:2494	Total Average Annual Openings: 44	Median Annual Salary: $52,260.00
Illustrative Examples: Bond Underwriter; Insurance Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Loan counselors SOC Code: 132071	(Credit Counselor) 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.	Number of People in the Field:842	Total Average Annual Openings: 21	Median Annual Salary: $38,450.00
Illustrative Examples: Farm Mortgage Agent; Financial Aid Counselor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Loan officers SOC Code: 132072	(Loan Examiner) 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.	Number of People in the Field:11081	Total Average Annual Openings: 227	Median Annual Salary: $45,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Loan Reviewer; Escrow Officer; Mortgage Consultant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Logisticians SOC Code: 131081	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.	Number of People in the Field:3565	Total Average Annual Openings: 53	Median Annual Salary: $65,120.00
Illustrative Examples: Logistics Engineer; Logistics Analyst; Logistics Planner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Management analysts SOC Code: 131111	(Business Consultant, Program Analyst) 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" (151051) and "Operations Research Analysts" (152031).	Number of People in the Field:14530	Total Average Annual Openings: 194	Median Annual Salary: $73,050.00
Illustrative Examples: Industrial Analyst; Price Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Meeting and convention planners SOC Code: 131121	Coordinate activities of staff and convention personnel to make arrangements for group meetings and conventions.	Number of People in the Field:1112	Total Average Annual Openings: 38	Median Annual Salary: $38,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Conference Planner; Conference Service Coordinator; Convention Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Personal financial advisors SOC Code: 132052	(Estate Planner) 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.	Number of People in the Field:3566	Total Average Annual Openings: 110	Median Annual Salary: $75,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Budget Counselor; Financial Planner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Purchasing agents and buyers, farm products SOC Code: 131021	Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale. Include Christmas tree contractors, grain brokers and market operators, grain buyers, and tobacco buyers.	Number of People in the Field:334	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $46,250.00
Illustrative Examples: Cotton Broker; Livestock Buyer; Tobacco Buyer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Purchasing agents, except wholesale, retail, and farm products SOC Code: 131023	Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semifinished materials for manufacturing. Include contract specialists, field contractors, purchasers, price analysts, tooling coordinators, and media buyers. Exclude "Purchasing Agents and Buyers, Farm Products" (131021) and "Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products" (131022).	Number of People in the Field:12274	Total Average Annual Openings: 285	Median Annual Salary: $55,290.00
Illustrative Examples: Fuel Buyer; Lumber Buyer; Radio Time Buyer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Tax examiners, collectors, and revenue agents SOC Code: 132081	Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.	Number of People in the Field:990	Total Average Annual Openings: 21	Median Annual Salary: $60,410.00
Illustrative Examples: Tax Investigator; Revenue Agent; Tax Auditor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Tax Preparers SOC Code: 132082	Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses but do not have the background or responsibilities of an accredited or certified public accountant.	Number of People in the Field:2101	Total Average Annual Openings: 31	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Income Tax Advisor; Income Tax Consultant; Tax Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Training and development specialists SOC Code: 131073	Conduct training and development programs for employees.	Number of People in the Field:5147	Total Average Annual Openings: 81	Median Annual Salary: $50,340.00
Illustrative Examples: Training Coordinator; Workforce Development Specialist; Supervisor, Training Personnel

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Wholesale and retail buyers, except farm products SOC Code: 131022	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.	Number of People in the Field:4308	Total Average Annual Openings: 112	Median Annual Salary: $48,310.00
Illustrative Examples: Importer; Merchandiser; Wholesale Jobber

Occupation Category: Community and Social Services Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Child, family, and school social workers SOC Code: 211021	(Foster Care Worker) Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family wellbeing 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.	Number of People in the Field:13171	Total Average Annual Openings: 258	Median Annual Salary: $45,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Adoption Agent; Child Abuse Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Clergy SOC Code: 212011	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.	Number of People in the Field:2540	Total Average Annual Openings: 84	Median Annual Salary: $29,590.00
Illustrative Examples: Bishop; Parish Priest; Rabbi

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Community and social service specialists, all other SOC Code: 211099	All community and social service specialists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:4062	Total Average Annual Openings: 128	Median Annual Salary: $42,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Community Organization Worker; Veteran's Service Officer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Counselors, all other SOC Code: 211019	All counselors not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:554	Total Average Annual Openings: 19	Median Annual Salary: $38,210.00
Illustrative Examples: Mental Hygienist; Race Relations Adviser

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Directors, religious activities and education SOC Code: 212021	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.	Number of People in the Field:1630	Total Average Annual Openings: 47	Median Annual Salary: $30,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Religious Education; Minister of Education; Youth Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Educational, vocational, and school counselors SOC Code: 211012	(Guidance Counselor) Counsel individuals and provide group educational and vocational guidance services.	Number of People in the Field:6503	Total Average Annual Openings: 163	Median Annual Salary: $53,660.00
Illustrative Examples: Curriculum Counselor; Educational Adviser

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Health educators SOC Code: 211091	(Public Health Analyst) 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.	Number of People in the Field:1481	Total Average Annual Openings: 46	Median Annual Salary: $47,400.00
Illustrative Examples: Public Health Advisor; Public Health Representative

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Marriage and Family Therapists SOC Code: 211013	(Marriage Counselor) 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" (211021 through 211029) and "Psychologists" of all types (193031 through 193039).	Number of People in the Field:217	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Example: Family Counselor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical and public health social workers SOC Code: 211022	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.	Number of People in the Field:4907	Total Average Annual Openings: 148	Median Annual Salary: $43,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Bereavement Counselor; Hospice Social Worker; Medical Caseworker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mental health and substance abuse social workers SOC Code: 211023	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.	Number of People in the Field:4491	Total Average Annual Openings: 139	Median Annual Salary: $39,360.00
Illustrative Examples: Community Mental Health Worker; Psychiatric Social Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mental health counselors SOC Code: 211014	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 selfesteem; and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health. Exclude "Social Workers" (211021 through 211029), "Psychiatrists" (291066), and "Psychologists" (193031 through 193039).	Number of People in the Field:2307	Total Average Annual Openings: 75	Median Annual Salary: $38,020.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists SOC Code: 211092	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.	Number of People in the Field:2520	Total Average Annual Openings: 40	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Attendance Officer; Parole Officer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Rehabilitation counselors SOC Code: 211015	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.	Number of People in the Field:1978	Total Average Annual Openings: 57	Median Annual Salary: $40,600.00
Illustrative Examples: Coordinator of Rehabilitation Services; Homemaking Rehabilitation Consultant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Religious workers, all other SOC Code: 212099	All religious workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:454	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $26,130.00
Illustrative Examples: Religious Healer; Ecclesiastical Worker; Missionary

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Social and human service assistants SOC Code: 211093	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" (211015), "Personal and Home Care Aides" (399021), Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs (434061), and "Psychiatric Technicians" (292053).	Number of People in the Field:8264	Total Average Annual Openings: 295	Median Annual Salary: $27,210.00
Illustrative Examples: Case Aide; Home Visitor; Human Services Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Social workers, all other SOC Code: 211029	All social workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:1190	Total Average Annual Openings: 29	Median Annual Salary: $57,350.00
Illustrative Examples: Case Worker; Case Supervisor; Welfare Investigator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselors SOC Code: 211011	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" (211021 through 211029), "Psychologists" (193031 through 193039), and "Mental Health Counselors" (211014) providing these services.	Number of People in the Field:1561	Total Average Annual Openings: 57	Median Annual Salary: $36,880.00
Illustrative Examples: Addiction Counselor; Chemical Dependency Counselor; Drug Counselor

Occupation Category: Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Actuaries SOC Code: 152011	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.	Number of People in the Field:843	Total Average Annual Openings: 36	Median Annual Salary: $58,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Actuarial Mathematician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer and information scientists, research SOC Code: 151011	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.	Number of People in the Field:432	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $86,480.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer programmers SOC Code: 151021	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.	Number of People in the Field:15950	Total Average Annual Openings: 350	Median Annual Salary: $64,300.00
Illustrative Examples: Computer Programmer Aide; Mainframe Programmer; Systems Programmer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Programmers, Non R&D SOC Code: 151022	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Programmers, R&D SOC Code: 151023	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to computer programming.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer software engineers, applications SOC Code: 151031	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" (172061).	Number of People in the Field:9755	Total Average Annual Openings: 274	Median Annual Salary: $75,170.00
Illustrative Examples: Applications Developer; Programmer Analyst; Software Designer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Software Engineers, Applications, Non-R&D SOC Code: 151034	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, NonR&D" (172062).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Software Engineers, Applications, R&D SOC Code: 151035	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Computer Software Engineers, Applications. Exclude "Computer Hardware Engineers, R&D" (172063).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer software engineers, systems software SOC Code: 151032	Research, design, develop, and test operating systemslevel 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.	Number of People in the Field:4510	Total Average Annual Openings: 122	Median Annual Salary: $74,420.00
Illustrative Examples: EDP Systems Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software, Non-R&D SOC Code: 151036	Design, develop, and test operating systemslevel 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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software, R&D SOC Code: 151037	These persons spenc the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer specialists, all other SOC Code: 151099	All computer specialists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:9298	Total Average Annual Openings: 88	Median Annual Salary: $58,860.00
Illustrative Examples: Computer Laboratory Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer support specialists SOC Code: 151041	(Help Desk Representative) 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 (151071).	Number of People in the Field:14027	Total Average Annual Openings: 198	Median Annual Salary: $41,100.00
Illustrative Examples: Customer Support Analyst; Help Desk Technician; Work Station Support Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer systems analysts SOC Code: 151051	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" (172011 through 172199), "Mathematicians" (152021), or "Scientists" (191011 through 193099). May supervise computer programmers.	Number of People in the Field:16166	Total Average Annual Openings: 249	Median Annual Salary: $72,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Health Systems Computer Analyst; Data Processing Systems Project Planner; Information Systems Consultant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Systems Analysts, Non R&D SOC Code: 151052	Analyze 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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer Systems Analysts, R&D SOC Code: 151053	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities involving electronic data processing.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Database administrators SOC Code: 151061	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.	Number of People in the Field:2624	Total Average Annual Openings: 66	Median Annual Salary: $61,490.00
Illustrative Examples: Automatic Data Processing Planner; Database Design Analyst; Database Security Administrator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mathematical scientists, all other SOC Code: 152099	All mathematical scientists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:2115	Total Average Annual Openings: 46	Median Annual Salary: $63,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Geometrician; Harmonic Analyst; Weight Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mathematical Technicians SOC Code: 152091	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mathematicians SOC Code: 152021	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.	Number of People in the Field:381	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Algebraist; Cipher Expert

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Network and computer systems administrators SOC Code: 151071	(LAN/WAN Administrator) 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" (151041).	Number of People in the Field:6892	Total Average Annual Openings: 187	Median Annual Salary: $55,820.00
Illustrative Examples: Network Control Operator; Network Security Administrator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Network systems and data communications analysts SOC Code: 151081	(Internet Developer, Webmaster) 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.	Number of People in the Field:5397	Total Average Annual Openings: 221	Median Annual Salary: $63,730.00
Illustrative Examples: Systems Integrator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Operations research analysts SOC Code: 152031	(Procedure Analyst) 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.	Number of People in the Field:1744	Total Average Annual Openings: 35	Median Annual Salary: $65,000.00
Illustrative Examples: Method Consultant; Standards Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Statisticians SOC Code: 152041	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 biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, economic statistics, or other fields. Include mathematical statisticians.	Number of People in the Field:524	Total Average Annual Openings: 13	Median Annual Salary: $63,480.00
Illustrative Examples: Biometrician; Sampling Expert; Statistical Analyst

Occupation Category: Construction and Extraction Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Boilermakers SOC Code: 472011	Construct, assemble, maintain, and repair stationary steam boilers and boiler house auxiliaries.Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints. Work involves use of hand and power tools, plumb bobs, levels, wedges, dogs, or turnbuckles. Assist in testing assembled vessels. Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces. Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automaticcontrol mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.	Number of People in the Field:802	Total Average Annual Openings: 30	Median Annual Salary: $50,100.00
Illustrative Examples: Boiler Installer; Boiler Mechanic; Pressure Tester

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Brickmasons and blockmasons SOC Code: 472021	Lay and bind building materials, such as brick, structural tile, concrete block, cinder block, glass block, and terracotta block, with mortar and other substances to construct or repair walls, partitions, arches, sewers, and other structures. Exclude "Stonemasons" (472022). Classify installers of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall units in "Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers" (373011).	Number of People in the Field:6550	Total Average Annual Openings: 88	Median Annual Salary: $50,040.00
Illustrative Examples: Adobe Layer; Chimney Builder; Furnace Liner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Carpenters SOC Code: 472031	Construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall and batt or roll insulation. Include brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways to control the proper circulation of air through the passageways and to the working places.	Number of People in the Field:37585	Total Average Annual Openings: 551	Median Annual Salary: $39,640.00
Illustrative Examples: Shipwright; Cabinetmaker; Wood Floor Layer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Carpet installers SOC Code: 472041	Lay and install carpet from rolls or blocks on floors. Install padding and trim flooring materials. Exclude "Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles" (472042).	Number of People in the Field:2346	Total Average Annual Openings: 32	Median Annual Salary: $36,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Floor Coverer; Rug Layer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cement masons and concrete finishers SOC Code: 472051	Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; use saws to cut expansion joints. Classify installers of mortarless segmental concrete masonry wall units in "Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers. (373011).	Number of People in the Field:4164	Total Average Annual Openings: 78	Median Annual Salary: $39,660.00
Illustrative Examples: Curb Builder; Concrete Floor Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Construction and building inspectors SOC Code: 474011	Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.	Number of People in the Field:3653	Total Average Annual Openings: 75	Median Annual Salary: $49,880.00
Illustrative Examples: Highway Inspector; Electrical Inspector; Architectural Inspector

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Construction and related workers, all other SOC Code: 474099	All construction and related workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:3864	Total Average Annual Openings: 68	Median Annual Salary: $32,940.00
Illustrative Examples: Aluminum Pool Installer; Building Wrecker; Waterproofer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Construction laborers SOC Code: 472061	Perform tasks involving physical labor at building, highway, and heavy construction projects, tunnel and shaft excavations, and demolition sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, clean up rubble and debris, and remove asbestos, lead, and other hazardous waste materials. May assist other craft workers. Exclude construction laborers who primarily assist a particular craft worker, and classify them under "Helpers, Construction Trades" (473011 through 473016).	Number of People in the Field:19738	Total Average Annual Openings: 246	Median Annual Salary: $32,370.00
Illustrative Examples: Air Hammer Operator; Asphalt Patcher; Construction Craft Laborer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Continuous mining machine operators SOC Code: 475041	Operate selfpropelled mining machines that rip coal, metal and nonmetal ores, rock, stone, or sand from the face and load it onto conveyors or into shuttle cars in a continuous operation.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $39,120.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Derrick operators, oil and gas SOC Code: 475011	Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud through drill hole.	Number of People in the Field:187	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $31,490.00
Illustrative Examples: Rotary Derrick Operator; Well Service Derrick Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Drywall and ceiling tile installers SOC Code: 472081	(Lather) Apply plasterboard or other wallboard to ceilings or interior walls of buildings. Apply or mount acoustical tiles or blocks, strips, or sheets of shockabsorbing materials to ceilings and walls of buildings to reduce or reflect sound. Materials may be of decorative quality. Include lathers who fasten wooden, metal, or rockboard lath to walls, ceilings or partitions of buildings to provide support base for plaster, fireproofing, or acoustical material. Exclude "Carpenters" (472031), and "Tile and Marble Setters" (472044).	Number of People in the Field:2432	Total Average Annual Openings: 50	Median Annual Salary: $38,760.00
Illustrative Examples: Acoustical Carpenter; Sheet Rock Hanger

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Earth drillers, except oil and gas SOC Code: 475021	(Auger Operator) Operate a variety of drillssuch as rotary, churn, and pneumaticto tap subsurface water and salt deposits, to remove core samples during mineral exploration or soil testing, and to facilitate the use of explosives in mining or construction. May use explosives. Include horizontal and earth boring machine operators.	Number of People in the Field:366	Total Average Annual Openings: 14	Median Annual Salary: $33,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Earth Boring Machine Operator; Tunneling Machine Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electricians SOC Code: 472111	Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems. Exclude "Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers" (492098).	Number of People in the Field:23316	Total Average Annual Openings: 432	Median Annual Salary: $58,780.00
Illustrative Examples: Electrical Sign Servicer; House Wirer; Chief Electrician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Elevator installers and repairers SOC Code: 474021	(Escalator Installer) Assemble, install, repair, or maintain electric or hydraulic freight or passenger elevators, escalators, or dumbwaiters.	Number of People in the Field:910	Total Average Annual Openings: 22	Median Annual Salary: $62,540.00
Illustrative Examples: Elevator Mechanic; Hydraulic Elevator Constructor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Explosives workers, ordnance handling experts, and blasters SOC Code: 475031	Place and detonate explosives to demolish structures or to loosen, remove, or displace earth, rock, or other materials. May perform specialized handling, storage, and accounting procedures. Include seismograph shooters. Exclude "Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas" (475021) who may also work with explosives.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $39,750.00
Illustrative Examples: Dynamiter; Explosives Expert; Blast Setter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Extraction workers, all other SOC Code: 475099	All extraction workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:240	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $35,360.00
Illustrative Examples: Chute Operator; Coal Digger; Sandfill Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Fence erectors SOC Code: 474031	Erect and repair metal and wooden fences and fence gates around highways, industrial establishments, residences, or farms, using hand and power tools.	Number of People in the Field:347	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $33,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Wire Fence Builder; Wood Fence Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
First-line supervisors/managers of construction trades and extraction workers SOC Code: 471011	(Quarry Boss) Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.	Number of People in the Field:18638	Total Average Annual Openings: 274	Median Annual Salary: $58,250.00
Illustrative Example: Cement Contractor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Floor layers, except carpet, wood, and hard tiles SOC Code: 472042	Apply blocks, strips, or sheets of shockabsorbing, sounddeadening, or decorative coverings to floors.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $30,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Composition Floor Setter; Linoleum Layer; Soft Tile Setter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Floor sanders and finishers SOC Code: 472043	Scrape and sand wooden floors to smooth surfaces using floor scraper and floor sanding machine, and apply coats of finish.	Number of People in the Field:66	Total Average Annual Openings: 1	Median Annual Salary: $28,950.00
Illustrative Examples: Floor Sanding Machine Operator; Floor Surfacer; Hardwood Finisher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Glaziers SOC Code: 472121	Install glass in windows, skylights, store fronts, and display cases, or on surfaces, such as building fronts, interior walls, ceilings, and tabletops.	Number of People in the Field:1440	Total Average Annual Openings: 28	Median Annual Salary: $37,390.00
Illustrative Examples: Window Glass Installer; Plate Glass Installer; Stained Glass Glazier

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Hazardous materials removal workers SOC Code: 474041	Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, leadbased paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, contaminated soil, etc. Specialized training and certification in hazardous materials handling or a confined entry permit are generally required. May operate earthmoving equipment or trucks.	Number of People in the Field:1525	Total Average Annual Openings: 39	Median Annual Salary: $38,890.00
Illustrative Examples: Asbestos Remover; Irradiated Fuel Handler; Hazardous Waste Remover

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers, construction trades, all other SOC Code: 473019	All construction trades helpers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:1389	Total Average Annual Openings: 57	Median Annual Salary: $29,670.00
Illustrative Examples: Cement Mixer; Glazier's Helper; Surveyor's Helper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--brickmasons, blockmasons, stonemasons, and tile and marble setters SOC Code: 473011	Help brickmasons, blockmasons, stonemasons, or tile and marble setters by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate skilled construction trade occupation (472011 through 472221). Exclude construction laborers who do not primarily assist brickmasons, blockmasons, and stonemasons or tile and marble setters, and classify them under "Construction Laborers" (472061).	Number of People in the Field:2143	Total Average Annual Openings: 88	Median Annual Salary: $30,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Brick Carrier; Brick Washer; Tile Layers Helper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--carpenters SOC Code: 473012	Help carpenters by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate skilled construction trade occupation (472011 through 472221). Exclude construction laborers who do not primarily assist carpenters, and classify them under Construction Laborers (472061).	Number of People in the Field:1863	Total Average Annual Openings: 77	Median Annual Salary: $22,050.00
Illustrative Examples: Carpenter's Mate; Joiner's Helper; Cabinetmaker's Helper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--electricians SOC Code: 473013	Help electricians by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate skilled construction trade occupation (472011 through 472221). Exclude construction laborers who do not primarily assist electricians, and classify them under Construction Laborers (472061).	Number of People in the Field:2070	Total Average Annual Openings: 85	Median Annual Salary: $25,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Utilities Ground Worker; Electrician's Assistant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--extraction workers SOC Code: 475081	Help extraction craft workers, such as earth drillers, blasters and explosives workers, derrick operators, and mining machine operators, by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include supplying equipment or cleaning work area. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate extraction trade occupation (475011 through 475099).	Number of People in the Field:350	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $27,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Blaster's Helper; Tunnel Mucker; Mining Helper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--painters, paperhangers, plasterers, and stucco masons SOC Code: 473014	Help painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or stucco masons by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate skilled construction trade occupation (472011 through 472221). Exclude construction laborers who do not primarily assist painters, paperhangers, plasterers, or stucco masons, and classify them under Construction Laborers (472061).	Number of People in the Field:154	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $25,740.00
Illustrative Example: Plaster Tender

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters SOC Code: 473015	Help plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, or pipelayers by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate skilled construction trade occupation (472011 through 472221). Exclude construction laborers who do not primarily assist plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, or pipelayers, and classify them under "Construction Laborers" (472061).	Number of People in the Field:1008	Total Average Annual Openings: 42	Median Annual Salary: $27,100.00
Illustrative Examples: Pipe Cutter; Plumber's Assistant; Water Main Installer's Helper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--roofers SOC Code: 473016	Help roofers by performing duties of lesser skill. Duties include using, supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work area and equipment. Exclude apprentice workers and report them with the appropriate skilled construction trade occupation (472011 through 472221). Exclude construction laborers who do not primarily assist roofers, and classify them under Construction Laborers (472061).	Number of People in the Field:551	Total Average Annual Openings: 23	Median Annual Salary: $24,350.00
Illustrative Example: Roofer's Assistant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Highway maintenance workers SOC Code: 474051	Maintain highways, municipal and rural roads, airport runways, and rightsofway. Duties include patching broken or eroded pavement, repairing guard rails, highway markers, and snow fences. May also mow or clear brush from along road or plow snow from roadway. Exclude Tree Trimmers and Pruners (373013).	Number of People in the Field:4389	Total Average Annual Openings: 69	Median Annual Salary: $36,370.00
Illustrative Examples: Snow Plow Operator; Road Patcher; Road Sign Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Insulation workers, floor, ceiling, and wall SOC Code: 472131	Line and cover structures with insulating materials. May work with batt, roll, or blown insulation materials.	Number of People in the Field:866	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $30,510.00
Illustrative Examples: Composition Weatherboard Installer; Fiberglass Insulation Installer; Insulation Blower

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Insulation workers, mechanical SOC Code: 472132	Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain temperature.	Number of People in the Field:405	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $38,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Boiler Coverer; Pipe Coverer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mine cutting and channeling machine operators SOC Code: 475042	Operate machinerysuch as longwall shears, plows, and cutting machinesto cut or channel along the face or seams of coal mines, stone quarries, or other mining surfaces to facilitate blasting, separating, or removing minerals or materials from mines or from the earth's surface. Include shale planers.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $26,400.00
Illustrative Examples: Coal Cutter; Long Wall Mining Machine Tender; Shale Planer Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mining Machine Operators, All Other SOC Code: 475049	All mining machine operators not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Extraction Machine Operator; Hydraulic Operator; Rock Duster

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators SOC Code: 472073	Operate one or several types of power construction equipment, such as motor graders, bulldozers, scrapers, compressors, pumps, derricks, shovels, tractors, or frontend loaders to excavate, move, and grade earth, erect structures, or pour concrete or other hard surface pavement. May repair and maintain equipment in addition to other duties. Exclude "Crane and Tower Operators" (537021) and equipment operators who work in extraction or other nonconstruction industries.	Number of People in the Field:8661	Total Average Annual Openings: 216	Median Annual Salary: $43,910.00
Illustrative Examples: Bulldozer Operator; Power Grader Operator; Steam Shovel Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Painters, construction and maintenance SOC Code: 472141	Paint walls, equipment, buildings, bridges, and other structural surfaces, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns. May remove old paint to prepare surface prior to painting. May mix colors or oils to obtain desired color or consistency. Exclude "Paperhangers" (472142).	Number of People in the Field:10528	Total Average Annual Openings: 146	Median Annual Salary: $37,950.00
Illustrative Examples: Bridge Painter; Traffic Line Painter; House Painter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Paperhangers SOC Code: 472142	Cover interior walls and ceilings of rooms with decorative wallpaper or fabric, or attach advertising posters on surfaces, such as walls and billboards. Duties include removing old materials from surface to be papered.	Number of People in the Field:365	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $26,920.00
Illustrative Examples: Billboard Poster; Wallpaperer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators SOC Code: 472071	Operate equipment used for applying concrete, asphalt, or other materials to road beds, parking lots, or airport runways and taxiways, or equipment used for tamping gravel, dirt, or other materials. Include concrete and asphalt paving machine operators, form tampers, tamping machine operators, and stone spreader operators.	Number of People in the Field:1286	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $35,660.00
Illustrative Examples: Asphalt Spreader Operator; Black Top Machine Operator; Road Grader

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pile-Driver Operators SOC Code: 472072	Operate pile drivers mounted on skids, barges, crawler treads, or locomotive cranes to drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations of structures, such as buildings, bridges, and piers.	Number of People in the Field:141	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Nozzle Operator; Pile Driver Engineer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pipelayers SOC Code: 472151	Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints. Exclude "Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers" (514121).	Number of People in the Field:728	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $35,200.00
Illustrative Examples: Trench Pipe Layer; Pipe Liner; Sewer Connector

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Plasterers and stucco masons SOC Code: 472161	Apply interior or exterior plaster, cement, stucco, or similar materials. May also set ornamental plaster.	Number of People in the Field:247	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $52,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Dry Plasterer; Stucco Worker; Ornamental Plasterer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters SOC Code: 472152	Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems.	Number of People in the Field:16337	Total Average Annual Openings: 359	Median Annual Salary: $54,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Gas Line Installer; Hot Water Heater Installer; Sprinkling System Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Rail-track laying and maintenance equipment operators SOC Code: 474061	Lay, repair, and maintain track for standard or narrowgauge railroad equipment used in regular railroad service or in plant yards, quarries, sand and gravel pits, and mines. Include ballast cleaning machine operators and railroad bed tamping machine operators.	Number of People in the Field:328	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $38,920.00
Illustrative Examples: Ballast Cleaning Machine Operator; Track Surfacing Machine Operator; Track Dresser

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Reinforcing iron and rebar workers SOC Code: 472171	Position and secure steel bars or mesh in concrete forms in order to reinforce concrete. Use a variety of fasteners, rodbending machines, blowtorches, and hand tools. Include rod busters.	Number of People in the Field:465	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $51,110.00
Illustrative Examples: Reinforcing Rod Layer; Rod Buster; Steel Tier

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Rock Splitters, Quarry SOC Code: 475051	Separate blocks of rough dimension stone from quarry mass using jackhammer and wedges.	Number of People in the Field:84	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Quarry Plug and Feather Driller; Rock Breaker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Roof Bolters, Mining SOC Code: 475061	Operate machinery to install roof support bolts in underground mine.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Roofers SOC Code: 472181	Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures.	Number of People in the Field:4177	Total Average Annual Openings: 91	Median Annual Salary: $35,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Slater; Hot Tar Roofer; Terra Cotta Roofer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Rotary drill operators, oil and gas SOC Code: 475012	Set up or operate a variety of drills to remove petroleum products from the earth and to find and remove core samples for testing during oil and gas exploration.	Number of People in the Field:301	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $35,290.00
Illustrative Examples: Cable Tool Operator; Core Driller; Well Driller

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Roustabouts, oil and gas SOC Code: 475071	Assemble or repair oil field equipment using hand and power tools. Perform other tasks as needed.	Number of People in the Field:259	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $30,700.00
Illustrative Examples: Connection Worker; Oil Field Laborer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Segmental Pavers SOC Code: 474091	Lay out, cut, and paste segmental paving units. Include installers of bedding and restraining materials for the paving units.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Concrete Paver Installer; Interlocking Concrete Pavement Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Septic tank servicers and sewer pipe cleaners SOC Code: 474071	Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. May patch walls and partitions of tank, replace damaged drain tile, or repair breaks in underground piping.	Number of People in the Field:888	Total Average Annual Openings: 24	Median Annual Salary: $32,370.00
Illustrative Examples: Sewage Screen Operator; Septic Tank Cleaner; Electric Sewer Cleaning Machine Operator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Service unit operators, oil, gas, and mining SOC Code: 475013	(Fishing Tool Operator) Operate equipment to increase oil flow from producing wells or to remove stuck pipe, casing, tools, or other obstructions from drilling wells. May also perform similar services in mining exploration operations. Include fishingtool technicians.	Number of People in the Field:82	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $32,490.00
Illustrative Example: Well Cleaner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Sheet metal workers SOC Code: 472211	(Duct Installer, Metal) Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. Include sheet metal duct installers who install prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes.	Number of People in the Field:5820	Total Average Annual Openings: 138	Median Annual Salary: $49,880.00
Illustrative Example: Tinsmith

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Stonemasons SOC Code: 472022	Build stone structures, such as piers, walls, and abutments. Lay walks, curbstones, or special types of masonry for vats, tanks, and floors.	Number of People in the Field:288	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $34,280.00
Illustrative Examples: Granite Setter; Monument Installer; Rock Mason

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Structural iron and steel workers SOC Code: 472221	Raise, place, and unite iron or steel girders, columns, and other structural members to form completed structures or structural frameworks. May erect metal storage tanks and assembleprefabricated metal buildings. Exclude "Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers" (472171).	Number of People in the Field:2098	Total Average Annual Openings: 38	Median Annual Salary: $48,780.00
Illustrative Examples: Bolter; Guard Rail Installer; Construction Ironworker Helpers, Construction Trades

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Tapers SOC Code: 472082	Seal joints between plasterboard or other wallboard to prepare wall surface for painting or papering.	Number of People in the Field:1031	Total Average Annual Openings: 21	Median Annual Salary: $46,560.00
Illustrative Examples: Sheet Rock Taper; Wall Taper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Terrazzo workers and finishers SOC Code: 472053	Apply a mixture of cement, sand, pigment, or marble chips to floors, stairways, and cabinet fixtures to fashion durable and decorative surfaces.	Number of People in the Field:146	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $35,750.00
Illustrative Example: Artificial Marble Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Tile and marble setters SOC Code: 472044	Apply hard tile, marble, and wood tile to walls, floors, ceilings, and roof decks.	Number of People in the Field:1266	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $40,380.00
Illustrative Examples: Ceramic Tile Installer; Hard Tile Setter; Marble Installer

Occupation Category: Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Adult literacy, remedial education, and GED teachers and instructors SOC Code: 253011	Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in remedial education classes, preparatory classes for the General Educational Development test, literacy, or English as a Second Language. Teaching may or may not take place in a traditional educational institution.	Number of People in the Field:1449	Total Average Annual Openings: 30	Median Annual Salary: $48,880.00
Illustrative Example: Adult Education Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary SOC Code: 251041	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.	Number of People in the Field:258	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Dairy Science Teacher; Farm Management Teacher; Agricultural Soil Conservation Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251061	Teach courses in anthropology or archeology. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:116	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $67,360.00
Illustrative Example: Paleology Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Architecture teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251031	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.	Number of People in the Field:258	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $63,740.00
Illustrative Example: Landscape Architecture Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Archivists SOC Code: 254011	Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.	Number of People in the Field:173	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $39,080.00
Illustrative Example: Docent Coordinator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251062	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.	Number of People in the Field:167	Total Average Annual Openings: 6	Median Annual Salary: $49,550.00
Illustrative Example: Ethnology Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251121	Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:2211	Total Average Annual Openings: 89	Median Annual Salary: $45,710.00
Illustrative Examples: Photography Teacher; Piano Teacher; Music Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251051	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.	Number of People in the Field:156	Total Average Annual Openings: 6	Median Annual Salary: $69,600.00
Illustrative Examples: Climatology Teacher; Geology Teacher; Oceanography Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Audio-visual collections specialists SOC Code: 259011	Prepare, plan, and operate audiovisual teaching aids for use in education. May record, catalogue, and file audiovisual materials.	Number of People in the Field:221	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $35,240.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Biological science teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251042	Teach courses in biological sciences. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:1023	Total Average Annual Openings: 40	Median Annual Salary: $64,260.00
Illustrative Examples: Bacteriology Teacher; Biochemistry Teacher; Genetics Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Business teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251011	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.	Number of People in the Field:1695	Total Average Annual Openings: 67	Median Annual Salary: $66,860.00
Illustrative Examples: Accounting Teacher; Marketing Teacher; Shorthand Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chemistry teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251052	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" (251042) who teach biochemistry.	Number of People in the Field:621	Total Average Annual Openings: 24	Median Annual Salary: $59,420.00
Illustrative Examples: Food Technology Teacher; Pharmacognosy Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Communications teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251122	Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:791	Total Average Annual Openings: 31	Median Annual Salary: $56,320.00
Illustrative Examples: Journalism Teacher; Public Speaking Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer science teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251021	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.	Number of People in the Field:1225	Total Average Annual Openings: 53	Median Annual Salary: $65,860.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251111	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.	Number of People in the Field:231	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $51,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Criminology Teacher; Penology Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Curators SOC Code: 254012	Administer affairs of museum and conduct research programs. Direct instructional, research, and public service activities of institution.	Number of People in the Field:276	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $45,940.00
Illustrative Examples: Art Gallery Director; Museum Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Economics teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251063	Teach courses in economics. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:397	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $71,310.00
Illustrative Examples: Agricultural Economics Teacher; Industrial Economics Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Education teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251081	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.	Number of People in the Field:1904	Total Average Annual Openings: 74	Median Annual Salary: $44,720.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Education, training, and library workers, all other SOC Code: 259099	All education, training, and library workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:4523	Total Average Annual Openings: 126	Median Annual Salary: $33,850.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Elementary school teachers, except special education SOC Code: 252021	Teach pupils in public or private schools at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills. Exclude "Special Education Teachers" (252041 through 252043).	Number of People in the Field:46471	Total Average Annual Openings: 963	Median Annual Salary: $55,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Engineering teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251032	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" (251021).	Number of People in the Field:945	Total Average Annual Openings: 36	Median Annual Salary: $71,870.00
Illustrative Examples: Aeronautics Engineering Teacher; Civil Engineering Teacher; Electrical Engineering Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
English language and literature teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251123	Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:2149	Total Average Annual Openings: 88	Median Annual Salary: $58,520.00
Illustrative Examples: Classics Teacher; Etymology Teacher; Creative Writing Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary SOC Code: 251053	Teach courses in environmental science. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farm and Home Management Advisors SOC Code: 259021	(Agricultural Extension Agent) Advise, instruct, and assist individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agriculturalrelated processes, or home economics activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to solve problems; instruct and train in product development, sales, and the utilization of machinery and equipment to promote general welfare. Include county agricultural agents, feed and farm management advisers, home economists, and extension service advisors.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Feed Adviser; Home Economic Extension Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251124	Teach courses in foreign (i.e., other than English) languages and literature. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:611	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $52,910.00
Illustrative Examples: Arabic Teacher; Russian Teacher; Spanish Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary SOC Code: 251043	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 (251041).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Forest Management Teacher; Forest Pathology Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Geography teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251064	Teach courses in geography. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:251	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $57,400.00
Illustrative Example: Cartography Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Graduate Teaching Assistants SOC Code: 251191	Assist department chairperson, faculty members, or other professional staff members in college or university by performing teaching or teachingrelated duties, such as teaching lower level courses, developing teaching materials, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers. Graduate assistants must be enrolled in a graduate school program. Graduate assistants who primarily perform nonteaching duties, such as laboratory research, should be reported in the occupational category related to the work performed.	Number of People in the Field:6812	Total Average Annual Openings: 245	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251071	Teach courses in health specialties, such as veterinary medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, therapy, laboratory technology, and public health. Exclude "Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary" (251072) and "Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary" (251042) who teach medical science.	Number of People in the Field:3318	Total Average Annual Openings: 126	Median Annual Salary: $74,600.00
Illustrative Examples: Pharmacology Teacher; Dentistry Teacher; Nutrition Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
History teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251125	Teach courses in human history and historiography. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:611	Total Average Annual Openings: 24	Median Annual Salary: $54,840.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Home economics teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251192	Teach courses in child care, family relations, finance, nutrition, and related subjects as pertaining to home management. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:131	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $50,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Food and Nutrition Teacher; Sewing Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Instructional coordinators SOC Code: 259031	(Curriculum Specialist) Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology in specialized fields that provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. Include educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.	Number of People in the Field:5211	Total Average Annual Openings: 132	Median Annual Salary: $58,370.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Instructional Materials; Educational Consultant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Kindergarten teachers, except special education SOC Code: 252012	Teach elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to children from 4 to 6 years old. Promote physical, mental, and social development. May be required to hold State certification. Exclude "Special Education Teachers" (252041 through 252043).	Number of People in the Field:5384	Total Average Annual Openings: 87	Median Annual Salary: $49,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Law teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251112	Teach courses in law. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:248	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $96,840.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Librarians SOC Code: 254021	Administer libraries and perform related library services. Work in a variety of settings, including public libraries, schools, colleges and universities, museums, corporations, government agencies, law firms, nonprofit organizations, and healthcare providers. Tasks may include selecting, acquiring, cataloguing, classifying, circulating, and maintaining library materials; and furnishing reference, bibliographical, and readers' advisory services. May perform indepth, strategic research, and synthesize, analyze, edit, and filter information. May set up or work with databases and information systems to catalogue and access information.	Number of People in the Field:5765	Total Average Annual Openings: 119	Median Annual Salary: $50,420.00
Illustrative Examples: School Library Media Specialist; Circulation Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Library science teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251082	Teach courses in library science. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:119	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $68,050.00
Illustrative Example: Teacher of Medical Record Librarians

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Library technicians SOC Code: 254031	(Assistant Librarian, Bookmobile Driver) Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books; remove or repair damaged books; register patrons; check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Include bookmobile drivers who operate bookmobiles or light trucks that pull trailers to specific locations on a predetermined schedule and assist with providing services in mobile libraries.	Number of People in the Field:6131	Total Average Annual Openings: 257	Median Annual Salary: $24,780.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mathematical science teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251022	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.	Number of People in the Field:1339	Total Average Annual Openings: 57	Median Annual Salary: $62,050.00
Illustrative Examples: Actuarial Science Teacher; Calculus Teacher; Geometry Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Middle school teachers, except special and vocational education SOC Code: 252022	(Junior High School Teacher) Teach students in public or private schools in one or more subjects at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable State laws and regulations. Exclude "Middle School Vocational Education Teachers" (252023) and "Special Education Teachers" (252041 through 252043).	Number of People in the Field:18546	Total Average Annual Openings: 404	Median Annual Salary: $56,350.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Museum technicians and conservators SOC Code: 254013	Prepare specimens, such as fossils, skeletal parts, lace, and textiles, for museum collection and exhibits. May restore documents or install, arrange, and exhibit materials.	Number of People in the Field:273	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $24,960.00
Illustrative Example: Museum Registrar

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251072	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.	Number of People in the Field:1552	Total Average Annual Openings: 63	Median Annual Salary: $62,900.00
Illustrative Examples: Registered Nursing Instructor; Practical Nursing Instructor; Nurses Aide Instructor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251126	Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:561	Total Average Annual Openings: 21	Median Annual Salary: $57,270.00
Illustrative Examples: Divinity Teacher; Metaphysics Teacher; Theology Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physics teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251054	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.	Number of People in the Field:456	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $64,250.00
Illustrative Examples: Aerodynamics Teacher; Ballistics Teacher; Thermodynamics Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Political science teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251065	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.	Number of People in the Field:332	Total Average Annual Openings: 13	Median Annual Salary: $60,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Government Teacher; International Relations Teacher; Public Policy Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Postsecondary teachers, all other SOC Code: 251199	All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:17045	Total Average Annual Openings: 693	Median Annual Salary: $65,850.00
Illustrative Examples: Interior Design Teacher; Military Science Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Preschool teachers, except special education SOC Code: 252011	(Day Care Teacher, Nursery School Teacher) Instruct children (normally up to 5 years of age) in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool, day care center, or other child development facility. May be required to hold State certification. Exclude "Child Care Workers" (399011) and "Special Education Teachers" (252041 through 252043).	Number of People in the Field:9303	Total Average Annual Openings: 257	Median Annual Salary: $26,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Head Start Teacher; Childhood Development Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Psychology teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251066	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.	Number of People in the Field:930	Total Average Annual Openings: 37	Median Annual Salary: $55,520.00
Illustrative Examples: Child Development Teacher; Human Relations Teacher; Applied Psychology Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251193	Teach courses pertaining to recreation, leisure, and fitness studies, including exercise physiology and facilities management. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:879	Total Average Annual Openings: 33	Median Annual Salary: $51,350.00
Illustrative Examples: Swimming Teacher; Leisure Studies Instructor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Secondary school teachers, except special and vocational education SOC Code: 252031	(High School Teacher) Instruct students in secondary public or private schools in one or more subjects at the secondary level, such as English, mathematics, or social studies. May be designated according to subject matter specialty, such as typing instructors, commercial teachers, or English teachers. Exclude "Vocational Education Secondary School Teachers" (252032) and Special Education Teachers (252041 through 252043).	Number of People in the Field:27065	Total Average Annual Openings: 847	Median Annual Salary: $56,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Self-enrichment education teachers SOC Code: 253021	Teach or instruct courses other than those that normally lead to an occupational objective or degree. Courses may include selfimprovement, nonvocational, and nonacademic subjects. Teaching may or may not take place in a traditional educational institution.	Number of People in the Field:6296	Total Average Annual Openings: 154	Median Annual Salary: $35,590.00
Illustrative Examples: Art Teacher; Flying Teacher; Citizenship Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other SOC Code: 251069	All postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:638	Total Average Annual Openings: 23	Median Annual Salary: $58,540.00
Illustrative Examples: Urban Planning Teacher; Labor Relations Teacher; Survey Research Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Social work teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251113	Teach courses in social work. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:266	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $58,990.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Sociology teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251067	Teach courses in sociology. Include both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of both teaching and research.	Number of People in the Field:667	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $53,380.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Special education teachers, middle school SOC Code: 252042	Teach middle school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Include teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.	Number of People in the Field:2330	Total Average Annual Openings: 83	Median Annual Salary: $55,490.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Special education teachers, preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school SOC Code: 252041	Teach elementary and preschool school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Include teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.	Number of People in the Field:7201	Total Average Annual Openings: 274	Median Annual Salary: $56,990.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Special education teachers, secondary school SOC Code: 252043	Teach secondary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Include teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.	Number of People in the Field:4419	Total Average Annual Openings: 138	Median Annual Salary: $57,990.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Teacher assistants SOC Code: 259041	(Teacher Aide) Perform duties that are instructional in nature or deliver direct services to students or parents. Serve in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services.	Number of People in the Field:42313	Total Average Annual Openings: 1065	Median Annual Salary: $24,120.00
Illustrative Examples: Examination Proctor; Paper Grader; Paraprofessional Teacher Aide

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Teachers and instructors, all other SOC Code: 253099	All teachers and instructors not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:23948	Total Average Annual Openings: 475	Median Annual Salary: $51,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Consumer Education Specialist; Lecturer; Private Tutor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Vocational education teachers, middle school SOC Code: 252023	Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the middle school level. Exclude Special Education Teachers (252041 through 252043)	Number of People in the Field:505	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $38,440.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Vocational education teachers, postsecondary SOC Code: 251194	(Adult Education Teacher) Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the postsecondary level (but at less than the baccalaureate) to students who have graduated or left high school. Include correspondence school instructors; industrial, commercial and government training instructors; and adult education teachers and instructors who prepare persons to operate industrial machinery and equipment and transportation and communications equipment. Teaching may take place in public or private schools whose primary business is education or in a school associated with an organization whose primary business is other than education.	Number of People in the Field:2011	Total Average Annual Openings: 95	Median Annual Salary: $52,750.00
Illustrative Examples: Real Estate Instructor; Auto Mechanics Teacher; Barbering Teacher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Vocational education teachers, secondary school SOC Code: 252032	Teach or instruct vocational or occupational subjects at the secondary school level.	Number of People in the Field:2718	Total Average Annual Openings: 91	Median Annual Salary: $57,860.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Category: Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agricultural Equipment Operators SOC Code: 452091	Drive and control farm equipment to till soil and to plant, cultivate, and harvest crops. May perform tasks, such as crop baling or hay bucking. May operate stationary equipment to perform postharvest tasks, such as husking, shelling, threshing, and ginning.	Number of People in the Field:2036	Total Average Annual Openings: 68	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Baler; Combine Operator; Tractor Driver

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agricultural Inspectors SOC Code: 452011	Inspect agricultural commodities, processing equipment, and facilities, and fish and logging operations, to ensure compliance with regulations and laws governing health, quality, and safety.	Number of People in the Field:193	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Cattle Examiner; Meat Grader; Grain Sampler

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agricultural workers, all other SOC Code: 452099	All agricultural workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:701	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $22,270.00
Illustrative Examples: Irrigation Worker; Livestock Showman

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Animal Breeders SOC Code: 452021	Breed animals, including cattle, goats, horses, sheep, swine, poultry, dogs, cats, or pet birds. Select and breed animals according to their genealogy, characteristics, and offspring. May require a knowledge of artificial insemination techniques and equipment use. May involve keeping records on heats, birth intervals, or pedigree. Exclude "Nonfarm Animal Caretakers" (392021) who may occasionally breed animals as part of their other caretaking duties. Exclude Animal Scientists (191011) whose primary function is research.	Number of People in the Field:301	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Artificial Inseminator; Chicken Fancier; Horse Breeder

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Fallers SOC Code: 454021	(Lumberjack) Use axes or chainsaws to fell trees using knowledge of tree characteristics and cutting techniques to control direction of fall and minimize tree damage.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $26,660.00
Illustrative Examples: Cross Cut Sawyer; Timber Cutter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farm Labor Contractors SOC Code: 451012	Recruit, hire, furnish, and supervise seasonal or temporary agricultural laborers for a fee. May transport, house, and provide meals for workers.	Number of People in the Field:71	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Example: Harvesting Contractor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farmworkers and laborers, crop, nursery, and greenhouse SOC Code: 452092	(Nursery Worker) Manually plant, cultivate, and harvest vegetables, fruits, nuts, horticultural specialties, and field crops. Use hand tools, such as shovels, trowels, hoes, tampers, pruning hooks, shears, and knives. Duties may include tilling soil and applying fertilizers; transplanting, weeding, thinning, or pruning crops; applying pesticides; cleaning, grading, sorting, packing and loading harvested products. May construct trellises, repair fences and farm buildings, or participate in irrigation activities. Exclude "Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products" (452041). Exclude "Forest, Conservation, and Logging Workers" (454011 through 454029).	Number of People in the Field:21750	Total Average Annual Openings: 672	Median Annual Salary: $19,870.00
Illustrative Examples: Apple Picker; Tobacco Cutter; Vegetable Loader

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farmworkers, farm and ranch animals SOC Code: 452093	Attend to live farm, ranch, or aquacultural animals that may include cattle, sheep, swine, goats, horses and other equines, poultry, finfish, shellfish, and bees. Attend to animals produced for animal products, such as meat, fur, skins, feathers, eggs, milk, and honey. Duties may include feeding, watering, herding, grazing, castrating, branding, debeaking, weighing, catching, and loading animals. May maintain records on animals; examine animals to detect diseases and injuries; assist in birth deliveries; and administer medications, vaccinations, or insecticides as appropriate. May clean and maintain animal housing areas. Include workers who shear wool from sheep, and collect eggs in hatcheries.	Number of People in the Field:2676	Total Average Annual Openings: 83	Median Annual Salary: $19,310.00
Illustrative Examples: Horse Groomer; Beekeeper; Livestock Feeder

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
First-line supervisors/managers of farming, fishing, and forestry workers SOC Code: 451011	Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers. Exclude "FirstLine Supervisors/Managers of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers" (371012). Illustrative Examples: Christmas Tree Farm Manager; Harvest Crew Supervisor; Fish Hatchery Supervisor	Number of People in the Field:2153	Total Average Annual Openings: 56	Median Annual Salary: $48,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Christmas Tree Farm Manager; Harvest Crew Supervisor; Fish Hatchery Supervisor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Fishers and Related Fishing Workers SOC Code: 453011	Use nets, fishing rods, traps, or other equipment to catch and gather fish or other aquatic animals from rivers, lakes, or oceans, for human consumption or other uses. May haul game onto ship. Includes aquacultural laborers who work on fish farms with "Agricultural Workers, All Other" (452099).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Fishing Boat Captain; Crabber; Seaweed Harvester

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Forest and conservation workers SOC Code: 454011	(Forester Aide) Under supervision, perform manual labor necessary to develop, maintain, or protect forest, forested areas, and woodlands through such activities as raising and transporting tree seedlings; combating insects, pests, and diseases harmful to trees; and building erosion and water control structures and leaching of forest soil. Include forester aides, seedling pullers, and tree planters.	Number of People in the Field:384	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $25,020.00
Illustrative Examples: Christmas Tree Farm Worker; Seedling Puller; Forestry Laborer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Graders and sorters, agricultural products SOC Code: 452041	Grade, sort, or classify unprocessed food and other agricultural products by size, weight, color, or condition. Exclude "Agricultural Inspectors" (452011).	Number of People in the Field:994	Total Average Annual Openings: 27	Median Annual Salary: $14,520.00
Illustrative Examples: Chicken Grader; Cotton Classer; Fruit Sorter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Hunters and Trappers SOC Code: 453021	Hunt and trap wild animals for human consumption, fur, feed, bait, or other purposes.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Predatory Animal Exterminator; Bird Trapper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Log graders and scalers SOC Code: 454023	Grade logs or estimate the marketable content or value of logs or pulpwood in sorting yards, millpond, log deck, or similar locations. Inspect logs for defects or measure logs to determine volume. Exclude "Purchasing Agents and Buyers, Farm Products" (131021).	Number of People in the Field:70	Total Average Annual Openings: 1	Median Annual Salary: $31,690.00
Illustrative Examples: Timber Estimator; Landing Scaler

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Logging equipment operators SOC Code: 454022	Drive logging tractor or wheeled vehicle equipped with one or more accessories, such as bulldozer blade, frontal shear, grapple, logging arch, cable winches, hoisting rack, or crane boom, to fell tree; to skid, load, unload, or stack logs; or to pull stumps or clear brush.	Number of People in the Field:916	Total Average Annual Openings: 20	Median Annual Salary: $26,490.00
Illustrative Examples: Log Hauler; Logging Tractor Operator; Skidder Driver

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Logging workers, all other SOC Code: 454029	All logging workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:77	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $24,850.00
Illustrative Examples: Barker; Cable Hooker; Rigging Slinger

Occupation Category: Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Bartenders SOC Code: 353011	Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.	Number of People in the Field:18390	Total Average Annual Openings: 825	Median Annual Salary: $15,420.00
Illustrative Examples: Barkeeper; Taproom Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chefs and head cooks SOC Code: 351011	Direct the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts. May participate in cooking.	Number of People in the Field:4214	Total Average Annual Openings: 180	Median Annual Salary: $31,050.00
Illustrative Examples: Executive Chef; Pastry Chef; Sous Chef

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Combined food preparation and serving workers, including fast food SOC Code: 353021	Perform duties which combine both food preparation and food service.	Number of People in the Field:84110	Total Average Annual Openings: 5200	Median Annual Salary: $15,340.00
Illustrative Examples: Caterers Aide; Deli Clerk; Mess Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cooks, all other SOC Code: 352019	All cooks not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:434	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $21,130.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cooks, fast food SOC Code: 352011	Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of the cooks are limited to preparation of a few basic items and normally involve operating largevolume singlepurpose cooking equipment.	Number of People in the Field:24675	Total Average Annual Openings: 1165	Median Annual Salary: $14,470.00
Illustrative Examples: Fry Cook; Pizza Maker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cooks, institution and cafeteria SOC Code: 352012	Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.	Number of People in the Field:10394	Total Average Annual Openings: 429	Median Annual Salary: $23,120.00
Illustrative Examples: Camp Cook; Mess Cook; Galley Cook

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cooks, Private Household SOC Code: 352013	Prepare meals in private homes.	Number of People in the Field:143	Total Average Annual Openings: 6	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cooks, restaurant SOC Code: 352014	Prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foodstuffs in restaurants. May order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on menu, or plan menu.	Number of People in the Field:24338	Total Average Annual Openings: 1133	Median Annual Salary: $20,070.00
Illustrative Examples: Broiler Cook; Specialty Foreign Food Cook; Gardemanger

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cooks, short order SOC Code: 352015	Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. May take orders from customers and serve patrons at counters or tables. Exclude "Fast Food Cooks" (352011).	Number of People in the Field:10165	Total Average Annual Openings: 429	Median Annual Salary: $18,040.00
Illustrative Examples: Barbecue Cook; Griddle Cook

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Counter attendants, cafeteria, food concession, and coffee shop SOC Code: 353022	Serve food to diners at counter or from a steam table. Include counter attendants who also wait tables with "Waiters and Waitresses" (353031).	Number of People in the Field:10688	Total Average Annual Openings: 1181	Median Annual Salary: $15,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Canteen Operator; Snack Bar Attendant; Hot Dog Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dining room and cafeteria attendants and bartender helpers SOC Code: 359011	(Busser) Facilitate food service. Clean tables, carry dirty dishes, replace soiled table linens; set tables; replenish supply of clean linens, silverware, glassware, and dishes; supply service bar with food, and serve water, butter, and coffee to patrons.	Number of People in the Field:11373	Total Average Annual Openings: 584	Median Annual Salary: $15,030.00
Illustrative Examples: Lunchroom Attendant; Tray Setter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dishwashers SOC Code: 359021	Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils.	Number of People in the Field:14969	Total Average Annual Openings: 797	Median Annual Salary: $14,900.00
Illustrative Examples: Kitchen Cleaner; Glass Washer; Pot Washer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
First-line supervisors/managers of food preparation and serving workers SOC Code: 351012	Supervise workers engaged in preparing and serving food.	Number of People in the Field:26327	Total Average Annual Openings: 884	Median Annual Salary: $27,970.00
Illustrative Examples: Cafeteria Manager; Caterer; Bar Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Food preparation and serving related workers, all other SOC Code: 359099	All food preparation and serving related workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:6740	Total Average Annual Openings: 300	Median Annual Salary: $16,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Vending Machine Attendant; Cafeteria Line Runner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Food preparation workers SOC Code: 352021	(Kitchen Helper) Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.	Number of People in the Field:30495	Total Average Annual Openings: 1614	Median Annual Salary: $17,680.00
Illustrative Examples: Coffee Maker; Sandwich Maker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Food servers, nonrestaurant SOC Code: 353041	(TrayService Worker) Serve food to patrons outside of a restaurant environment, such as in hotels, hospital rooms, or cars. Exclude "DoortoDoor Sales Workers, News and Street Vendors, and Related Workers" (419091) and "Counter Attendants, Cafeteria, Food Concession, and Coffee Shop" (353022).	Number of People in the Field:8436	Total Average Annual Openings: 369	Median Annual Salary: $20,740.00
Illustrative Examples: Curb Attendant; Hospital TrayService Worker; Room Service Clerk

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Hosts and hostesses, restaurant, lounge, and coffee shop SOC Code: 359031	Welcome patrons, seat them at tables or in lounge, and help ensure quality of facilities and service.	Number of People in the Field:10909	Total Average Annual Openings: 488	Median Annual Salary: $15,200.00
Illustrative Examples: Maitre D'; Dining Room Host

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Waiters and waitresses SOC Code: 353031	Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment. Exclude Counter Attendants, Cafeteria, Food Concession, and Coffee Shop (353022).	Number of People in the Field:84185	Total Average Annual Openings: 5467	Median Annual Salary: $13,870.00
Illustrative Examples: Cocktail Waiter; Wine Steward; Head Waitress

Occupation Category: Healthcare Practitioner and Technical Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Anesthesiologists SOC Code: 291061	Administer anesthetics during surgery or other medical procedures.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Athletic trainers SOC Code: 299091	Evaluate, advise, and treat athletes to assist recovery from injury, avoid injury, or maintain peak physical fitness.	Number of People in the Field:488	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $41,500.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Audiologists SOC Code: 291121	Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.	Number of People in the Field:516	Total Average Annual Openings: 13	Median Annual Salary: $58,080.00
Illustrative Example: Hearing Therapist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Cardiovascular technologists and technicians SOC Code: 292031	(E.K.G. Technician, Vascular Technologist) Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonaryfunctions, lung capacity, and similar tests. Include vascular technologists.	Number of People in the Field:1996	Total Average Annual Openings: 65	Median Annual Salary: $45,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Cardiographer; Cardiopulmonary Technologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chiropractors SOC Code: 291011	Adjust spinal column and other articulations of the body to correct abnormalities of the human body believed to be caused by interference with the nervous system. Examine patient to determine nature and extent of disorder. Manipulate spine or other involved area. May utilize supplementary measures, such as exercise, rest, water, light, heat, and nutritional therapy.	Number of People in the Field:2241	Total Average Annual Openings: 82	Median Annual Salary: $62,710.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dental hygienists SOC Code: 292021	Clean teeth and examine oral areas, head, and neck for signs of oral disease. May educate patients on oral hygiene, take and develop Xrays, or apply fluoride or sealants.	Number of People in the Field:7546	Total Average Annual Openings: 232	Median Annual Salary: $58,450.00
Illustrative Example: Oral Hygienist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dentists, all other specialists SOC Code: 291029	All dentists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:186	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $99,040.00
Illustrative Examples: Endodontist; Periodontist; Oral Pathologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dentists, General SOC Code: 291021	Diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums and related oral structures. May treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting vitality of teeth. Exclude "Prosthodontists" (291024), "Orthodontists" (291023), "Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons" (291022) and "Dentists, all other specialists" (291029).	Number of People in the Field:6684	Total Average Annual Openings: 146	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Diagnostic medical sonographers SOC Code: 292032	(Ultrasound Technologist) Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians.	Number of People in the Field:1484	Total Average Annual Openings: 51	Median Annual Salary: $53,910.00
Illustrative Example: Ultrasonic Tester

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dietetic technicians SOC Code: 292051	Assist dietitians in the provision of food service and nutritional programs. Under the supervision of dietitians, may plan and produce meals based on established guidelines, teach principles of food and nutrition, or counsel individuals.	Number of People in the Field:921	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $24,760.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dietitians and nutritionists SOC Code: 291031	Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.	Number of People in the Field:1711	Total Average Annual Openings: 59	Median Annual Salary: $45,400.00
Illustrative Examples: Public Health Dietitian; Nutrition Director; Research Dietitian

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Emergency medical technicians and paramedics SOC Code: 292041	Assess injuries, administer emergency medical care, and extricate trapped individuals. Transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.	Number of People in the Field:5767	Total Average Annual Openings: 126	Median Annual Salary: $27,550.00
Illustrative Example: E.M.T.

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Family and General Practitioners SOC Code: 291062	Diagnose, treat, help prevent diseases and injuries commonly occur in the general population.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Health diagnosing and treating practitioners, all other SOC Code: 291199	All health diagnosing and treating practitioners not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:3306	Total Average Annual Openings: 109	Median Annual Salary: $60,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Acupuncturist; Homeopathic Doctor; Hypnotherapist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Health technologists and technicians, all other SOC Code: 292099	All health technologists and technicians not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:6775	Total Average Annual Openings: 188	Median Annual Salary: $34,820.00
Illustrative Examples: Dialysis Technician; Encephalographer; Hearing Aid Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Healthcare practitioners and technical workers, all other SOC Code: 299099	All healthcare practitioners and technical workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:2145	Total Average Annual Openings: 55	Median Annual Salary: $40,950.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Internists, general SOC Code: 291063	Diagnose and provide nonsurgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with the internal organs. Include subspecialists, such as cardiologists and gastroenterologists, with "All Other Physicians" (291069).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $142,070.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses SOC Code: 292061	(Maternity Nurse) Care for ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled persons in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, private homes, group homes, and similar institutions. May work under the supervision of a registered nurse. Licensing required.	Number of People in the Field:17616	Total Average Annual Openings: 425	Median Annual Salary: $38,800.00
Illustrative Example: Licensed Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical and clinical laboratory technicians SOC Code: 292012	Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May work under the supervision of a medical technologist.	Number of People in the Field:4393	Total Average Annual Openings: 174	Median Annual Salary: $30,390.00
Illustrative Examples: Blood Bank Technician; Cytotechnician; Serology Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical and clinical laboratory technologists SOC Code: 292011	Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. May train or supervise staff.	Number of People in the Field:4719	Total Average Annual Openings: 170	Median Annual Salary: $50,040.00
Illustrative Examples: Blood Bank Technologist; Cytotechnologist; Immunohematologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical records and health information technicians SOC Code: 292071	(Medical Records Librarian) Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Process, maintain, compile, and report patient information for health requirements and standards.	Number of People in the Field:5468	Total Average Annual Openings: 151	Median Annual Salary: $29,450.00
Illustrative Examples: Disability Rater; Medical Records Specialist; Medical Library Historian

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Nuclear medicine technologists SOC Code: 292033	Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies utilizing a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.	Number of People in the Field:1023	Total Average Annual Openings: 31	Median Annual Salary: $60,700.00
Illustrative Example: Radioisotope Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Obstetricians and Gynecologists SOC Code: 291064	Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, especially those affecting the reproductive system and the process of childbirth.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Example: OB/Gyn

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Occupational health and safety specialists SOC Code: 299011	Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector. Include environmental protection officers.	Number of People in the Field:902	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $56,670.00
Illustrative Examples: Health Sanitarian; Industrial Hygienist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Occupational health and safety technicians SOC Code: 299012	Collect data on work environments for analysis by occupational health and safety specialists. Implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers.	Number of People in the Field:296	Total Average Annual Openings: 6	Median Annual Salary: $34,440.00
Illustrative Example: Mine Examiner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Occupational therapists SOC Code: 291122	Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that help restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to disabled persons.	Number of People in the Field:3653	Total Average Annual Openings: 107	Median Annual Salary: $55,330.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Opticians, dispensing SOC Code: 292081	Design, measure, fit, and adapt lenses and frames for client according to written optical prescription or specification. Assist client with selecting frames. Measure customer for size of eyeglasses and coordinate frames with facial and eye measurements and optical prescription. Prepare work order for optical laboratory containing instructions for grinding and mounting lenses in frames. Verify exactness of finished lens spectacles. Adjust frame and lens position to fit client. May shape or reshape frames. Include contact lens opticians.	Number of People in the Field:3419	Total Average Annual Openings: 62	Median Annual Salary: $29,770.00
Illustrative Examples: Contact Lens Fitter; Eyeglass Fitter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Optometrists SOC Code: 291041	Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.	Number of People in the Field:1423	Total Average Annual Openings: 55	Median Annual Salary: $99,680.00
Illustrative Example: Doctor of Optometry

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons SOC Code: 291022	Perform surgery on mouth, jaws, and related head and neck structure to execute difficult and multiple extractions of teeth, to remove tumors and other abnormal growths, to correct abnormal jaw relations by mandibular or maxillary revision, to prepare mouth for insertion of dental prosthesis, or to treat fractured jaws.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Example: Dental Surgeon

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Orthodontists SOC Code: 291023	Examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance.	Number of People in the Field:303	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Orthotists and prosthetists SOC Code: 292091	Assist patients with disabling conditions of limbs and spine or with partial or total absence of limb by fitting and preparing orthopedic braces or prostheses.	Number of People in the Field:393	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $61,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Artificial Limb Fitter; Orthopedic Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pediatricians, general SOC Code: 291065	Diagnose, treat, and help prevent children's diseases and injuries.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $132,720.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pharmacists SOC Code: 291051	Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners and provide information to patients about medications and their use. May advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.	Number of People in the Field:8225	Total Average Annual Openings: 233	Median Annual Salary: $95,230.00
Illustrative Examples: Apothecary; Druggist; Industrial Pharmacist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pharmacy technicians SOC Code: 292052	Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications.	Number of People in the Field:8798	Total Average Annual Openings: 199	Median Annual Salary: $25,970.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physical therapists SOC Code: 291123	Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and decrease or prevent deformity of patients suffering from disease or injury.	Number of People in the Field:5415	Total Average Annual Openings: 147	Median Annual Salary: $65,980.00
Illustrative Examples: Physiotherapist; Pulmonary Physical Therapist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physician assistants SOC Code: 291071	Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants. Exclude "Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics" (292041), "Medical Assistants" (319092), and "Registered Nurses" (291111).	Number of People in the Field:1914	Total Average Annual Openings: 77	Median Annual Salary: $74,640.00
Illustrative Example: Anesthesiologist Assistant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physicians and surgeons, all other SOC Code: 291069	All physicians and surgeons not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:25444	Total Average Annual Openings: 664	Median Annual Salary: $143,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Cardiologist; Dermatologist; Ophthalmologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Podiatrists SOC Code: 291081	Diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.	Number of People in the Field:392	Total Average Annual Openings: 13	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Podiatric Surgeon; Foot Orthopedist; Pododermatologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Prosthodontists SOC Code: 291024	Construct oral prostheses to replace missing teeth and other oral structures to correct natural and acquired deformation of mouth and jaws, to restore and maintain oral function, such as chewing and speaking, and to improve appearance.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Psychiatric technicians SOC Code: 292053	Care for mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed individuals, following physician instructions and hospital procedures. Monitor patients' physical and emotional wellbeing and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral medications and hypodermic injections.	Number of People in the Field:1055	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $30,070.00
Illustrative Example: Mental Health Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Psychiatrists SOC Code: 291066	Diagnose, treat, and help prevent disorders of the mind.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Psychoanalyst; Neuropsychiatrist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Radiation therapists SOC Code: 291124	Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.	Number of People in the Field:687	Total Average Annual Openings: 21	Median Annual Salary: $56,430.00
Illustrative Examples: Dosimetrist; Radiation Therapy Technologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Radiologic technologists and technicians SOC Code: 292034	(XRay Technician) Take Xrays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Include technologists who specialize in other modalities, such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance. Include workers whose primary duties are to demonstrate portions of the human body on Xray film or fluoroscopic screen.	Number of People in the Field:5964	Total Average Annual Openings: 180	Median Annual Salary: $46,240.00
Illustrative Examples: CAT Scan Operator; Skiagrapher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Recreational therapists SOC Code: 291125	Plan, direct, or coordinate medicallyapproved recreation programs for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions. Activities include sports, trips, dramatics, social activities, and arts and crafts. May assess a patient condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.	Number of People in the Field:702	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $39,530.00
Illustrative Example: Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Registered nurses SOC Code: 291111	(Nurse Midwife, Nurse Practitioner) Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration required. Include advance practice nurses such as: nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, certified nurse midwives, and certified registered nurse anesthetists. Advanced practice nursing is practiced by RNs who have specialized formal, postbasic education and who function in highly autonomous and specialized roles.	Number of People in the Field:85088	Total Average Annual Openings: 2991	Median Annual Salary: $57,850.00
Illustrative Example: Nursing Supervisor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Respiratory therapists SOC Code: 291126	Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.	Number of People in the Field:3500	Total Average Annual Openings: 162	Median Annual Salary: $46,470.00
Illustrative Examples: Inhalation Therapist; Respiratory Care Practitioner; Oxygen Therapist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Respiratory therapy technicians SOC Code: 292054	Provide specific, well defined respiratory care procedures under the direction of respiratory therapists and physicians.	Number of People in the Field:547	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $39,100.00
Illustrative Example: Oxygen Therapy Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Speech-language pathologists SOC Code: 291127	(Speech Therapist) Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems.	Number of People in the Field:3547	Total Average Annual Openings: 103	Median Annual Salary: $63,210.00
Illustrative Examples: Oral Therapist; Speech Clinician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Speech-Language Pathologists, Non R&D SOC Code: 291155	Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Speech-Language Pathologists, R&D SOC Code: 291156	These persons spend the majority of their time researching speech and language disorders.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Surgeons SOC Code: 291067	Treat diseases, injuries, and deformities by invasive methods, such as manual manipulation or by using instruments and appliances.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Orthopedic Surgeon; Cardiovascular Surgeon; Plastic Surgeon

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Surgical technologists SOC Code: 292055	(Surgical Orderly) Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.	Number of People in the Field:2554	Total Average Annual Openings: 67	Median Annual Salary: $37,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Operating Room Technician; Scrub Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Therapists, all other SOC Code: 291129	All therapists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:586	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $44,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Corrective and Manual Arts Therapist; Hydrotherapist; Music Therapist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Veterinarians SOC Code: 291131	(Veterinary Inspector) Diagnose and treat diseases and dysfunctions of animals. May engage in a particular function, such as research and development, consultation, administration, technical writing, sale or production of commercial products, or rendering of technical services to commercial firms or other organizations. Include veterinarians who inspect livestock.	Number of People in the Field:2634	Total Average Annual Openings: 60	Median Annual Salary: $71,590.00
Illustrative Examples: Animal Pathologist; Animal Surgeon; Veterinary Bacteriologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Veterinary technologists and technicians SOC Code: 292056	Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines.	Number of People in the Field:2094	Total Average Annual Openings: 37	Median Annual Salary: $32,270.00
Illustrative Examples: Animal Technician; Veterinary Xray Operator

Occupation Category: Healthcare Support Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Dental assistants SOC Code: 319091	Assist dentist, set up patient and equipment, and keep records.	Number of People in the Field:10560	Total Average Annual Openings: 532	Median Annual Salary: $31,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Healthcare support workers, all other SOC Code: 319099	All healthcare support workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:8536	Total Average Annual Openings: 211	Median Annual Salary: $27,570.00
Illustrative Examples: Phlebotomist; Reducing Salon Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Home health aides SOC Code: 311011	Provide routine, personal healthcare, such as bathing, dressing, or grooming, to elderly, convalescent, or disabled persons in the home of patients or in a residential care facility.	Number of People in the Field:27253	Total Average Annual Openings: 1333	Median Annual Salary: $19,170.00
Illustrative Example: Home Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Massage Therapists SOC Code: 319011	Massage customers for hygienic or remedial purposes.	Number of People in the Field:2656	Total Average Annual Openings: 86	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Masseuse; Masseur; Rubber

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical assistants SOC Code: 319092	(Morgue Attendant, Physician's Aide) Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician. Exclude Physician Assistants (291071).	Number of People in the Field:15072	Total Average Annual Openings: 737	Median Annual Salary: $26,470.00
Illustrative Example: Ophthalmic Aide

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical equipment preparers SOC Code: 319093	Prepare, sterilize, install, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment. May perform routine laboratory tasks and operate or inspect equipment.	Number of People in the Field:1403	Total Average Annual Openings: 41	Median Annual Salary: $28,930.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical transcriptionists SOC Code: 319094	Use transcribing machines with headset and foot pedal to listen to recordings by physicians and other healthcare professionals dictating a variety of medical reports, such as emergency room visits, diagnostic imaging studies, operations, chart reviews, and final summaries. Transcribe dictated reports and translate medical jargon and abbreviations into their expanded forms. Edit as necessary and return reports in either printed or electronic form to the dictator for review and signature, or correction.	Number of People in the Field:3403	Total Average Annual Openings: 97	Median Annual Salary: $31,210.00
Illustrative Example: Medical Stenographer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants SOC Code: 311012	(Hospital Aide) Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties, such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens. Exclude "Home Health Aides"	Number of People in the Field:51233	Total Average Annual Openings: 1027	Median Annual Salary: $24,140.00
Illustrative Examples: Certified Nursing Assistant; Infirmary Attendant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Occupational therapist aides SOC Code: 312012	Under close supervision of an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing patient and treatment room.	Number of People in the Field:132	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $24,160.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Occupational therapist assistants SOC Code: 312011	Assist occupational therapists in providing occupational therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, direct activity programs, and document the progress of treatments. Generally requires formal training.	Number of People in the Field:826	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $39,620.00
Illustrative Example: Occupational Therapy Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Pharmacy aides SOC Code: 319095	Record drugs delivered to the pharmacy, store incoming merchandise, and inform the supervisor of stock needs. May operate cash register and accept prescriptions for filling.	Number of People in the Field:2887	Total Average Annual Openings: 69	Median Annual Salary: $19,020.00
Illustrative Examples: Dispensary Attendant; Prescription Clerk

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physical therapist aides SOC Code: 312022	Under close supervision of a physical therapist or physical therapy assistant, perform only delegated, selected, or routine tasks in specific situations. These duties include preparing the patient and the treatment area.	Number of People in the Field:782	Total Average Annual Openings: 25	Median Annual Salary: $23,450.00
Illustrative Example: Physiotherapy Aide

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physical therapist assistants SOC Code: 312021	Assist physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures. May, in accordance with State laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Generally requires formal training.	Number of People in the Field:2639	Total Average Annual Openings: 105	Median Annual Salary: $36,990.00
Illustrative Example: Corrective Therapy Assistant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Psychiatric Aides SOC Code: 311013	Assist mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff.	Number of People in the Field:1382	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Charge Attendant; Psychiatric Orderly

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers SOC Code: 319096	Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists. Exclude "Nonfarm Animal Caretakers" (392021).	Number of People in the Field:2193	Total Average Annual Openings: 40	Median Annual Salary: $21,080.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Category: Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians SOC Code: 493011	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Include helicopter and aircraft engine specialists.	Number of People in the Field:1956	Total Average Annual Openings: 44	Median Annual Salary: $46,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians, FAA Certified SOC Code: 493012	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. FAA certification required. Include FAA certified helicopter and aircraft engine specialists.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians, not FAA Certified SOC Code: 493013	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Include helicopter and aircraft engine specialists.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Non Available

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Automotive body and related repairers SOC Code: 493021	Repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies and straighten vehicle frames. Exclude "Painters, Transportation Equipment" (519122) and "Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers"(493022).	Number of People in the Field:8493	Total Average Annual Openings: 162	Median Annual Salary: $39,140.00
Illustrative Examples: Auto Body Customizer; Collision Mechanic; Frame Straightener

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Automotive glass installers and repairers SOC Code: 493022	Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.	Number of People in the Field:835	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $38,500.00
Illustrative Examples: Auto Glass Mechanic; Windshield Installer; Auto Glass Fitter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Automotive service technicians and mechanics SOC Code: 493023	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Exclude "Automotive Body and Related Repairers" (493021), "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (493031), and "Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles" (492096).	Number of People in the Field:26250	Total Average Annual Openings: 681	Median Annual Salary: $38,200.00
Illustrative Examples: Auto Brake Mechanic; Fuel Injection Servicer; Auto Transmission Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Avionics technicians SOC Code: 492091	Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair avionics equipment, such as radar, radio, navigation, and missile control systems in aircraft or space vehicles.	Number of People in the Field:239	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $37,640.00
Illustrative Examples: Aircraft Electrician; Automatic Pilot Mechanic; Missile Facilities Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Bicycle repairers SOC Code: 493091	Repair and service bicycles.	Number of People in the Field:330	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $18,460.00
Illustrative Example: Bicycle Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists SOC Code: 493031	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, buses, and all types of diesel engines. Include mechanics working primarily with automobile diesel engines.	Number of People in the Field:7221	Total Average Annual Openings: 184	Median Annual Salary: $40,010.00
Illustrative Examples: Tractor Trailer Mechanic; Diesel Mechanic; Farm Equipment Engine Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Camera and photographic equipment repairers SOC Code: 499061	Repair and adjust cameras and photographic equipment, including commercial video and motion picture camera equipment.	Number of People in the Field:76	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $33,530.00
Illustrative Examples: Camera Machinist; Photographic Equipment Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Coin, vending, and amusement machine servicers and repairers SOC Code: 499091	Install, service, adjust, or repair coin, vending, or amusement machines including video games, juke boxes, pinball machines, or slot machines.	Number of People in the Field:1052	Total Average Annual Openings: 25	Median Annual Salary: $29,920.00
Illustrative Examples: Cigarette Machine Mechanic; Slot Machine Mechanic; Video Game Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Commercial Divers SOC Code: 499092	Work below surface of water, using scuba gear to inspect, repair, remove, or install equipment and structures. May use a variety of power and hand tools, such as drills, sledgehammers, torches, and welding equipment. May conduct tests or experiments, rig explosives, or photograph structures or marine life. Exclude "Fishers and Related Fishing Workers" (453011), "Athletes and Sports Competitors" (272021), and "Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers" (333051).	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Marine Diver; Scuba Diver; Skin Diver

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer, automated teller, and office machine repairers SOC Code: 492011	(Cash Register Servicer) Repair, maintain, or install computers, word processing systems, automated teller machines, and electronic office machines, such as duplicating and fax machines.	Number of People in the Field:3720	Total Average Annual Openings: 40	Median Annual Salary: $40,680.00
Illustrative Examples: ATM Specialist; Computer Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door SOC Code: 499012	(Electric Meter Installer) Install, repair, and maintain mechanical regulating and controlling devices, such as electric meters, gas regulators, thermostats, safety and flow valves, and other mechanical governors.	Number of People in the Field:1675	Total Average Annual Openings: 41	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Gas Meter Prover; Thermostat Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electric motor, power tool, and related repairers SOC Code: 492092	Repair, maintain, or install electric motors, wiring, or switches.	Number of People in the Field:909	Total Average Annual Openings: 21	Median Annual Salary: $37,100.00
Illustrative Examples: Armature Winder; Generator Mechanic; Electric Golf Cart Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical and electronics installers and repairers, transportation equipment SOC Code: 492093	Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment. Exclude "Avionics Technicians" (492091) and "Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles" (492096).	Number of People in the Field:435	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $43,740.00
Illustrative Example: Locomotive Electrician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical and electronics repairers, commercial and industrial equipment SOC Code: 492094	(Radar Technician) Repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas. Exclude "Avionics Technicians" (492091), "Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles" (492096), and "Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment" (492093).	Number of People in the Field:1552	Total Average Annual Openings: 32	Median Annual Salary: $46,280.00
Illustrative Examples: Missile Pad Mechanic; Amplifier Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical and electronics repairers, powerhouse, substation, and relay SOC Code: 492095	Inspect, test, repair, or maintain electrical equipment in generating stations, substations, and inservice relays.	Number of People in the Field:1287	Total Average Annual Openings: 26	Median Annual Salary: $61,380.00
Illustrative Examples: Powerhouse Electrician; Relay Technician; Power Transformer Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electrical power-line installers and repairers SOC Code: 499051	Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy duty transmission towers. Exclude "Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay" (492095).	Number of People in the Field:2277	Total Average Annual Openings: 71	Median Annual Salary: $56,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Pole Climber; High Tension Tester; Electric Utility Wire Stretcher

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles SOC Code: 492096	Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.	Number of People in the Field:696	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $32,220.00
Illustrative Examples: Auto Phone Installer; Automotive Electrician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Electronic home entertainment equipment installers and repairers SOC Code: 492097	Repair, adjust, or install audio or television receivers, stereo systems, camcorders, video systems, or other electronic home entertainment equipment.	Number of People in the Field:1290	Total Average Annual Openings: 24	Median Annual Salary: $26,400.00
Illustrative Examples: Electric Organ Technician; Television Mechanic; Satellite Dish Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Fabric Menders, Except Garment SOC Code: 499093	Repair tears, holes, and other defects in fabrics, such as draperies, linens, parachutes, and tents.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Canvas Repairer; Bag Repairer; Seat Mender

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farm equipment mechanics SOC Code: 493041	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul farm machinery and vehicles, such as tractors, harvesters, dairy equipment, and irrigation systems. Exclude "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (493031).	Number of People in the Field:543	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $29,560.00
Illustrative Examples: Irrigation Equipment Mechanic; Dairy Equipment Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
First-line supervisors/managers of mechanics, installers, and repairers SOC Code: 491011	Supervise and coordinate the activities of mechanics, installers, and repairers. Exclude team or work leaders.	Number of People in the Field:15212	Total Average Annual Openings: 347	Median Annual Salary: $58,620.00
Illustrative Examples: Marine Service Manager; Ground Crew Chief; Engine Repair Supervisor; Electrical and Electronic Equipment Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers SOC Code: 499021	Install or repair heating, central air conditioning, or refrigeration systems, including oil burners, hotair furnaces, and heating stoves.	Number of People in the Field:8084	Total Average Annual Openings: 94	Median Annual Salary: $44,690.00
Illustrative Examples: Furnace Converter; Gas Furnace Installer; Oil Burner Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers SOC Code: 499098	Help installation, maintenance, and repair workers in maintenance, parts replacement, and repair of vehicles, industrial machinery, and electrical and electronic equipment. Perform duties, such as furnishing tools, materials, and supplies to other workers; cleaning work area, machines, and tools; and holding materials or tools for other workers.	Number of People in the Field:3509	Total Average Annual Openings: 129	Median Annual Salary: $24,090.00
Illustrative Examples: Mechanic's Helper; Diver's Helper; Blacksmith's Helper

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Home appliance repairers SOC Code: 499031	Repair, adjust, or install all types of electric or gas household appliances, such as refrigerators, washers, dryers, and ovens.	Number of People in the Field:1622	Total Average Annual Openings: 37	Median Annual Salary: $33,970.00
Illustrative Examples: Window Air Conditioner Mechanic; Vacuum Cleaner Repairer; Washing Machine Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Industrial machinery mechanics SOC Code: 499041	Repair, install, adjust, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery or refinery and pipeline distribution systems. Exclude "Millwrights" (499044), "Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines" (493042), and "Maintenance Workers, Machinery" (499043) who perform only routine tasks.	Number of People in the Field:8697	Total Average Annual Openings: 159	Median Annual Salary: $50,280.00
Illustrative Examples: Conveyor Belt Installer; Turbine Mechanic; Hydroelectric Machinery Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Installation, maintenance, and repair workers, all other SOC Code: 499099	All mechanical, installation, and repair workers and helpers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:9428	Total Average Annual Openings: 204	Median Annual Salary: $40,670.00
Illustrative Examples: Blacksmith; Cooper; Gunsmith

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Locksmiths and safe repairers SOC Code: 499094	Repair and open locks; make keys; change locks and safe combinations; and install and repair safes.	Number of People in the Field:740	Total Average Annual Openings: 29	Median Annual Salary: $31,820.00
Illustrative Examples: Key Maker; Vault Service Mechanic; Lock Expert

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Maintenance and repair workers, general SOC Code: 499042	(Maintenance Mechanic) Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, or the structure of an establishment in repair. Duties may involve pipe fitting; boiler making; insulating; welding; machining; carpentry; repairing electrical or mechanical equipment; installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment; and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs. Exclude "Maintenance Workers, Machinery" (499043).	Number of People in the Field:45349	Total Average Annual Openings: 803	Median Annual Salary: $36,640.00
Illustrative Examples: Building Maintenance Repairer; Trouble Shooting Mechanic; Mechanical Adjuster

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Maintenance workers, machinery SOC Code: 499043	(Belt Repairer) Lubricate machinery, change parts, or perform other routine machinery maintenance. Exclude "Maintenance and Repair Workers, General" (499042).	Number of People in the Field:3529	Total Average Annual Openings: 81	Median Annual Salary: $39,560.00
Illustrative Examples: Grease Packer; Machine Oiler

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Manufactured building and mobile home installers SOC Code: 499095	Move or install mobile homes or prefabricated buildings.	Number of People in the Field:685	Total Average Annual Openings: 16	Median Annual Salary: $28,320.00
Illustrative Examples: Mobile Home Mechanic; Housetrailer Servicer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mechanical door repairers SOC Code: 499011	Install, service, or repair opening and closing mechanisms of automatic doors and hydraulic door closers. Include garage door mechanics.	Number of People in the Field:335	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $34,580.00
Illustrative Example: Automatic Door Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical equipment repairers SOC Code: 499062	Test, adjust, or repair biomedical or electromedical equipment.	Number of People in the Field:646	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $39,720.00
Illustrative Examples: Biomedical Equipment Technician; Hearing Aid Mechanic; Surgical Instrument Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Millwrights SOC Code: 499044	Install, dismantle, or move machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings.	Number of People in the Field:5937	Total Average Annual Openings: 137	Median Annual Salary: $62,900.00
Illustrative Examples: Machine Erector; Machine Rigger; Machinery Dismantler

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Mobile heavy equipment mechanics, except engines SOC Code: 493042	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, graders, and conveyors, used in construction, logging, and surface mining. Exclude "Rail Car Repairers" (493043) and "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (493031).	Number of People in the Field:2787	Total Average Annual Openings: 55	Median Annual Salary: $45,030.00
Illustrative Examples: Construction Equipment Mechanic; Fork Lift Mechanic; Bulldozer Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Motorboat mechanics SOC Code: 493051	Repair and adjust electrical and mechanical equipment of gasoline or diesel powered inboard or inboardoutboard boat engines. Exclude "Diesel Engine Specialists" (493031).	Number of People in the Field:990	Total Average Annual Openings: 32	Median Annual Salary: $30,900.00
Illustrative Example: Outboard Motor Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Motorcycle mechanics SOC Code: 493052	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes, or similar motorized vehicles.	Number of People in the Field:507	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $30,740.00
Illustrative Examples: Motor Scooter Mechanic; Motorcycle Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Musical instrument repairers and tuners SOC Code: 499063	Repair percussion, stringed, reed, or wind instruments. May specialize in one area, such as piano tuning. Exclude "Electronic Home Entertainment Equipment Installers and Repairers" (492097) who repair electrical and electronic musical instruments.	Number of People in the Field:387	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $38,590.00
Illustrative Examples: Piano Tuner; Violin Repairer; Tone Regulator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics SOC Code: 493053	Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, and related equipment.	Number of People in the Field:1165	Total Average Annual Openings: 33	Median Annual Salary: $26,250.00
Illustrative Examples: Chainsaw Mechanic; Lawn Mower Repairer; Snowmobile Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Precision instrument and equipment repairers, all other SOC Code: 499069	All precision instrument and equipment repairers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:822	Total Average Annual Openings: 23	Median Annual Salary: $46,800.00
Illustrative Examples: Laboratory Equipment Installer; Gyro Mechanic; Meteorological Equipment Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Radio mechanics SOC Code: 492021	Test or repair mobile or stationary radio transmitting and receiving equipment and twoway radio communications systems used in shiptoshore communications and found in service and emergency vehicles.	Number of People in the Field:177	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $39,700.00
Illustrative Examples: Radio Electrician; Radio Rigger

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Rail car repairers SOC Code: 493043	(Subway Car Mechanic) Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul railroad rolling stock, mine cars, or mass transit rail cars. Exclude "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (493031).	Number of People in the Field:427	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $41,300.00
Illustrative Examples: Streetcar Repairer; Mine Car Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Recreational vehicle service technicians SOC Code: 493092	Diagnose, inspect, adjust, repair, or overhaul recreational vehicles including travel trailers. May specialize in maintaining gas, electrical, hydraulic, plumbing, or chassis/towing systems as well as repairing generators, appliances, and interior components. Include workers who perform customized van conversions. Exclude "Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics" (493023) and "Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists" (493031) who also work on recreation vehicles.	Number of People in the Field:386	Total Average Annual Openings: 22	Median Annual Salary: $29,170.00
Illustrative Example: RV Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Refractory materials repairers, except brickmasons SOC Code: 499045	Build or repair furnaces, kilns, cupolas, boilers, converters, ladles, soaking pits, ovens, etc., using refractory materials.	Number of People in the Field:123	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $47,100.00
Illustrative Examples: Bondactor Machine Operator; Kiln Door Repairer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Riggers SOC Code: 499096	Set up or repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, or for the entertainment industry.	Number of People in the Field:121	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $29,540.00
Illustrative Examples: Acrobatic Rigger; Rigging Slinger; Yard Rigger

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Security and fire alarm systems installers SOC Code: 492098	Install, program, maintain, and repair security and fire alarm wiring and equipment. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. Exclude "Electricians" (472111) who do a broad range of electrical wiring.	Number of People in the Field:1103	Total Average Annual Openings: 20	Median Annual Salary: $38,550.00
Illustrative Examples: Fire Alarm Installer; Burglar Alarm Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Signal and Track Switch Repairers SOC Code: 499097	Install, inspect, test, maintain, or repair electric gate crossings, signals, signal equipment, track switches, section lines, or intercommunications systems within a railroad system.	Number of People in the Field:474	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Signal Mechanic; Signal Maintainer; Third Rail Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Telecommunications equipment installers and repairers, except line installers SOC Code: 492022	Setup, rearrange, or remove switching and dialing equipment used in central offices. Service or repair telephones and other communication equipment on customers' property. May install equipment in new locations or install wiring and telephone jacks in buildings under construction.	Number of People in the Field:7577	Total Average Annual Openings: 136	Median Annual Salary: $55,030.00
Illustrative Examples: Central Office Equipment Installer; Electronics Installer; Exchange Mechanic

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Telecommunications line installers and repairers SOC Code: 499052	String and repair telephone and television cable, including fiber optics and other equipment for transmitting messages or television programming.	Number of People in the Field:3465	Total Average Annual Openings: 110	Median Annual Salary: $42,250.00
Illustrative Examples: Telecommunications Cable Splicer; Telecommunications Wire Stretcher; Cable Television Installer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Tire repairers and changers SOC Code: 493093	(Tire Balancer) Repair and replace tires.	Number of People in the Field:2922	Total Average Annual Openings: 147	Median Annual Salary: $21,880.00
Illustrative Example: Tire Fixer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Watch repairers SOC Code: 499064	(Horologist) Repair, clean, and adjust mechanisms of timing instruments, such as watches and clocks. Include watchmakers.	Number of People in the Field:116	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $33,590.00
Illustrative Examples: Watch and Clock Crowner; Watchmaker

Occupation Category: Legal Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Administrative law judges, adjudicators, and hearing officers SOC Code: 231021	Conduct hearings to decide or recommend decisions on claims concerning government programs or other governmentrelated 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.	Number of People in the Field:315	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $91,560.00
Illustrative Example: Traffic Court Referee

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators SOC Code: 231022	Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.	Number of People in the Field:228	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: $86,850.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Court reporters SOC Code: 232091	(Stenocaptioner) 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 hearingimpaired viewers.	Number of People in the Field:804	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $43,680.00
Illustrative Examples: Court Transcriber; Mask Reporter

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates SOC Code: 231023	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.	Number of People in the Field:2057	Total Average Annual Openings: 24	Median Annual Salary: $97,690.00
Illustrative Examples: Circuit Court Judge; Jurist; Justice

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Law clerks SOC Code: 232092	Assist lawyers or judges by researching or preparing legal documents. May meet with clients or assist lawyers and judges in court. Exclude "Lawyers" (231011) and "Paralegals and Legal Assistants" (232011).	Number of People in the Field:1190	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $37,260.00
Illustrative Example: Legal Clerk

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Lawyers SOC Code: 231011	(District Attorney, Public Defender) 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.	Number of People in the Field:19710	Total Average Annual Openings: 228	Median Annual Salary: $92,960.00
Illustrative Examples: Attorney; Real Estate Attorney; Corporate Counsel

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Legal support workers, all other SOC Code: 232099	All legal support workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:1035	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $38,390.00
Illustrative Examples: Brief Writer; Legislative Aide; Patent Examiner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Paralegals and legal assistants SOC Code: 232011	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.	Number of People in the Field:3630	Total Average Annual Openings: 35	Median Annual Salary: $45,360.00
Illustrative Examples: Legal Assistant; Legal Investigator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Title examiners, abstractors, and searchers SOC Code: 232093	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.	Number of People in the Field:1738	Total Average Annual Openings: 16	Median Annual Salary: $36,100.00
Illustrative Examples: Abstract Clerk; Escrow Officer; Lien Searcher

Occupation Category: Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Agricultural and food science technicians SOC Code: 194011	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.	Number of People in the Field:274	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $30,010.00
Illustrative Examples: Inseminator; Feed Research Technician; Dairy Technologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Animal Scientists SOC Code: 191011	Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Dairy Scientist; Poultry Scientist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Anthropologists and archeologists SOC Code: 193091	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.	Number of People in the Field:52	Total Average Annual Openings: 1	Median Annual Salary: $56,020.00
Illustrative Example: Political Anthropologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Astronomers SOC Code: 192011	Observe, research, and interpret celestial and astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge and apply such information to practical problems.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Atmospheric and space scientists SOC Code: 192021	(Meteorologist) 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.	Number of People in the Field:92	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $73,430.00
Illustrative Examples: Climatologist; Weather Forecaster

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Biochemists and biophysicists SOC Code: 191021	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.	Number of People in the Field:479	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $54,170.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Biological scientists, all other SOC Code: 191029	All biological scientists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:587	Total Average Annual Openings: 18	Median Annual Salary: $56,840.00
Illustrative Examples: Geneticist; Paleobotanist; Plant Taxonomist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Biological technicians SOC Code: 194021	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.	Number of People in the Field:1073	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $31,630.00
Illustrative Examples: Biotechnologist; Wildlife Technician; Specimen Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chemical technicians SOC Code: 194031	(Assayer) 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.	Number of People in the Field:2241	Total Average Annual Openings: 52	Median Annual Salary: $35,560.00
Illustrative Examples: Fiber Analyst; Paint Tester

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chemists SOC Code: 192031	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" (192042) and "Biochemists and Biophysicists" (191021).	Number of People in the Field:2481	Total Average Annual Openings: 82	Median Annual Salary: $53,890.00
Illustrative Examples: Inorganic Chemist; Chemical Analyst

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Clinical, counseling, and school psychologists SOC Code: 193031	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.	Number of People in the Field:4815	Total Average Annual Openings: 164	Median Annual Salary: $61,080.00
Illustrative Examples: Vocational Psychologist; Child Psychologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists, Non R&D SOC Code: 193036	Diagnose and treat mental disorders; learning disabilities; and cognitive, behavioral, and emotional problems using individual, child, family, and group therapies.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists, R&D SOC Code: 193037	These persons spend the majority of their time conducting psychological research.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Conservation scientists SOC Code: 191031	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 (191023) and "Foresters" (191032).	Number of People in the Field:398	Total Average Annual Openings: 12	Median Annual Salary: $61,880.00
Illustrative Examples: Range Manager; Conservation Officer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Economists SOC Code: 193011	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" (193021).	Number of People in the Field:326	Total Average Annual Openings: 10	Median Annual Salary: $69,650.00
Illustrative Examples: Econometrician; Economic Research Analyst; Industrial Economist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental science and protection technicians, including health SOC Code: 194091	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.	Number of People in the Field:645	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $38,300.00
Illustrative Example: Pollution Control Technician

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental scientists and specialists, including health SOC Code: 192041	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" (191023), "Conservation Scientists" (191031), "Forest and Conservation Technicians" (194093), "Fish and Game Wardens" (333031), and "Forest and Conservation Workers" (454011).	Number of People in the Field:1638	Total Average Annual Openings: 25	Median Annual Salary: $57,180.00
Illustrative Examples: Environmental Analyst; Water Pollution Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health, Non-R&D SOC Code: 192044	Study or perform investigations 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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health, R&D SOC Code: 192045	These persons spend the majority of their time performing research and development activities relating to their work as Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Epidemiologists SOC Code: 191041	Investigate and describe the determinants and distribution of disease, disability, and other health outcomes and develop the means for prevention and control.	Number of People in the Field:62	Total Average Annual Openings: 1	Median Annual Salary: $57,550.00
Illustrative Example: Malariologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Food Scientists and Technologists SOC Code: 191012	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.	Number of People in the Field:163	Total Average Annual Openings: 3	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Forensic science technicians SOC Code: 194092	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.	Number of People in the Field:138	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $46,130.00
Illustrative Examples: Ballistic Expert; Fingerprint Classifier

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Forest and conservation technicians SOC Code: 194093	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.	Number of People in the Field:370	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $38,320.00
Illustrative Examples: Grazing Examiner; Soil Tester; Tree Warden

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Foresters SOC Code: 191032	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 privatelyowned forested lands.	Number of People in the Field:291	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $57,680.00
Illustrative Examples: Forest Ecologist; Timber Management Specialist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Geographers SOC Code: 193092	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Geological and petroleum technicians SOC Code: 194041	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.	Number of People in the Field:87	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $27,750.00
Illustrative Examples: Field Scout; Crude Tester; Seismic Observer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Geoscientists, except hydrologists and geographers SOC Code: 192042	(Seismologist) 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.	Number of People in the Field:342	Total Average Annual Openings: 5	Median Annual Salary: $61,810.00
Illustrative Examples: Oceanographer; Paleontologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Historians SOC Code: 193093	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.	Number of People in the Field:63	Total Average Annual Openings: 1	Median Annual Salary: $45,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Genealogist; Historical Society Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Hydrologists SOC Code: 192043	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.	Number of People in the Field:84	Total Average Annual Openings: 2	Median Annual Salary: $67,540.00
Illustrative Example: Hydrogeologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists SOC Code: 193032	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Example: Engineering Psychologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Life scientists, all other SOC Code: 191099	All life scientists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:1190	Total Average Annual Openings: 19	Median Annual Salary: $58,790.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Life, physical, and social science technicians, all other SOC Code: 194099	All life, physical, and social science technicians not listed separately. Illustrative Examples: Laser Technician; Radiographer; Meteorological Aide Community and Social Services Occupations Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists	Number of People in the Field:4382	Total Average Annual Openings: 100	Median Annual Salary: $40,560.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Market research analysts SOC Code: 193021	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.	Number of People in the Field:5377	Total Average Annual Openings: 143	Median Annual Salary: $63,310.00
Illustrative Examples: Advertising Analyst; Marketing Consultant; Marketing Forecaster

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Materials scientists SOC Code: 192032	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.	Number of People in the Field:312	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $53,850.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Medical scientists, except epidemiologists SOC Code: 191042	(Pharmacologist) 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.	Number of People in the Field:2671	Total Average Annual Openings: 94	Median Annual Salary: $51,950.00
Illustrative Examples: Cancer Researcher; Toxicologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Microbiologists SOC Code: 191022	(Cytologist) 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.	Number of People in the Field:603	Total Average Annual Openings: 19	Median Annual Salary: $53,010.00
Illustrative Examples: Bacteriologist; Virologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Nuclear technicians SOC Code: 194051	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: $74,430.00
Illustrative Examples: Accelerator Operator; Radiation Monitor

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physical scientists, all other SOC Code: 192099	All physical scientists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:597	Total Average Annual Openings: 13	Median Annual Salary: $68,550.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Physicists SOC Code: 192012	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.	Number of People in the Field:322	Total Average Annual Openings: 11	Median Annual Salary: $71,380.00
Illustrative Examples: Fluid Dynamicist; Rheologist; Thermodynamicist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Political Scientists SOC Code: 193094	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Political Analyst; Political Consultant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Psychologists, all other SOC Code: 193039	All psychologists not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:315	Total Average Annual Openings: 8	Median Annual Salary: $58,120.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Social science research assistants SOC Code: 194061	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" (251191) who both teach and do research.	Number of People in the Field:373	Total Average Annual Openings: 9	Median Annual Salary: $36,080.00
Illustrative Examples: City Planning Aide; Economic Research Assistant; Historian Research Assistant

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Social scientists and related workers, all other SOC Code: 193099	All social scientists and related workers not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:587	Total Average Annual Openings: 14	Median Annual Salary: $61,490.00
Illustrative Examples: Ethnologist; Linguist; Philologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Sociologists SOC Code: 193041	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.	Number of People in the Field:No Information Available	Total Average Annual Openings: No Information Available	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Criminologist; Penologist; Social Welfare Research Worker

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Soil and plant scientists SOC Code: 191013	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.	Number of People in the Field:225	Total Average Annual Openings: 4	Median Annual Salary: $58,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Agronomist; Plant Pathologist

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Survey researchers SOC Code: 193022	(Pollster) 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" (152041), "Economists" (193011), "Market Research Analysts" (193021), and "Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan" (434111).	Number of People in the Field:480	Total Average Annual Openings: 15	Median Annual Salary: $47,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Credit Negotiator; Escrow Representative; Factorer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Urban and regional planners SOC Code: 193051	Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of local jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.	Number of People in the Field:1039	Total Average Annual Openings: 38	Median Annual Salary: $55,950.00
Illustrative Example: City Planner

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Zoologists and wildlife biologists SOC Code: 191023	(Ecologist, Herpetologist) 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.	Number of People in the Field:225	Total Average Annual Openings: 7	Median Annual Salary: $56,090.00
Illustrative Example: Ornithologist

Occupation Category: Management Occupations
Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Administrative services managers SOC Code: 113011	(Facilities Manager) 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 (113061).	Number of People in the Field:5667	Total Average Annual Openings: 98	Median Annual Salary: $66,080.00
Illustrative Examples: Space Officer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Advertising and promotions managers SOC Code: 112011	(Media Director) Plan and direct advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.	Number of People in the Field:1173	Total Average Annual Openings: 22	Median Annual Salary: $93,600.00
Illustrative Examples: Campaign Director; Circulation Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Chief executives SOC Code: 111011	(County Commissioner) 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.	Number of People in the Field:20903	Total Average Annual Openings: 353	Median Annual Salary: $136,490.00
Illustrative Examples: Board Member; Chief Operating Officer; President

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Compensation and benefits managers SOC Code: 113041	Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities and staff of an organization. Include job analysis and position description managers.	Number of People in the Field:1213	Total Average Annual Openings: 17	Median Annual Salary: $70,290.00
Illustrative Examples: Employee Benefits Director; Job Analysis Manager; Wage and Salary Administrator

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Computer and information systems managers SOC Code: 113021	(Data Processing Manager) Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming. Exclude Computer Specialists (151011 through 151099).	Number of People in the Field:7742	Total Average Annual Openings: 144	Median Annual Salary: $95,290.00
Illustrative Examples: Computer Programming Manager; Data Systems Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Construction managers SOC Code: 119021	(General Contractor) 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.	Number of People in the Field:8463	Total Average Annual Openings: 135	Median Annual Salary: $81,730.00
Illustrative Examples: Masonry Contractor Administrator; Developer

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Education administrators, all other SOC Code: 119039	All education administrators not listed separately.	Number of People in the Field:903	Total Average Annual Openings: 29	Median Annual Salary: $72,410.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Extension Work; Director of Vocational Training; Health Education Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Education administrators, elementary and secondary school SOC Code: 119032	(School Principal) Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, clerical, or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.	Number of People in the Field:7586	Total Average Annual Openings: 205	Median Annual Salary: $86,450.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Physical Education; Curriculum Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Education administrators, postsecondary SOC Code: 119033	(Dean, Registrar) 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.	Number of People in the Field:4171	Total Average Annual Openings: 133	Median Annual Salary: $78,070.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Student Affairs

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Education administrators, preschool and child care center/program SOC Code: 119031	Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic and nonacademic activities of preschool and child care centers or programs. Exclude "Preschool Teachers" (252011).	Number of People in the Field:1224	Total Average Annual Openings: 44	Median Annual Salary: $40,830.00
Illustrative Examples: Director of Child Care Center; Head Start Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Engineering managers SOC Code: 119041	Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields. Exclude "Natural Sciences Managers" (119121).	Number of People in the Field:9046	Total Average Annual Openings: 162	Median Annual Salary: $102,730.00
Illustrative Examples: Engineering Research Manager; Safety Director; Technical Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farm, Ranch, and Other Agricultural Managers SOC Code: 119011	(Nursery and Greenhouse Manager) 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 daytoday 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.	Number of People in the Field:7673	Total Average Annual Openings: 189	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Fruit Grower; Farm Livestock Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Farmers and Ranchers SOC Code: 119012	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 postharvest operations. May plant, cultivate, harvest, perform postharvest 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.	Number of People in the Field:38300	Total Average Annual Openings: 205	Median Annual Salary: No Information is Available
Illustrative Examples: Beekeeper; Dairy Farmer; Tobacco Grower

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Financial managers SOC Code: 113031	(City Controller, Controller, County Treasurer) Plan, direct, and coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.	Number of People in the Field:12880	Total Average Annual Openings: 155	Median Annual Salary: $86,700.00
Illustrative Examples: Bank Director; Comptroller; Budget Director

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Food service managers SOC Code: 119051	Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.	Number of People in the Field:9398	Total Average Annual Openings: 233	Median Annual Salary: $41,040.00
Illustrative Examples: Banquet Director; Restaurant Manager; Catering Manager

Occupation Title	Occupation Description	Job Outlook Data
Funeral directors