[Core] [77% incumbents] Determine existence and amount of liability according to current laws, administrative and judicial precedents, and available evidence.
  DWAs: Make decisions in legal cases.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Authorize payment of valid claims and determine method of payment.
  DWAs: Authorize payments to settle legal disputes. | Make decisions in legal cases.

[Core] [77% incumbents] Conduct hearings to review and decide claims regarding issues, such as social program eligibility, environmental protection, or enforcement of health and safety regulations.
  DWAs: Conduct hearings to investigate legal issues.

[Supplemental] [77% incumbents] Conduct studies of appeals procedures in field agencies to ensure adherence to legal requirements and to facilitate determination of cases.
  DWAs: Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making.

[Core] [76% incumbents] Research and analyze laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to prepare for hearings and to determine conclusions.
  DWAs: Evaluate information related to legal matters in public or personal records. | Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making. | Identify implications for cases from legal precedents or other legal information.

[Supplemental] [76% incumbents] Schedule hearings.
  DWAs: Coordinate legal schedules or activities.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Monitor and direct the activities of trials and hearings to ensure that they are conducted fairly and that courts administer justice while safeguarding the legal rights of all involved parties.
  DWAs: Direct courtroom activities or procedures.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Prepare written opinions and decisions.
  DWAs: Prepare written decisions for legal proceedings.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Review and evaluate data on documents, such as claim applications, birth or death certificates, or physician or employer records.
  DWAs: Evaluate information related to legal matters in public or personal records. | Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements according to laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions.
  DWAs: Provide legal advice to clients.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Explain to claimants how they can appeal rulings that go against them.
  DWAs: Provide legal advice to clients.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Confer with individuals or organizations involved in cases to obtain relevant information.
  DWAs: Interview claimants to get information related to legal proceedings.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Issue subpoenas and administer oaths in preparation for formal hearings.
  DWAs: Prepare legal documents. | Administer oaths to court participants.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Rule on exceptions, motions, and admissibility of evidence.
  DWAs: Rule on admissibility of legal proceedings.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:4.25 lvl:5.50) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.25 lvl:5.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Law and Government (imp:4.84 lvl:4.94) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  English Language (imp:4.12 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.87 lvl:4.36) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Administrative (imp:3.43 lvl:4.19) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.32 lvl:2.62) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Administration and Management (imp:3.27 lvl:3.40) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.75 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Mathematics (imp:2.68 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.57 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.83) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:2.47 lvl:2.51) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.44 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Education and Training (imp:2.39 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Communications and Media (imp:2.20 lvl:2.12) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Transportation (imp:1.90 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.74 lvl:1.34) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.72) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.71 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Telecommunications (imp:1.67 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Production and Processing (imp:1.61 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.60 lvl:1.35) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Mechanical (imp:1.46 lvl:0.47) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Building and Construction (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.32 lvl:0.46) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Geography (imp:1.27 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  History and Archeology (imp:1.21) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Chemistry (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Design (imp:1.12) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Physics (imp:1.01) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:5.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.25 lvl:4.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Written Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.88 lvl:4.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:4.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Visualization (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Response Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Static Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Stamina (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Depth Perception (imp:1.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.60 lvl:5.55) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Getting Information (imp:4.57 lvl:5.20) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.43 lvl:5.24) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.28 lvl:5.28) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Processing Information (imp:4.20 lvl:4.80) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.11 lvl:4.90) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.94 lvl:5.23) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.92 lvl:4.05) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.82 lvl:4.43) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.80 lvl:4.23) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.78 lvl:4.98) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.78 lvl:4.22) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.76 lvl:4.72) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.75 lvl:4.37) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.72 lvl:3.79) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.72 lvl:4.00) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:3.44 lvl:2.79) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.37 lvl:4.19) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.08 lvl:3.47) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.08 lvl:3.34) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.41 lvl:2.36) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.36 lvl:2.37) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.33 lvl:2.12) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.23 lvl:1.86) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.22 lvl:1.74) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.12 lvl:2.10) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.11 lvl:1.97) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.05 lvl:1.99) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.02 lvl:1.76) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.96 lvl:1.76) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:1.75 lvl:1.13) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.73 lvl:1.25) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.64 lvl:0.96) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.60 lvl:0.92) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:1.45) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.45 lvl:0.78) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.42) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.42) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.31) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:1.30) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.29) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Control (imp:3.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.70) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Self-Control (imp:2.59) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cautiousness (imp:2.39) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Leadership Orientation (imp:2.10) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.08) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.01) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.95) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Sincerity (imp:1.44) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.29) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.00) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Social Orientation (imp:0.99) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.79) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:0.73) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.71) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Humility (imp:0.45) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.20) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.50) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Negotiation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Instructing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 16,370
  annual_median    : $117,860
  annual_pct10     : $61,110
  annual_pct25     : $81,140
  annual_pct75     : $159,680
  annual_pct90     : $207,480
  annual_mean      : $125,990
  hourly_median    : $56.67

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($181,060)
  lowest_state     : Delaware ($56,830)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.186x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (42 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   16,250  median: $ 117,860

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (1 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   16,250  median: $ 117,860

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Administrative law judge (similarity: 0.5647)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Administrative_law_judge
  QID: Q4683585
  Extract: An administrative law judge (ALJ) in the United States is a judge and trier of fact who both presides over trials and adjudicates claims or disputes involving administrative law—that is, involving administrative units of the executive branch of government. ALJs can administer oaths, take testimony, 

  Title: Adjudicator (similarity: 0.3056)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adjudicator
  QID: Q2234405
  Extract: An adjudicator is someone who presides, judges, and arbitrates during a formal dispute or competition. They have numerous purposes, including preliminary legal judgments, to determine applicant eligibility, or to assess contenders' performance in competitions.

  Title: United States administrative law (similarity: 0.3871)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_administrative_law
  QID: Q3039568
  Extract: United States administrative law encompasses statutes, regulations, judicial precedents, and executive orders that together form a body of law defining the powers and responsibilities held by administrative agencies of the United States government, including executive departments and independent age

  Title: Deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia (similarity: 0.2500)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deportation_of_Kilmar_Abrego_Garcia
  QID: Q133798584
  Extract: Kilmar Armando Ábrego García, a Salvadoran man living in the United States, was illegally deported on March 15, 2025, by the U.S. government under the Trump administration, which called it "an administrative error". His case became the most prominent of the hundreds of migrants the U.S. sent to be j

  Title: Supreme Court of Nepal (similarity: 0.2169)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supreme_Court_of_Nepal
  QID: Q7644951
  Extract: The Supreme Court of Nepal is the highest court in Nepal. It is designated as the court of record by the Constitution of Nepal. It has appellate jurisdiction over decisions of the seven High Courts and extraordinary original jurisdiction. The court consists of twenty judges and a chief justice.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence based on detailed O*NET data with specific task descriptions, comprehensive skill and knowledge profiles, and clear wage/employment statistics from BLS OEWS May 2025.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T16:42:38.658058+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,609
tokens_output        : 4,133
cost_usd             : $0.044806
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : The closest Wikipedia match is 'Administrative law judge' with 0.565 similarity, which describes judges who preside over administrative proceedings and make decisions on regulatory and government program matters. This aligns well with the O*NET occupation's focus on conducting hearings and making decisions on government-related claims.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers conduct formal hearings and make decisions on claims involving government programs, regulatory compliance, and administrative disputes. They evaluate evidence, apply relevant laws and regulations, and issue written decisions that determine liability, sanctions, penalties, or claim settlements. These quasi-judicial officers serve as the primary decision-makers in administrative proceedings outside traditional courtroom settings.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves reviewing case files, researching applicable laws and precedents, and conducting formal hearings where parties present evidence and testimony. They evaluate documents such as claim applications, medical records, and compliance reports to determine adherence to legal requirements. During hearings, they actively listen to testimony, ask clarifying questions, and ensure proceedings follow proper administrative procedures. After hearings, they analyze gathered information, apply relevant legal standards, and prepare detailed written decisions that explain their reasoning and conclusions. They also schedule upcoming hearings and may conduct studies of appeals procedures to ensure legal compliance.

WHO THRIVES:
This role attracts individuals with exceptional analytical abilities and strong communication skills who can process complex legal information and make sound decisions under pressure. Successful practitioners demonstrate high dependability and attention to detail, as their decisions significantly impact individuals' lives and regulatory compliance. They possess intellectual curiosity and enjoy researching legal precedents while maintaining the integrity necessary for quasi-judicial responsibilities. The work appeals to those who prefer structured environments with clear legal frameworks rather than adversarial advocacy roles.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires extensive preparation with 37.3% holding doctoral degrees, 19.9% bachelor's degrees, and 13.8% holding first professional degrees according to O*NET education data. Many positions require law degrees and significant experience in administrative law, regulatory compliance, or related legal fields. Prior experience as attorneys, regulatory specialists, or legal analysts in government agencies provides valuable background. Some positions may accept advanced degrees in relevant fields combined with specialized training in administrative procedures.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
This role often represents a senior-level position in administrative law careers, with advancement typically leading to chief administrative judge positions, appellate review boards, or senior regulatory leadership roles. Experience gained here transfers well to judicial positions, general counsel roles in government agencies, or specialized legal consulting in regulatory matters. The deep expertise in administrative procedure and regulatory decision-making creates opportunities in both public and private sector compliance leadership.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, the field employs 16,370 professionals with a median annual salary of $117,860, ranging from $61,110 to $207,480. Geographic variation is significant, with the District of Columbia offering the highest wages at $181,060 compared to Delaware at $56,830, representing a 3.19x ratio. Employment is heavily concentrated in government sectors, with 16,250 positions in federal, state, and local government agencies excluding schools and postal services. The specialized nature and extensive educational requirements create relatively stable demand with limited competition.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role shows moderate resilience to automation due to its reliance on complex legal reasoning, contextual judgment, and human interaction during hearings. While technology may streamline case management and research processes, the core functions of evaluating testimony, applying legal precedents to unique circumstances, and conducting fair hearings require human judgment that current AI cannot replicate reliably.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates (23-1023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles conduct formal hearings, make legal decisions, and prepare written opinions based on evidence and legal precedent.
    data: Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.6)
    data: Conduct hearings
    data: Prepare written opinions
  [skill_overlap] Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators (23-1022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on Active Listening (imp:4.2), Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.9), and dispute resolution skills.
    data: Active Listening (imp:4.2, lvl:5.5)
    data: Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.9)
  [knowledge_overlap] Lawyers (23-1011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both require extensive Law and Government knowledge (imp:4.8) and strong legal research and analytical capabilities.
    data: Law and Government (imp:4.8, lvl:4.9)
    data: Research and analyze laws, regulations, policies
  [career_pathway] Judicial Law Clerks (23-1012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Law clerk experience provides foundational skills in legal research and written decision preparation that advance to administrative judging roles.
    data: Research relevant legal materials
    data: Prepare written opinions and decisions
  [task_similarity] Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators (13-1031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve evaluating claims, determining liability, and authorizing payment of valid claims according to established criteria.
    data: Authorize payment of valid claims
    data: Determine existence and amount of liability

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['administrative judge', 'administrative law judge', 'hearing officer', 'adjudicator', 'appeals officer', 'hearing examiner', 'administrative hearings', 'quasi-judicial']
  exclude_keywords : ['trial judge', 'criminal court', 'civil litigation', 'prosecutor', 'defense attorney']
  title_patterns   : ['Administrative Law Judge', 'Hearing Officer', 'Appeals Officer', 'Adjudicator', 'Administrative Judge']
  common_variations: ['ALJ', 'administrative hearing officer', 'appeals examiner', 'claims adjudicator', 'disability hearing officer', 'child support hearing officer', 'appeals referee', 'appellate conferee']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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others                     38  0.01366  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
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administrative             26  0.00935  inference            inference:42%  wikipedia:38%  onet_dimensions:15%
equipment                  23  0.00827  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
decisions                  17  0.00611  inference            inference:41%  onet_tasks:18%  onet_dimensions:18%
principles                 16  0.00575  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hearings                   14  0.00503  inference            inference:57%  onet_tasks:36%  dwas:7%
procedures                 14  0.00503  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  inference:21%  onet_tasks:7%
activities                 14  0.00503  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:14%  wikipedia:14%
government                 14  0.00503  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:29%  onet_dimensions:21%
law                        13  0.00467  wikipedia            wikipedia:54%  inference:38%  onet_dimensions:8%
includes                   13  0.00467  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
materials                  13  0.00467  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  dwas:23%
control                    12  0.00431  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00431  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       12  0.00431  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  wikipedia:17%
relevant                   11  0.00395  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  dwas:27%  inference:27%
ideas                      11  0.00395  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
written                    10  0.00360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
techniques                 10  0.00360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                  10  0.00360  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  wikipedia:10%
agencies                    9  0.00324  wikipedia            wikipedia:56%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
human                       9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00324  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
laws                        8  0.00288  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:38%  inference:25%
needs                       8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  wikipedia:12%
rules                       8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
personal                    8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  dwas:25%
management                  8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 8  0.00288  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%