Details Report

Updated 2005

Details Report for:
19-3021.00 - Market Research Analysts

Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas to determine potential sales of a product or service. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May use survey results to create a marketing campaign based on regional preferences and buying habits.

Sample of reported job titles: Market Research Analyst, Market Analyst, Project Manager, Market Research Consultant, Client Service and Consulting Manager, Market Research Manager, Product Line Manager, Business Development Specialist, Client Services Vice President, Communications Specialist

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Tasks Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance	Category	Task
70	Core	Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.
69	Core	Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text.
68	Core	Measure and assess customer and employee satisfaction.
68	Core	Forecast and track marketing and sales trends, analyzing collected data.
66	Core	Seek and provide information to help companies determine their position in the marketplace.
65	Core	Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.
64	Core	Conduct research on consumer opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing professionals, statisticians, pollsters, and other professionals.
64	Core	Attend staff conferences to provide management with information and proposals concerning the promotion, distribution, design, and pricing of company products or services.
61	Core	Gather data on competitors and analyze their prices, sales, and method of marketing and distribution.
60	Core	Monitor industry statistics and follow trends in trade literature.
60	Core	Devise and evaluate methods and procedures for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires, or arrange to obtain existing data.
55	Core	Develop and implement procedures for identifying advertising needs.
51	Supplemental	Direct trained survey interviewers.

Tools & Technology Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Tools used in this occupation:

Desktop computers

Notebook computers

Personal computers

Personal digital assistant PDAs or organizers — Personal digital assistants PDA

Scanners

Tablet computers

Technology used in this occupation:

Analytical or scientific software — SAS software; SPSS software; TNS Miriad; WinCross software (see all 20 examples)

Customer relationship management CRM software — Epiphany software; Galilee Enterprise TargetPro; TechExcel software; Vantage MCIF (see all 6 examples)

Data base user interface and query software — GMI NET-MR; Intellimed software; Microsoft Access; Survey software (see all 9 examples)

Data mining software — Cytel Software XLMiner; IBM Intelligent Miner; NCR Teradata Warehouse Miner; Oracle Darwin

Desktop publishing software — LogiXML Ad-HOC; Sawtooth SSI Web

Enterprise resource planning ERP software — Aprimo Marketing

Expert system software — Digivey software (expert system feature)

Graphics or photo imaging software — Adobe Illustrator; Adobe Photoshop; Graphic software; Thomson Dialog

Information retrieval or search software — Factiva; FedBizOps *; Verispan Patient Parameters; Wal-mart Retail Link (see all 9 examples)

Office suite software — Microsoft Office

Presentation software — Macromedia Flash; Microsoft PowerPoint

Project management software — Focus software; Key Survey software; Microsoft Project; Perseus SurveySolutions (see all 6 examples)

Web platform development software — Cascading Style Sheets CSS; Dynamic hypertext markup language DHTML; Hypertext markup language HTML; JavaScript

Word processing software — Microsoft Word

* Software developed by a government agency and/or distributed as freeware or shareware.

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Knowledge Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Knowledge
77		Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
73		Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
72		English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
70		Administration and Management — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
68		Communications and Media — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
53		Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
51		Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
45		Economics and Accounting — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
41		Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
39		Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
34		Personnel and Human Resources — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
31		Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
30		Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
28		Sociology and Anthropology — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
24		Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
23		Law and Government — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
21		Foreign Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
19		Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
14		Design — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
14		Geography — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
14		Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
12		Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
9		History and Archeology — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
9		Philosophy and Theology — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
8		Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
7		Fine Arts — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
6		Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
6		Therapy and Counseling — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
5		Physics — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
2		Chemistry — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
0		Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
0		Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
0		Food Production — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Skill
83		Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
80		Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
76		Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
74		Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
70		Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
69		Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
68		Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
68		Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
64		Judgment and Decision Making — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
57		Negotiation — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
55		Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
52		Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
52		Learning Strategies — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
52		Persuasion — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
50		Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
49		Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
47		Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
46		Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
46		Management of Financial Resources — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
44		Mathematics — Using mathematics to solve problems.
44		Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
42		Management of Personnel Resources — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
40		Operations Analysis — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
32		Technology Design — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
27		Systems Evaluation — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
26		Management of Material Resources — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
26		Science — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
23		Systems Analysis — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
23		Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
12		Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
9		Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
5		Programming — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
4		Installation — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
3		Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
3		Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Abilities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Ability
75		Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
72		Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
72		Written Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
69		Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
69		Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
66		Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
63		Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
60		Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
60		Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
56		Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
56		Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53		Mathematical Reasoning — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
47		Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
44		Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
41		Fluency of Ideas — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
41		Selective Attention — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
35		Flexibility of Closure — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
31		Number Facility — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
31		Speed of Closure — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
25		Perceptual Speed — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
25		Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.
25		Visualization — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
22		Memorization — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
19		Auditory Attention — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
19		Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.
19		Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
19		Time Sharing — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
6		Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
3		Depth Perception — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
3		Hearing Sensitivity — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
0		Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
0		Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
0		Dynamic Flexibility — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Dynamic Strength — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
0		Explosive Strength — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
0		Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
0		Glare Sensitivity — The ability to see objects in the presence of glare or bright lighting.
0		Gross Body Coordination — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
0		Gross Body Equilibrium — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
0		Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
0		Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
0		Night Vision — The ability to see under low light conditions.
0		Peripheral Vision — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
0		Rate Control — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
0		Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
0		Response Orientation — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
0		Sound Localization — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
0		Spatial Orientation — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
0		Speed of Limb Movement — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
0		Stamina — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
0		Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
0		Wrist-Finger Speed — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Activity
87		Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. conduct or attend staff meetings confer with research personnel
87		Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. develop or maintain databases use computers to enter, access or retrieve data use relational database software use spreadsheet software use word processing or desktop publishing software
81		Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
79		Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. follow confidentiality procedures learn trends in world trade maintain awareness of social trends use current social research use interpersonal communication techniques use interviewing procedures use knowledge of economic trends use knowledge of investigation techniques use labor market information use library or online Internet research techniques use marketing techniques use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems use oral or written communication techniques use product knowledge to market goods use public speaking techniques use quantitative research methods use scientific research methodology
78		Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. work as a team member
77		Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. collect scientific or technical data collect social or personal information collect statistical data obtain information from individuals
75		Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. communicate technical information confer with scientists interview customers make presentations
75		Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. compile numerical or statistical data develop tables depicting data
74		Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
73		Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. analyze market or delivery systems analyze sales activities or trends analyze scientific research data or investigative findings analyze social or economic data conduct field research or investigative studies conduct market research conduct survey research of specified populations forecast or predict phenomena based upon research data perform statistical modeling
73		Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. develop marketing strategy develop plans for programs or projects develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards write business project or bid proposals
72		Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. explain complex mathematical information interpret charts or tables for social or economic research
62		Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. recognize interrelationships among individuals or social groups recognize interrelationships among social statistics or indicators
59		Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
58		Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. plan scientific research or investigative studies plan surveys of specified group or area
56		Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
49		Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. identify potential markets
49		Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
48		Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
46		Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff direct and coordinate scientific research or investigative studies direct implementation of new procedures, policies, or programs
38		Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork. prepare reports prepare technical reports or related documentation
37		Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. advise clients or customers advise governmental or industrial personnel provide expert testimony on research results recommend further study or action based on research data
35		Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
33		Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. monitor consumer or marketing trends
32		Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
32		Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
30		Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
29		Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
28		Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
25		Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
20		Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
19		Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
16		Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
15		Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
6		Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
5		Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
4		Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
3		Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
1		Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.
0		Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
0		Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Context		Work Context
99		Telephone — How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
91		Electronic Mail — How often do you use electronic mail in this job?
90		Structured versus Unstructured Work — To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
88		Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
87		Indoors, Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
85		Spend Time Sitting — How much does this job require sitting?
83		Freedom to Make Decisions — How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
79		Work With Work Group or Team — How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
78		Face-to-Face Discussions — How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
72		Contact With Others — How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
70		Time Pressure — How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
67		Letters and Memos — How often does the job require written letters and memos?
62		Duration of Typical Work Week — Number of hours typically worked in one week.
60		Responsibility for Outcomes and Results — How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
59		Deal With External Customers — How important is it to work with external customers or the public in this job?
58		Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — How important is repeating the same physical activities (e.g., key entry) or mental activities (e.g., checking entries in a ledger) over and over, without stopping, to performing this job?
54		Level of Competition — To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?
51		Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
50		Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
48		Frequency of Conflict Situations — How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
45		Frequency of Decision Making — How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
43		Degree of Automation — How automated is the job?
42		Responsible for Others' Health and Safety — How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
41		Coordinate or Lead Others — How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
40		Physical Proximity — To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
39		Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — How frequently does the worker have to deal with unpleasant, angry, or discourteous individuals as part of the job requirements?
39		Spend Time Standing — How much does this job require standing?
30		Public Speaking — How often do you have to perform public speaking in this job?
29		Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
19		Consequence of Error — How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
17		Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
16		Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — How often does this job require working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions?
15		Spend Time Walking and Running — How much does this job require walking and running?
13		Deal With Physically Aggressive People — How frequently does this job require the worker to deal with physical aggression of violent individuals?
13		In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in a closed vehicle or equipment (e.g., car)?
11		Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
11		Work Schedules — How regular are the work schedules for this job?
7		Outdoors, Under Cover — How often does this job require working outdoors, under cover (e.g., structure with roof but no walls)?
5		Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
5		Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
2		Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions — How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
2		Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — How often does this job require working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions?
2		Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment — How important is it to this job that the pace is determined by the speed of equipment or machinery? (This does not refer to keeping busy at all times on this job.)
2		Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
1		Exposed to Contaminants — How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
1		Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling — How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
0		Exposed to Disease or Infections — How often does this job require exposure to disease/infections?
0		Exposed to Hazardous Conditions — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
0		Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
0		Exposed to High Places — How often does this job require exposure to high places?
0		Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
0		Exposed to Radiation — How often does this job require exposure to radiation?
0		Exposed to Whole Body Vibration — How often does this job require exposure to whole body vibration (e.g., operate a jackhammer)?
0		In an Open Vehicle or Equipment — How often does this job require working in an open vehicle or equipment (e.g., tractor)?
0		Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles — How much does this job require climbing ladders, scaffolds, or poles?
0		Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance — How much does this job require keeping or regaining your balance?
0		Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection — How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?

Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Component	Description
Title	Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Overall Experience	A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

Job Training	Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Job Zone Examples	Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include accountants, human resource managers, computer programmers, teachers, chemists, and police detectives.

SVP Range	(7.0 to < 8.0)

Education	Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Occupational Interest		Interest
83		Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
67		Enterprising — Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.
50		Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
33		Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
28		Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.
28		Social — Social occupations frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. These occupations often involve helping or providing service to others.

Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Importance		Work Style
83		Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
83		Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
81		Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
76		Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
74		Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
70		Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
70		Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
69		Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
69		Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
69		Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
69		Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
68		Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
67		Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
67		Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
60		Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
57		Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

Work Values Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Value
66		Achievement — Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
65		Independence — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employs to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
63		Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
55		Recognition — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
52		Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
47		Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Work Needs Save Table (XLS/CSV)

Extent		Work Need
75		Autonomy — Workers on this job plan their work with little supervision.
75		Working Conditions — Workers on this job have good working conditions.
69		Ability Utilization — Workers on this job make use of their individual abilities.
69		Company Policies and Practices — Workers on this job are treated fairly by the company.
66		Recognition — Workers on this job receive recognition for the work they do.
63		Achievement — Workers on this job get a feeling of accomplishment.
63		Activity — Workers on this job are busy all the time.
63		Advancement — Workers on this job have opportunities for advancement.
63		Security — Workers on this job have steady employment.
63		Variety — Workers on this job have something different to do every day.
59		Compensation — Workers on this job are paid well in comparison with other workers.
59		Creativity — Workers on this job try out their own ideas.
59		Responsibility — Workers on this job make decisions on their own.
56		Independence — Workers on this job do their work alone.
56		Moral Values — Workers on this job are never pressured to do things that go against their sense of right and wrong.
56		Social Status — Workers on this job are looked up to by others in their company and their community.
53		Co-workers — Workers on this job have co-workers who are easy to get along with.
50		Supervision, Human Relations — Workers on this job have supervisors who back up their workers with management.
38		Authority — Workers on this job give directions and instructions to others.
38		Supervision, Technical — Workers on this job have supervisors who train their workers well.
31		Social Service — Workers on this job have work where they do things for other people.

Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)

13-1021.00	Purchasing Agents and Buyers, Farm Products
13-1022.00	Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products

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