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Computer Systems Analysts

Information Technology $27.67 Bachelor's degree 13%  projected growth 120  annual job openings

Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Construction Managers

Architecture & Construction $30.80 Bachelor's degree 24%  projected growth 160  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.

Cost Estimators

Architecture & Construction $19.01 Bachelor's degree 11%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.

Counselors, All Other

Human Services $15.09 Master's degree 13%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

All counselors not listed separately.

Credit Counselors

Human Services $18.62 Bachelor's degree 13%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Advise and educate individuals or organizations on acquiring and managing debt. May provide guidance in determining the best type of loan and explain loan requirements or restrictions. May help develop debt management plans or student financial aid packages. May advise on credit issues, or provide budget, mortgage, bankruptcy, or student financial aid counseling.

Database Administrators

Information Technology $24.71 Bachelor's degree 12%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. Identify, investigate, and resolve database performance issues, database capacity, and database scalability. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.

Database Architects

Information Technology $32.73 Bachelor's degree 12%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

Dietitians and Nutritionists

Health Science $18.65 Bachelor's degree 10%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. May supervise activities of a department providing quantity food services, counsel individuals, or conduct nutritional research.

Editors

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $19.11 Bachelor's degree 15%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Plan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.

Education Administrators, All Other

Education & Training $38.38 Bachelor's degree 3%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

All education administrators not listed separately.