Animal Control Workers

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Write reports of activities, and maintain files of impoundments and dispositions of animals.95
Investigate reports of animal attacks or animal cruelty, interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, and writing reports.95
Examine animals for injuries or malnutrition, and arrange for any necessary medical treatment.92
Contact animal owners to inform them that their pets are at animal holding facilities.91
Educate the public about animal welfare, and animal control laws and regulations.90
Remove captured animals from animal-control service vehicles and place animals in shelter cages or other enclosures.88
Answer inquiries from the public concerning animal control operations.88
Capture and remove stray, uncontrolled, or abused animals from undesirable conditions, using nets, nooses, or tranquilizer darts as necessary.88
Prepare for prosecutions related to animal treatment, and give evidence in court.87
Supply animals with food, water, and personal care.84
Issue warnings or citations in connection with animal-related offenses, or contact police to report violations and request arrests.83
Euthanize rabid, unclaimed, or severely injured animals.83

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Clean facilities and equipment such as dog pens and animal control trucks.82
Organize the adoption of unclaimed animals.72
Examine animal licenses, and inspect establishments housing animals for compliance with laws.72
Train police officers in dog handling and training techniques for tracking, crowd control, and narcotics and bomb detection.64
Deliver educational presentations on wildlife topics, such as animal safety, at schools and community events.—
Pick up deceased animals from roadways and dispose of the animal carcasses.—
Testify at court hearings when citations are contested.—
Transport injured or ill wildlife to rescues.—

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Active Listening69
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.
Speaking66
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Critical Thinking63
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Coordination50
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Judgment and Decision Making50
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Monitoring50
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Reading Comprehension50
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Service Orientation50
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Social Perceptiveness50
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Time Management50
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Writing50
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Active Learning47
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

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Complex Problem Solving47
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Persuasion47
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Learning Strategies44
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Negotiation44
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Instructing41
Teaching others how to do something.
Management of Personnel Resources25
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Mathematics25
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Operation and Control25
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Operations Monitoring25
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Systems Analysis25
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Systems Evaluation25
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Management of Material Resources19
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Quality Control Analysis19
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Management of Financial Resources16
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Operations Analysis13
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Troubleshooting6
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Programming3
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Science3
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Technology Design3
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
Equipment Maintenance0
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Equipment Selection0
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Installation0
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Repairing0
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Public Safety and Security88
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.
Law and Government87
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Customer and Personal Service81
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.
English Language81
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Administrative66
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Education and Training57
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Biology52
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Communications and Media52
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Telecommunications52
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Transportation52
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Computers and Electronics51
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Administration and Management49
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.

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Geography49
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.
Psychology46
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.
Sociology and Anthropology42
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Mathematics37
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Personnel and Human Resources37
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Medicine and Dentistry33
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.
Chemistry31
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.
Therapy and Counseling31
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Foreign Language30
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.
Physics23
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.
Philosophy and Theology21
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.
Sales and Marketing21
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.
Economics and Accounting20
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Mechanical20
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Engineering and Technology15
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.
Production and Processing13
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Design9
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Building and Construction8
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
History and Archeology8
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
Fine Arts5
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Food Production4
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Oral Expression75
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Problem Sensitivity75
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Oral Comprehension72
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Deductive Reasoning66
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Inductive Reasoning56
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Speech Clarity56
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Arm-Hand Steadiness50
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Category Flexibility50
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Far Vision50
The ability to see details at a distance.
Information Ordering50
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).
Manual Dexterity50
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Multilimb Coordination50
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.

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Near Vision50
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Selective Attention50
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Speech Recognition50
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Static Strength50
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Written Comprehension50
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Written Expression50
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Time Sharing47
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Flexibility of Closure44
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Fluency of Ideas44
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).
Trunk Strength44
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.
Control Precision41
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Originality41
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.
Finger Dexterity38
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Depth Perception31
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.
Spatial Orientation31
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Extent Flexibility28
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Perceptual Speed28
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.
Peripheral Vision28
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Stamina28
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Auditory Attention25
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Dynamic Strength25
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Explosive Strength25
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Glare Sensitivity25
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Gross Body Coordination25
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Gross Body Equilibrium25
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Hearing Sensitivity25
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Mathematical Reasoning25
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Memorization25
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Night Vision25
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Number Facility25
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Rate Control25
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.
Reaction Time25
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Response Orientation25
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.
Sound Localization25
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Speed of Closure25
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Speed of Limb Movement25
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Visual Color Discrimination25
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Visualization25
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Wrist-Finger Speed22
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Dynamic Flexibility6
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems93
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Documenting/Recording Information90
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization89
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.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public89
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates86
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment85
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Getting Information83
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work82
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Performing General Physical Activities79
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Processing Information79
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others77
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships76
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards75
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events75
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Handling and Moving Objects74
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge73
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Analyzing Data or Information69
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Thinking Creatively68
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Training and Teaching Others68
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Working with Computers68
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings67
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Performing Administrative Activities66
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials64
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Scheduling Work and Activities64
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Assisting and Caring for Others62
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others62
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Developing and Building Teams61
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others61
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Coaching and Developing Others59
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People59
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others58
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Developing Objectives and Strategies55
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates55
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources50
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Selling or Influencing Others42
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information41
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Staffing Organizational Units37
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment33
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Controlling Machines and Processes30
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment22
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.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment19
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.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Dependability80
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Stress Tolerance79
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Self-Control73
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Integrity70
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Attention to Detail67
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Perseverance65
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Cooperation59
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Empathy57
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Cautiousness56
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Adaptability54
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Sincerity48
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
Self-Confidence45
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.

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Initiative42
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
Tolerance for Ambiguity42
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
Social Orientation38
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
Leadership Orientation33
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Optimism32
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Achievement Orientation30
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Humility30
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Intellectual Curiosity15
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
Innovation3
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic82
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional48
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Investigative43
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Social27
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Enterprising20
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Artistic0
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Telephone Conversations
- Every day100%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day96%
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Every day96%
E-Mail
- Every day92%
Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Every day92%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important81%
- Very important15%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Every day68%
- Once a week or more but not every day28%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others69%
- Contact with others most of the time23%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day73%
- Once a week or more but not every day15%
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day73%
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Every day73%
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom58%
- Some freedom38%

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Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Every day62%
- Once a week or more but not every day27%
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day76%
- Once a week or more but not every day12%
Written Letters and Memos
- Every day50%
- Once a week or more but not every day38%
- Once a month or more but not every week12%
Conflict Situations
- Every day50%
- Once a week or more but not every day38%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results50%
- Important results38%
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom38%
- Some freedom50%
- Limited freedom12%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Every day58%
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
- Once a month or more but not every week12%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
- Every day62%
- Once a week or more but not every day19%
- Never12%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important38%
- Very important35%
- Important23%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Every day35%
- Once a week or more but not every day42%
- Once a month or more but not every week12%
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Extremely important38%
- Very important31%
- Important23%
Consequence of Error
- Extremely serious46%
- Very serious23%
- Serious19%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day42%
- Once a week or more but not every day35%
- Once a month or more but not every week12%
- Never12%
Time Pressure
- Every day38%
- Once a week or more but not every day27%
- Once a month or more but not every week27%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- More than 40 hours50%
- 40 hours46%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
- Every day38%
- Once a week or more but not every day27%
- Once a month or more but not every week23%
Outdoors, Under Cover
- Every day46%
- Once a week or more but not every day15%
- Once a month or more but not every week19%
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
Physical Proximity
- Very close (near touching)23%
- Moderately close (at arm's length)38%
- Slightly close (e.g., shared office)35%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- Continually or almost continually31%
- More than half the time38%
- About half the time12%
- Less than half the time15%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility35%
- High responsibility27%
- Moderate responsibility12%
- Limited responsibility27%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Extremely important27%
- Very important23%
- Important31%
- Fairly important15%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
- Every day19%
- Once a week or more but not every day35%
- Once a month or more but not every week27%
- Once a year or more but not every month15%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Extremely important23%
- Very important15%
- Important27%
- Fairly important35%
Spend Time Standing
- More than half the time27%
- About half the time38%
- Less than half the time27%
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Every day23%
- Once a week or more but not every day23%
- Once a month or more but not every week15%
- Once a year or more but not every month19%
- Never19%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
- Once a week or more but not every day20%
- Once a month or more but not every week52%
- Once a year or more but not every month20%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Every day15%
- Once a week or more but not every day35%
- Once a year or more but not every month23%
- Never23%
Spend Time Sitting
- More than half the time27%
- About half the time38%
- Less than half the time35%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- Continually or almost continually12%
- About half the time42%
- Less than half the time35%
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- Continually or almost continually12%
- More than half the time19%
- About half the time19%
- Less than half the time38%
- Never12%
Spend Time Walking or Running
- About half the time42%
- Less than half the time42%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility16%
- High responsibility12%
- Moderate responsibility20%
- Limited responsibility40%
- No responsibility12%
Public Speaking
- Every day12%
- Once a month or more but not every week27%
- Once a year or more but not every month46%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Continually or almost continually12%
- About half the time31%
- Less than half the time42%
- Never12%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- More than half the time12%
- About half the time12%
- Less than half the time65%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Once a week or more but not every day12%
- Once a month or more but not every week19%
- Once a year or more but not every month38%
- Never23%
Level of Competition
- Highly competitive12%
- Moderately competitive15%
- Slightly competitive31%
- Not at all competitive35%
Exposed to High Places
- Once a month or more but not every week15%
- Once a year or more but not every month42%
- Never35%
Work Schedules
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)31%
- Regular (established routine, set schedule)69%
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Once a year or more but not every month24%
- Never72%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Less than half the time38%
- Never62%
Degree of Automation
- Moderately automated12%
- Slightly automated12%
- Not at all automated77%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Once a year or more but not every month12%
- Never81%
Exposed to Radiation
- Once a year or more but not every month15%
- Never85%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Fairly important15%
- Not important at all85%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Post-secondary certificate
Associate’s degree or other 2-year degree

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Data base user interface and query software
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Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Geographic information system
Esri ArcGIS, Geographic information system GIS software, Geographic information system GIS systems
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Document management software
Microsoft SharePoint
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
SAP software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office software
Operating system software
Microsoft Windows
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Internet browser software
Web browser software
Process mapping and design software
Microsoft Visio

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

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Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Examine crime scenes to obtain evidence.
Interview people to gather information about criminal activities.
Investigate illegal or suspicious activities.
Maintain operational records.
Write operational reports.
Check physical condition of people or animals.
Issue warnings or citations.
Inform the public about policies, services or procedures.
Provide care for animals.
Use weapons or physical force to maintain security.
Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents.

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Clean facilities or equipment.
Examine personal documentation to ensure that it is valid.
Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with security or safety regulations.
Train personnel to enhance job skills.
Train personnel.

This page incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Based on federal labor and demographic data. Data source & methodology