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Tax Preparers

Finance $27.35 High school diploma or equivalent 4%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.

Teachers and Instructors, All Other

Education & Training $29.82 Bachelor's degree 20%  projected growth 170  annual job openings

All teachers and instructors not listed separately.

Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary

Education & Training $16.50 Bachelor's degree 33%  projected growth 0  annual job openings

Assist faculty or other instructional staff in postsecondary institutions by performing instructional support activities, such as developing teaching materials, leading discussion groups, preparing and giving examinations, and grading examinations or papers.

Technical Writers

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $38.41 Bachelor's degree 17%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

Transportation Security Screeners

Government & Public Administration $25.63 High school diploma or equivalent 13%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Conduct 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.

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics $39.74 High school diploma or equivalent 10%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations. Includes logistics managers.

Urban and Regional Planners

Government & Public Administration $30.68 Master's degree 7%  projected growth 10  annual job openings

Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

Health Science $15.14 High school diploma or equivalent 13%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.

Waiters and Waitresses

Hospitality & Tourism $16.94 No formal educational credential 39%  projected growth 860  annual job openings

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment.

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $27.01 High school diploma or equivalent 3%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or wastewater.