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Economists

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $68.78 Master's degree 8%  projected growth 500  annual job openings

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

Education Administrators, All Other

Education & Training $58.20 Bachelor's degree 8%  projected growth 90  annual job openings

All education administrators not listed separately.

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary

Education & Training $58.84 Master's degree 17%  projected growth 120  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Education & Training $49.11 Master's degree 10%  projected growth 130  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare

Education & Training $38.71 Bachelor's degree 7%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate academic or nonacademic activities of preschools or childcare centers and programs, including before- and after-school care.

Education Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $38.77 Doctoral or professional degree 9%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors

Education & Training $29.97 Master's degree 19%  projected growth 160  annual job openings

Advise and assist students and provide educational and vocational guidance services.

Electrical Engineers

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $60.55 Bachelor's degree 6%  projected growth 50  annual job openings

Research, design, develop, test, or supervise the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, or systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.

Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

Architecture & Construction $29.96 High school diploma or equivalent 9%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Install or repair cables or wires used in electrical power or distribution systems. May erect poles and light or heavy duty transmission towers.

Electricians

Architecture & Construction $46.57 High school diploma or equivalent 11%  projected growth 170  annual job openings

Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.