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Administrative Services Managers

Business Management & Administration $26.74 Bachelor's degree 29%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $40.76 Bachelor's degree 33%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $23.72 High school diploma or equivalent 43%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.

Bus Drivers, School

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $16.44 High school diploma or equivalent 35%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

Business Management & Administration $38.15 Bachelor's degree 36%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Butchers and Meat Cutters

Manufacturing $16.15 No formal educational credential 21%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Cut, trim, or prepare consumer-sized portions of meat for use or sale in retail establishments.

Chefs and Head Cooks

Hospitality & Tourism $17.74 High school diploma or equivalent 96%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Civil Engineers

Architecture & Construction $29.51 Bachelor's degree 16%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures and facilities, such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, harbors, channels, dams, irrigation projects, pipelines, power plants, and water and sewage systems.

Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators

Finance $21.64 High school diploma or equivalent 11%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Review settled claims to determine that payments and settlements are made in accordance with company practices and procedures. Confer with legal counsel on claims requiring litigation. May also settle insurance claims.

Construction Managers

Architecture & Construction $39.34 Bachelor's degree 8%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.