Legislators
Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, state, or federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.
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Job Zone
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
Technology Skills
Word processing software
Video conferencing software
Desktop publishing software
Data base user interface and query software
Spreadsheet software
Electronic mail software
Document management software
Office suite software
Access software
Development environment software
Communications server software
Music or sound editing software
Internet browser software
Presentation software
Map creation software
Calendar and scheduling software
Tools and Equipment
Laser printers
Notebook computer
Tablet computer
Detailed Work Activities
- Maintain knowledge of current developments in area of expertise.
- Represent the organization in external relations.
- Conduct hearings to investigate legal issues.
- Present information to the public.
- Support the professional development of others.
- Analyze data to inform operational decisions or activities.
- Analyze impact of legal or regulatory changes.
- Approve expenditures.
- Collect data about customer needs.
- Compile data or documentation.
- Confer with organizational members to accomplish work activities.
- Coordinate operational activities with external stakeholders.
- Develop marketing plans or strategies.
- Draft legislation or regulations.
- Establish interpersonal business relationships to facilitate work activities.
- Evaluate program effectiveness.
- Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs.
- Hire personnel.
- Implement design or process improvements.
- Implement organizational process or policy changes.
- Manage outreach activities.
- Prepare proposals or grant applications to obtain project funding.
- Promote products, services, or programs.
- Recommend organizational process or policy changes.
- Resolve customer complaints or problems.
- Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
- Supervise employees.
Work Styles
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Work Values
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.
Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.
Reference
This page includes information from the O*NET Career Exploration Tools by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the O*NET Tools Developer License. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Beesla has modified all or some of this information. USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.