[Core] [63% incumbents] Sentence defendants in criminal cases, on conviction by jury, according to applicable government statutes.
  DWAs: Make decisions in legal cases.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Monitor proceedings to ensure that all applicable rules and procedures are followed.
  DWAs: Direct courtroom activities or procedures.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Instruct juries on applicable laws, direct juries to deduce the facts from the evidence presented, and hear their verdicts.
  DWAs: Direct courtroom activities or procedures.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Write decisions on cases.
  DWAs: Prepare written decisions for legal proceedings.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Read documents on pleadings and motions to ascertain facts and issues.
  DWAs: Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making. | Identify implications for cases from legal precedents or other legal information.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Rule on admissibility of evidence and methods of conducting testimony.
  DWAs: Rule on admissibility of legal proceedings.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Preside over hearings and listen to allegations made by plaintiffs to determine whether the evidence supports the charges.
  DWAs: Conduct hearings to investigate legal issues.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Award compensation for damages to litigants in civil cases in relation to findings by juries or by the court.
  DWAs: Authorize payments to settle legal disputes.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Advise attorneys, juries, litigants, and court personnel regarding conduct, issues, and proceedings.
  DWAs: Direct courtroom activities or procedures.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Interpret and enforce rules of procedure or establish new rules in situations where there are no procedures already established by law.
  DWAs: Direct courtroom activities or procedures.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Issue arrest warrants.
  DWAs: Serve court ordered documents.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Settle disputes between opposing attorneys.
  DWAs: Arbitrate disputes between parties to resolve legal conflicts.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Impose restrictions upon parties in civil cases until trials can be held.
  DWAs: Make decisions in legal cases.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Rule on custody and access disputes, and enforce court orders regarding custody and support of children.
  DWAs: Make decisions in legal cases.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Grant divorces and divide assets between spouses.
  DWAs: Authorize payments to settle legal disputes. | Make decisions in legal cases.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Provide information regarding the judicial system or other legal issues through the media and public speeches.
  DWAs: Inform the public about policies, services or procedures.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Perform wedding ceremonies.
  DWAs: Administer oaths to court participants.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Research legal issues and write opinions on the issues.
  DWAs: Research relevant legal materials to aid decision making. | Prepare written decisions for legal proceedings.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Supervise other judges, court officers, and the court's administrative staff.
  DWAs: Supervise activities of other legal personnel.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Conduct preliminary hearings to decide issues, such as whether there is reasonable and probable cause to hold defendants in felony cases.
  DWAs: Conduct hearings to investigate legal issues.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Participate in judicial tribunals to help resolve disputes.
  DWAs: Arbitrate disputes between parties to resolve legal conflicts.

[EMERGING:Revision] Issue search or arrest warrants.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:5.00 lvl:5.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.88 lvl:5.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.62) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Law and Government (imp:4.90 lvl:6.16) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  English Language (imp:4.51 lvl:5.36) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:3.60 lvl:4.70) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Psychology (imp:3.36 lvl:4.53) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.25 lvl:4.19) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.10 lvl:3.24) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.78 lvl:3.17) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.68 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.59 lvl:3.73) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.45 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.45 lvl:2.76) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Education and Training (imp:2.25 lvl:2.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:2.15 lvl:1.99) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Mathematics (imp:2.10 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.97 lvl:1.38) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Telecommunications (imp:1.86 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Foreign Language (imp:1.62 lvl:1.22) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Geography (imp:1.58 lvl:0.94) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.57 lvl:0.89) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.55 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.55 lvl:1.37) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Transportation (imp:1.48) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Chemistry (imp:1.36 lvl:0.54) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Biology (imp:1.36 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Building and Construction (imp:1.28) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Physics (imp:1.26 lvl:0.57) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Mechanical (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.17) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Production and Processing (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.06) — 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
  Design (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.62 lvl:5.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.62 lvl:5.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.38 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:4.25 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.25 lvl:5.00) — 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
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.12 lvl:4.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  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
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Speech Recognition (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Far Vision (imp:2.38 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Response Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  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 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:4.91 lvl:6.68) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Getting Information (imp:4.79 lvl:6.05) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.64 lvl:5.74) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.51 lvl:6.17) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Processing Information (imp:4.42 lvl:5.26) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.19 lvl:5.48) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:4.15 lvl:5.51) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.10 lvl:5.27) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.98 lvl:4.25) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.86 lvl:4.98) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.84 lvl:4.53) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.83 lvl:4.20) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.57 lvl:4.96) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Working with Computers (imp:3.55 lvl:3.67) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.53 lvl:4.34) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.53 lvl:4.23) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.52 lvl:4.79) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.49 lvl:4.55) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.43 lvl:4.34) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.12 lvl:3.61) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.06 lvl:3.56) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.76 lvl:3.36) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.70 lvl:3.19) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.67 lvl:3.06) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.67 lvl:2.61) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.55 lvl:3.05) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.46) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.30 lvl:2.17) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.25 lvl:2.44) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.15 lvl:2.82) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.95 lvl:1.56) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.84 lvl:1.74) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.82 lvl:1.66) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:1.68 lvl:1.25) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.61 lvl:1.25) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.47 lvl:0.94) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.38 lvl:0.56) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:1.29) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.27) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.17) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.08) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Control (imp:4.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:3.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.91) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.63) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Leadership Orientation (imp:2.40) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.33) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cautiousness (imp:2.28) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.21) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.16) — 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.
  Perseverance (imp:1.97) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.74) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Sincerity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Social Orientation (imp:1.27) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.10) — 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 
  Empathy (imp:0.67) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Initiative (imp:0.65) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Cooperation (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Humility (imp:0.50) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.44) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Optimism (imp:0.32) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation (imp:0.13) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  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.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Time Management (imp:3.38 lvl:4.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Negotiation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  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.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 24,030
  annual_median    : $153,990
  annual_pct10     : $46,950
  annual_pct25     : $85,710
  annual_pct75     : $194,950
  annual_pct90     : $221,710
  annual_mean      : $143,830
  hourly_median    : $74.03

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Rhode Island ($239,760)
  lowest_state     : Mississippi ($49,960)
  dispersion_ratio : 4.799x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (41 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   24,030  median: $ 153,990

--- 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:   24,030  median: $ 153,990

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  Extract: In United States federal courts, magistrate judges are judges appointed to assist U.S. district court judges in the performance of their duties. Magistrate judges generally oversee the first appearances of criminal defendants in federal court, set bail, and conduct other administrative duties. The p

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  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magistrate
  QID: Q4594605
  Extract: The term magistrate is used in a variety of systems of governments and laws to refer to a civilian officer who administers the law. In ancient Rome, a magistratus was one of the highest ranking government officers, and possessed both judicial and executive powers. In other parts of the world, such a

  Title: Chief Metropolitan Stipendiary Magistrate (similarity: 0.2892)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chief_Metropolitan_Stipendiary_Magistrate
  QID: Q112150953
  Extract: The Chief Metropolitan Stipendiary Magistrate, known as Chief Metropolitan Police Magistrate until 1949, and also known as the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate and Chief Magistrate of the Police Courts of the Metropolis, was a senior British magistrate based in London. The most senior metropolitan stip

  Title: Examining magistrate (similarity: 0.3871)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Examining_magistrate
  QID: Q568997
  Extract: 
An examining magistrate is a judge in an inquisitorial system of law who carries out pre-trial investigations into allegations of crime and in some cases makes a recommendation for prosecution. Also known as an investigating magistrate, inquisitorial magistrate, or investigating judge, the exact ro

  Title: Roman magistrate (similarity: 0.3793)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_magistrate
  QID: Q20778343
  Extract: The Roman magistrates were elected officials in ancient Rome. During the period of the Roman Kingdom, the King of Rome was the principal executive magistrate. His power, in practice, was absolute. He was the chief priest, lawgiver, judge, and the sole commander of the army. When the king died, his p

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data covering tasks, skills, knowledge, and work activities. BLS wage data provides robust market intelligence. Role definition is well-established in legal system.
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wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with closest semantic match being 'United States magistrate judge' focusing specifically on federal magistrate positions rather than the broader judicial role.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates are judicial officers who arbitrate, adjudicate, and administer justice in courts of law. They preside over legal proceedings, make binding decisions on cases, and ensure court procedures are followed. These legal professionals have the authority to sentence defendants in criminal cases, determine liability in civil matters, and in some cases perform ceremonial duties like wedding ceremonies.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A judge begins their day reviewing case files, pleadings, and motions to understand the facts and legal issues at hand. They preside over courtroom proceedings, ruling on evidence admissibility and directing testimony procedures while maintaining order. During hearings, they listen to arguments from attorneys, evaluate compliance with legal standards, and make critical decisions that affect people's lives. They spend significant time writing detailed legal decisions and opinions that explain their rulings. The role requires constant monitoring of proceedings to ensure all applicable rules are followed and advising court personnel on proper conduct and procedures.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate exceptional dependability and attention to detail, as their decisions have profound consequences. They possess strong deductive and inductive reasoning abilities, enabling them to analyze complex legal arguments and evidence systematically. Successful judges exhibit high integrity and intellectual curiosity, with the emotional stability to remain impartial under pressure. They have excellent oral and written communication skills, allowing them to articulate complex legal concepts clearly to juries, attorneys, and the public. The role suits those with a strong sense of justice who can balance compassion with objectivity.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into this profession requires extensive legal education, with 66.5% of judges holding doctoral degrees and 23.3% having first professional degrees. Most judges begin as practicing attorneys, gaining substantial courtroom experience and legal expertise before appointment or election to the bench. The path typically involves 10-15 years of legal practice, often in specialized areas like criminal law, civil litigation, or administrative law. Appointment processes vary by jurisdiction but generally require demonstrated legal competence, ethical standing, and often political or professional endorsements.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Judges may advance through the court hierarchy from magistrate or municipal courts to state trial courts, appellate courts, and ultimately state supreme courts or federal positions. Some transition to specialized courts like bankruptcy, tax, or administrative law. Others may move into legal education, becoming law school professors or judicial trainers. Senior judges often serve as mentors to newer appointees and may take on administrative roles in court systems. Retirement options include senior status positions where judges continue hearing cases on a reduced schedule.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The judicial profession employs approximately 24,030 individuals nationwide with a median annual salary of $153,990 according to BLS OEWS May 2025. Compensation varies dramatically by geographic location, from $49,960 in Mississippi to $239,760 in Rhode Island, representing a 4.80x ratio between lowest and highest paying states. Nearly all positions (24,030) are in government employment across federal, state, and local levels. The profession shows stable demand driven by population growth and legal system needs, though budget constraints in some jurisdictions may limit new appointments. Geographic mobility is often limited by jurisdiction-specific legal knowledge requirements and appointment processes.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Judges face low automation risk due to the inherently human nature of judicial decision-making and legal interpretation. While AI tools may assist with legal research and case management, the core activities of evaluating evidence, applying legal reasoning, and making nuanced judgments require human insight and ethical reasoning. The high-level cognitive demands of the role, including complex problem-solving and social perceptiveness, remain firmly in the human domain.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Administrative Law Judges, Adjudicators, and Hearing Officers (23-1021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve conducting hearings, evaluating evidence, and making binding legal decisions with similar work activities in judicial proceedings.
    data: Conduct hearings to investigate legal issues
    data: Make decisions in legal cases
    data: Job Zone 5
  [career_pathway] Lawyers (23-1011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Most judges begin as practicing attorneys, sharing foundational legal knowledge and skills before advancing to judicial roles.
    data: Law and Government knowledge (imp:4.9)
    data: First Professional Degree requirement
    data: Legal reasoning abilities
  [skill_overlap] Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators (23-1022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require high-level judgment and decision-making skills, critical thinking, and the ability to evaluate legal compliance.
    data: Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.2)
    data: Critical Thinking (imp:4.9)
    data: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance
  [career_pathway] Judicial Law Clerks (23-1012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Law clerks often work directly with judges and may transition to judicial roles after gaining experience in legal research and decision support.
    data: Research relevant legal materials
    data: Law and Government knowledge
    data: Written Expression abilities
  [knowledge_overlap] Law Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1112.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require extensive legal knowledge and the ability to explain complex legal concepts, with judges often transitioning to teaching.
    data: Law and Government (imp:4.9, lvl:6.2)
    data: Doctoral Degree (66.5%)
    data: Speaking skills (imp:4.1)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  exclude_keywords : ['clerk', 'assistant', 'paralegal', 'bailiff', 'reporter']
  title_patterns   : ['Judge', 'Magistrate Judge', 'Justice', 'Court Judge', 'Magistrate']
  common_variations: ['Administrative Court Justice', 'Circuit Court Judge', 'County Judge', 'Appeals Judge', 'Criminal Court Judge', 'Bankruptcy Judge', 'Chief Judge', 'Appellate Court Judge']

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