Description
Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams.
Interests
- Investigative
- Conventional
Work Values
- Independence
- Achievement
- Recognition
Work Styles
- Attention to Detail
- Integrity
- Analytical Thinking
- Dependability
- Cooperation
Tasks
- Review, classify, and record survey data in preparation for computer analysis.
- Monitor and evaluate survey progress and performance, using sample disposition reports and response rate calculations.
- Produce documentation of the questionnaire development process, data collection methods, sampling designs, and decisions related to sample statistical weighting.
- Prepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results.
- Determine and specify details of survey projects, including sources of information, procedures to be used, and the design of survey instruments and materials.
Work Activities
- Working with Computers
- Analyzing Data or Information
- Getting Information
- Processing Information
- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Detailed Work Activities
- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software
- Presentation software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Object or component oriented development software
- Project management software
Abilities
- Inductive Reasoning
- Written Comprehension
- Written Expression
- Deductive Reasoning
- Mathematical Reasoning
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Writing
Knowledge
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Customer and Personal Service
- Administration and Management
- Computers and Electronics
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Certified Forensic InterviewerCertifying Organization
Certified Forensic Interviewer
Type
Core
Certificate name
Insights Professional CertificationCertifying Organization
Insights Association
Type
Advanced
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $55,736 |
| Median (50%) | $86,991 |
| High (90%) | $107,202 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $88,780 |
| Mid Level | $76,406 |
| Senior Level | $92,146 |
| Expert Level | N/A |
Employability
There are currently 9,700 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 9,700 positions, reflecting a projected growth of -0%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of -0%
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