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Air Traffic ControllersControl air traffic on and within vicinity of airport, and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers, according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to government or company regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety. The median salary for Air Traffic Controllers is $136500
 
Animal Control WorkersHandle animals for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment, or control of abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals. The median salary for Animal Control Workers is $40600
 
Arbitrators, Mediators, and ConciliatorsFacilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved. The median salary for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators is $66000
 
BailiffsMaintain order in courts of law. The median salary for Bailiffs is $50700
 
Construction and Building InspectorsInspect 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. The median salary for Construction and Building Inspectors is $66600
 
Correctional OfficersGuard inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with established regulations and procedures. May guard prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, prison, or other point. Includes deputy sheriffs and police who spend the majority of their time guarding prisoners in correctional institutions. The median salary for Correctional Officers is $51200
 
Detectives and Criminal InvestigatorsConduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes. The median salary for Detectives and Criminal Investigators is $89100
 
Eligibility Interviewers, Government ProgramsDetermine eligibility of persons applying to receive assistance from government programs and agency resources, such as welfare, unemployment benefits, social security, and public housing. The median salary for Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs is $50800
 
Environmental Compliance InspectorsInspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances. The median salary for Environmental Compliance Inspectors is $73900
 
Fire Inspectors and InvestigatorsInspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws, or investigate and gather facts to determine cause of fires and explosions. The median salary for Fire Inspectors and Investigators is $71600
 
FirefightersControl and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster assistance. The median salary for Firefighters is $53300
 
Gaming Surveillance Officers and Gaming InvestigatorsObserve gambling operation for irregular activities such as cheating or theft by either employees or patrons. Investigate potential threats to gambling assets such as money, chips, and gambling equipment. Act as oversight and security agent for management and customers. The median salary for Gaming Surveillance Officers and Gaming Investigators is $37500
 
Government Property Inspectors and InvestigatorsInvestigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations. The median salary for Government Property Inspectors and Investigators is $73900
 
Intelligence AnalystsGather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems. Use intelligence data to anticipate and prevent organized crime activities, such as terrorism. The median salary for Intelligence Analysts is $89100
 
Judicial Law ClerksAssist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents. The median salary for Judicial Law Clerks is $59300
 
Landscaping and Groundskeeping WorkersLandscape 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. The median salary for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers is $36900
 
LawyersRepresent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law. The median salary for Lawyers is $140000
 
Legal SecretariesPerform secretarial duties using legal terminology, procedures, and documents. Prepare legal papers and correspondence, such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas. May also assist with legal research. The median salary for Legal Secretaries is $50300
 
Library TechniciansAssist 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 or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries. The median salary for Library Technicians is $38700
 
ParalegalsAssist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action. The median salary for Paralegals is $61100
 
Parking Enforcement WorkersPatrol assigned area, such as public parking lot or city streets to issue tickets to overtime parking violators and illegally parked vehicles. The median salary for Parking Enforcement Workers is $42900
 
Police and Sheriffs Patrol OfficersMaintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts. Includes police officers working at educational institutions. The median salary for Police and Sheriffs Patrol Officers is $67900
 
Police, Fire, and Ambulance DispatchersOperate telephone, radio, or other communication systems to receive and communicate requests for emergency assistance at 9-1-1 public safety answering points and emergency operations centers. Take information from the public and other sources regarding crimes, threats, disturbances, acts of terrorism, fires, medical emergencies, and other public safety matters. May coordinate and provide information to law enforcement and emergency response personnel. May access sensitive databases and other information sources as needed. May provide additional instructions to callers based on knowledge of and certification in law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical procedures. The median salary for Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers is $48400
 
Postal Service ClerksPerform any combination of tasks in a United States Postal Service (USPS) post office, such as receive letters and parcels; sell postage and revenue stamps, postal cards, and stamped envelopes; fill out and sell money orders; place mail in pigeon holes of mail rack or in bags; and examine mail for correct postage. Includes postal service clerks employed by USPS contractors. The median salary for Postal Service Clerks is $58700
 
Postal Service Mail CarriersSort and deliver mail for the United States Postal Service (USPS). Deliver mail on established route by vehicle or on foot. Includes postal service mail carriers employed by USPS contractors. The median salary for Postal Service Mail Carriers is $56600
 
Postmasters and Mail SuperintendentsPlan, direct, or coordinate operational, administrative, management, and support services of a U.S. post office; or coordinate activities of workers engaged in postal and related work in assigned post office. The median salary for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents is $86400
 
Private Detectives and InvestigatorsGather, analyze, compile, and report information regarding individuals or organizations to clients, or detect occurrences of unlawful acts or infractions of rules in private establishment. The median salary for Private Detectives and Investigators is $53700
 
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment SpecialistsProvide 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. The median salary for Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists is $61800
 
Security GuardsGuard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment. The median salary for Security Guards is $35700
 
Supervisors and Managers of Correctional OfficersDirectly supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers and jailers. The median salary for Supervisors and Managers of Correctional Officers is $65300
 
Supervisors and Managers of Fire Fighting and Prevention WorkersDirectly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control. The median salary for Supervisors and Managers of Fire Fighting and Prevention Workers is $82700
 
Supervisors and Managers of Police and DetectivesDirectly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force. The median salary for Supervisors and Managers of Police and Detectives is $99300
 
Traffic TechniciansConduct field studies to determine traffic volume, speed, effectiveness of signals, adequacy of lighting, and other factors influencing traffic conditions, under direction of traffic engineer. The median salary for Traffic Technicians is $51700
 
Transit and Railroad PoliceProtect and police railroad and transit property, employees, or passengers. The median salary for Transit and Railroad Police is $71500
 
Transportation PlannersPrepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations. The median salary for Transportation Planners is $91600
 
Transportation Security ScreenersConduct screening of passengers, baggage, or cargo to ensure compliance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations. May operate basic security equipment such as x-ray machines and hand wands at screening checkpoints. The median salary for Transportation Security Screeners is $49200
 
Urban and Regional PlannersDevelop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas. The median salary for Urban and Regional Planners is $82100
 

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