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Government & Public Administration
listed below are 25 careers you might consider in the government & public administration cluster. These are not all the career options in the cluster—they are just a sampling showing the variety of occupations available to you at different education levels.
Turn to the “online Info” on the inside back cover to research all career options in the cluster of your choice and decide on the ones that best fit your talents and ambitions. Here’s an explanation of the kind of information presented in each column.
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SoC: stands for standard GRoWtH: This is the oPENINGS: This is the projected WAGES: This is the amount
occupational code, which projected annual growth number of job openings for the career the average person in the
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organizations like the u.s. in Texas for the career in Texas each year. even though a career earns in Texas per
department of labor use to between 2002 and 2012. career may be fast growing, there year. naturally, entry-level
categorize career information. fast-growing occupations may not be a lot of positions available. wages are lower than the
sometimes you can find data on may offer greater career careers with more openings will give average, and those for workers
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a career faster by searching for opportunities for young an entry-level worker a better chance with years of experience are
its soc. adults. of getting a job and greater job security. generally higher.
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SoC occupation Growth openings Wages Education Education Levels Job Description
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19-3051 Urban and regional Planner 18.2% 55 $47,142 master’s degree develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of local jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
19-3011 Economist 25.0% 45 $80,939 master’s degree
conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to aid in solution of economic problems arising from production and distribution of goods and services.
may collect and process economic and statistical data using econometric and sampling techniques.
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21-1011 Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorders Counselor 21.3% 135 $28,394 master’s degree
counsel and advise individuals with alcohol, tobacco, drug, or other problems, such as gambling and eating disorders. may counsel individuals, families, or groups or
engage in prevention programs.
11-1031 Legislator 9.3% 50 $15,442 bachelor’s plus experience develop laws and statutes at the federal, state, or local level.
23-1023 Judge, magistrate Judge, and magistrate 17.0% 80 $65,355 bachelor’s plus experience
arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. may sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes. may determine
liability of defendant in civil cases. may issue marriage licenses and perform wedding ceremonies.
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23-1022 Arbitrator, mediator, and Conciliator 25.0% 10 $41,664 bachelor’s plus experience facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. resolve conflicts outside the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
23-1021 Administrative Law Judge and Hearing Officer 7.1% 15 $72,585 bachelor’s plus experience
conduct hearings to decide or recommend decisions on claims concerning government programs or other government-related matters, and prepare decisions.
determine penalties or the existence and the amount of liability, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements.
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11-3011 Administrative Services manager 20.5% 1,035 $65,345 bachelor’s plus experience
plan, direct, or coordinate supportive services of an organization, such as recordkeeping, mail distribution, telephone operator/receptionist, and other office support
services. may oversee facilities planning and maintenance and custodial operations.
21-1022 medical and Public Health Social Worker 32.8% 305 $39,924 bachelor’s degree
provide persons, families, or vulnerable populations with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses, such as alzheimer’s disease,
cancer, or aIds. services include advising family caregivers, providing patient education and counseling, and making necessary referrals for other social services.
o 11-9151 Social and Community Services manager 27.3% 375 $42,847 bachelor’s degree
plan, organize, or coordinate the activities of a social services program or community outreach organization. oversee the program or organization’s budget and policies
regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
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13-2081 tax Examiner, Collector, and revenue Agent 7.5% 120 $50,925 bachelor’s degree determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.
17-3022 Civil Engineering technician 11.4% 380 $35,242 associate degree
apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of
engineering staff or physical scientists.
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13-1061 Emergency management Specialist 30.0% 25 $44,352 work experience in a related occupation
coordinate disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g.,
hurricanes, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies, hazardous materials spills) disasters or hostage situations.
45-2011 Agricultural inspector 8.0% 40 $30,788 work experience in a related occupation
Inspect agricultural commodities, processing equipment, and facilities, and fish and logging operations, to ensure compliance with regulations and laws governing
health, quality, and safety.
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47-4011 Construction and Building inspector 16.4% 225 $41,256 work experience in a related occupation
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations.
Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.
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13-1041
Compliance Officer, except Agriculture, Construction,
Health and Safety
11.2% 435 $49,247 long-term on-the-job training
examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and other compliance
and enforcement inspection activities not classified elsewhere.
33-3031 Fish and Game Warden 16.7% 15 $42,327 long-term on-the-job training patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. compile biological data.
47-4041 Hazardous materials removal Worker 35.2% 165 $56,898 long-term on-the-job training
Identify, remove, pack, transport, or dispose of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead-based paint, waste oil, fuel, transmission fluid, radioactive materials, and
contaminated soil.
51-8031 Water & Liquid Waste treatment System Operator 22.6% 380 $28,556 long-term on-the-job training operate or control an entire process or system of machines, often through the use of control boards, to transfer or treat water or liquid waste.
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33-9011 Animal Control Worker 20.8% 110 $25,281 moderate-term on-the-job training Handle animals for the purpose of investigations of mistreatment; control abandoned, dangerous, or unattended animals.
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Commission (tWC)
53-3021 Bus Driver, transit 10.8% 515 $28,199 moderate-term on-the-job training drive bus or motor coach on regular route. may assist passengers with baggage. may collect fares or tickets.
note: This chart is a sampling
of careers in the cluster,
not recommendations from
47-4051 Highway maintenance Worker 18.1% 170 $23,936 moderate-term on-the-job training
maintain highways, municipal and rural roads, airport runways, and rights-of-way. duties include patching broken or eroded pavement and repairing guardrails,
highway markers, and snow fences. may also mow or clear brush from along road or plow snow from roadway.
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or organization. always do
thorough research and consult
perform clerical duties in courts of law, municipalities, and governmental licensing agencies and bureaus. may prepare docket of cases to be called; secure
with your parents/guardians
43-4031 Court, municipal, and License Clerk 21.4% 285 $25,111 short-term on-the-job training information for judges and court; prepare draft agendas or bylaws for town or city council; answer official correspondence; keep fiscal records and accounts; issue
before making a career choice.
licenses or permits; and record data, administer tests, or collect fees.
43-5052 Postal Service mail Carrier 3.6% 780 $43,223 short-term on-the-job training sort mail for delivery. deliver mail on established route by vehicle or on foot.
53-7081 refuse and recyclable material Collector 13.3% 220 $24,746 short-term on-the-job training collect and dump refuse or recyclable materials from containers into truck. may drive truck.
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