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Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $32.18 Bachelor's degree 12%  projected growth 90  annual job openings

Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data.

Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers

Architecture & Construction $21.57 No formal educational credential 8%  projected growth 500  annual job openings

Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools. Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints.

Chefs and Head Cooks

Hospitality & Tourism $27.08 High school diploma or equivalent 29%  projected growth 440  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.

Chemical Engineers

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $47.36 Bachelor's degree 16%  projected growth 80  annual job openings

Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering.

Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

Manufacturing $23.53 High school diploma or equivalent 1%  projected growth 270  annual job openings

Operate or tend equipment to control chemical changes or reactions in the processing of industrial or consumer products. Equipment used includes devulcanizers, steam-jacketed kettles, and reactor vessels.

Chemical Plant and System Operators

Manufacturing $31.67 High school diploma or equivalent 5%  projected growth 80  annual job openings

Control or operate entire chemical processes or system of machines.

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $41.72 Doctoral or professional degree 8%  projected growth 100  annual job openings

Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include providing instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Chemists

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $36.24 Bachelor's degree 12%  projected growth 480  annual job openings

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Child, Family, and School Social Workers

Human Services $23.32 Bachelor's degree 14%  projected growth 1,390  annual job openings

Provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of children and their families and to maximize the family well-being and the academic functioning of children. May assist parents, arrange adoptions, and find foster homes for abandoned or abused children. In schools, they address such problems as teenage pregnancy, misbehavior, and truancy. May also advise teachers.

Chiropractors

Health Science $38.21 Doctoral or professional degree 14%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of spine and musculoskeletal system. May provide spinal adjustment or address sacral or pelvic misalignment.