[Core] [64% incumbents] Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  DWAs: Develop instructional materials.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics, such as forest resource policy, forest pathology, and mapping.
  DWAs: Teach physical science or mathematics courses at the college level.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Supervise students' laboratory or field work.
  DWAs: Supervise laboratory work. | Supervise student research or internship work.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  DWAs: Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization. | Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
  DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  DWAs: Guide class discussions.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
  DWAs: Write grant proposals.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in books, professional journals, or electronic media.
  DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. | Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Act as advisers to student organizations.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
  DWAs: Serve on institutional or departmental committees.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Review papers for colleagues and scientific journals.
  DWAs: Evaluate scholarly materials.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Provide information to the public by leading workshops and training programs and by developing educational materials.
  DWAs: Develop instructional materials. | Provide information to the general public.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
  DWAs: Direct department activities.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.
  DWAs: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  DWAs: Evaluate student work.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  DWAs: Maintain student records.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
  DWAs: Supervise student research or internship work.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
  DWAs: Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress. | Prepare tests. | Evaluate student work.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
  DWAs: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs. | Develop instructional objectives.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
  DWAs: Promote educational institutions or programs. | Perform student enrollment or registration activities.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
  DWAs: Select educational materials or equipment. | Order instructional or library materials or equipment.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Participate in campus and community events.
  DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
  DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.

[EMERGING:New] Monitor research program budgets.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — 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
  Learning Strategies (imp:4.12 lvl:4.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.88 lvl:4.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Science (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Mathematics (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:4.80 lvl:5.56) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:4.76 lvl:5.89) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Mathematics (imp:4.26 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Biology (imp:3.96 lvl:4.92) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.92 lvl:4.86) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Geography (imp:3.51 lvl:5.07) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:3.40 lvl:4.12) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Administrative (imp:3.14 lvl:3.87) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Administration and Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.23) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.85 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.75 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.71 lvl:3.18) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Law and Government (imp:2.71 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Chemistry (imp:2.59 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:2.51 lvl:2.66) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Mechanical (imp:2.44 lvl:2.62) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  History and Archeology (imp:2.30 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.23 lvl:2.64) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.20 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.18 lvl:1.78) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Physics (imp:2.09 lvl:2.33) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.08 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Transportation (imp:2.01 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Building and Construction (imp:1.92 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.88 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Telecommunications (imp:1.88 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.87 lvl:2.06) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Design (imp:1.80 lvl:2.07) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Production and Processing (imp:1.68 lvl:1.48) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.62 lvl:1.51) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.35 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.16) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.75 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.88 lvl:4.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.25) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Response Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Rate Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Night Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Sound Localization (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.85 lvl:6.04) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Getting Information (imp:4.80 lvl:6.16) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.79 lvl:5.75) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.60 lvl:5.66) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.58 lvl:5.78) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.51 lvl:5.60) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.48 lvl:5.78) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.44 lvl:5.52) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Working with Computers (imp:4.39 lvl:3.75) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.36 lvl:5.31) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Processing Information (imp:4.27 lvl:5.71) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.18 lvl:4.43) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:4.17 lvl:4.68) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.16 lvl:5.57) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.08 lvl:4.92) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:4.04 lvl:4.99) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:4.03 lvl:4.67) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.01 lvl:5.27) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.94 lvl:5.31) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.93 lvl:4.70) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.74 lvl:4.67) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.72 lvl:4.65) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.54 lvl:4.74) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.39 lvl:3.65) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.29 lvl:4.06) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.12 lvl:3.27) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.01 lvl:3.87) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.00 lvl:3.83) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.93 lvl:2.99) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.91 lvl:3.15) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.91 lvl:3.70) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.58 lvl:2.06) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.49 lvl:3.39) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.49 lvl:2.98) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.25 lvl:2.69) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.10 lvl:1.80) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.92 lvl:1.91) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.89 lvl:2.02) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.52 lvl:0.89) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.51 lvl:1.29) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.51 lvl:1.22) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.72) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Dependability (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Innovation (imp:2.09) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Social Orientation (imp:2.06) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.04) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:2.03) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cooperation (imp:1.99) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.84) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.61) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:1.54) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Initiative (imp:1.53) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.50) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.47) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy (imp:1.32) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Self-Control (imp:1.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.24) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.19) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Innovation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Optimism (imp:0.95) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cautiousness (imp:0.72) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Humility (imp:0.56) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  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 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  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
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Instructing (imp:4.25 lvl:4.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  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.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 1,520
  annual_median    : $101,420
  annual_pct10     : $50,100
  annual_pct25     : $77,440
  annual_pct75     : $126,930
  annual_pct90     : $148,920
  annual_mean      : $102,450
  hourly_median    : N/A

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Michigan ($138,130)
  lowest_state     : California ($61,730)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.238x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (16 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,520  median: $ 101,420

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (1 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,520  median: $ 101,420

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

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  Extract: Lithuania, officially the Republic of Lithuania, is a country in the Baltic region of Europe. It is one of three Baltic states and lies on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea, bordered by Latvia to the north, Belarus to the east and south, Poland to the south, and the Russian semi-exclave of Kalinin

  Title: List of California state agencies (similarity: 0.2667)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_California_state_agencies
  QID: Q16970560
  Extract: The Government of California's executive branch includes numerous types of entities such as departments, commissions, boards, panels, bureaus, and offices.

  Title: Virginia Tech (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virginia_Tech
  QID: Q65379
  Extract: The Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, commonly referred to as Virginia Tech (VT), is a public land-grant research university with its main campus in Blacksburg, Virginia, United States. It was founded as the Virginia Agricultural and Mechanical College in 1872.

  Title: University of New Brunswick (similarity: 0.2143)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_New_Brunswick
  QID: Q1112515
  Extract: The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is a public research university with two primary campuses in Fredericton and Saint John, New Brunswick. It is the oldest English-language university in Canada. With Canada's oldest engineering programme, UNB is constantly ranked by the Times Higher Education amo

  Title: California (similarity: 0.1194)
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  QID: Q99
  Extract: California is a state in the Western United States that lies on the Pacific Coast. It borders Oregon to the north, and Nevada and Arizona to the east; it also shares an international border with the Mexican state of Baja California to the south. With over 39 million residents across an area of 163,6

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence due to detailed O*NET data covering skills, knowledge, abilities, tasks, and clear wage/employment statistics from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation has well-defined educational requirements and career pathways within the academic sector.
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tokens_output        : 4,302
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wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No direct Wikipedia match found for this specialized academic role. The closest semantic neighbors relate to educational institutions and government agencies rather than the specific occupation.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary are academic professionals who teach university-level courses in forest resource management, conservation policy, and ecosystem science. These educators combine classroom instruction with hands-on field supervision and cutting-edge research in forest ecology and conservation practices. They develop curriculum, conduct research, publish findings, and mentor the next generation of forestry professionals and environmental scientists.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves preparing and delivering lectures on topics like forest resource policy and ecosystem management to undergraduate and graduate students. They supervise students conducting laboratory experiments or field research in forest environments, analyzing data on tree growth, wildlife habitats, or conservation outcomes. Time is spent writing grant proposals to secure research funding, collaborating with colleagues on interdisciplinary studies, and maintaining office hours to advise students on academic and career matters. They regularly update course materials, grade assignments, and participate in faculty meetings while staying current with developments in forestry science through professional literature and conferences.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong intellectual curiosity and dependability, combining deep scientific knowledge with effective communication skills. They demonstrate high oral and written expression abilities, essential for delivering complex ecological concepts to diverse audiences and publishing research findings. Successful forestry educators have strong analytical thinking skills for interpreting environmental data and making evidence-based decisions about forest management practices. They thrive on continuous learning, staying abreast of emerging conservation technologies and environmental policies while mentoring students through hands-on field experiences.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires a doctoral degree in forestry, forest science, or a closely related field like ecology or environmental science, with 62.7% of professionals holding doctoral credentials and 22.1% completing post-doctoral training. Candidates typically need research experience in forest ecosystems, conservation biology, or natural resource management gained through graduate studies and fieldwork. Prior teaching experience through graduate assistantships or post-doctoral positions is highly valued for developing instructional skills.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement follows the traditional academic pathway from assistant professor to associate professor with tenure, then to full professor status. Many professionals advance to department chair or dean positions, overseeing forestry programs and research initiatives. Others transition to senior research scientist roles at government agencies, environmental consulting firms, or conservation organizations, leveraging their expertise in forest policy and ecosystem management for broader environmental impact.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 1,520 professionals nationwide with a median annual wage of $101,420, ranging from $50,100 to $148,920 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic wage variation is significant, with Michigan offering the highest compensation at $138,130 compared to California's $61,730, representing a 2.24x ratio difference. Employment is concentrated entirely in educational services, reflecting the academic nature of these positions. The specialized knowledge requirements and limited number of positions create a competitive but stable job market for qualified candidates.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This profession has strong protection against automation due to its reliance on complex human interactions and creative problem-solving that characterize effective teaching and research. The work activities of interpreting information for others, thinking creatively, and training others require nuanced understanding of student needs and adaptive communication that AI cannot replicate. However, technology tools like GIS software and data analysis platforms will continue enhancing research capabilities without replacing the fundamental human elements of education and mentorship.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1053.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills including Reading Comprehension (4.1), Writing (4.1), and Critical Thinking (3.9) with overlapping environmental science knowledge domains.
    data: Reading Comprehension (4.1)
    data: Writing (4.1)
    data: Critical Thinking (3.9)
    data: Biology knowledge (4.0)
  [knowledge_overlap] Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1042.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared Biology knowledge (4.0 importance) and similar RIASEC Social (6.47) and Investigative (5.91) orientations indicate overlapping academic domains.
    data: Biology knowledge (4.0)
    data: RIASEC Social (6.47)
    data: RIASEC Investigative (5.91)
  [riasec_cluster] Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations share dominant Social (6.47) and Investigative (5.91) RIASEC codes, indicating similar teaching and research orientations in applied sciences.
    data: RIASEC Social (6.47)
    data: RIASEC Investigative (5.91)
    data: Job Zone 5
  [task_similarity] Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Identical core teaching tasks including preparing course materials, delivering lectures, supervising student laboratory work, and conducting research with publication requirements.
    data: Prepare course materials task
    data: Deliver lectures task
    data: Supervise laboratory work task
    data: Conduct research task
  [knowledge_overlap] Geography Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1064.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared Geography knowledge domain (3.5 importance) and similar work activities in interpreting information for others (4.8) and analyzing data (4.4).
    data: Geography knowledge (3.5)
    data: Interpreting information work activity (4.8)
    data: Analyzing data work activity (4.4)
  [wage_band] Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1192.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both positions fall within similar educational services wage ranges and require Job Zone 5 extensive preparation with doctoral-level education requirements.
    data: Job Zone 5
    data: Educational Services employment
    data: Doctoral degree requirement (62.7%)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['forestry teacher', 'conservation science professor', 'forest ecology instructor', 'natural resource educator', 'forestry professor', 'conservation biology teacher', 'forest management instructor', 'environmental forestry educator']
  exclude_keywords : ['forest ranger', 'park naturalist', 'logging supervisor', 'tree surgeon', 'landscaper']
  title_patterns   : ['*forestry*professor', '*conservation*teacher', '*forest*instructor', 'forestry and conservation*', '*forest ecology*']
  common_variations: ['forestry professor', 'conservation science teacher', 'forest ecology professor', 'forestry instructor', 'conservation biology professor', 'forest management teacher', 'forestry and conservation educator', 'natural resource professor']

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

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
others                     42  0.01494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:7%  onet_tasks:2%
tendency                   42  0.01494  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  26  0.00925  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  dwas:8%  onet_tasks:4%
materials                  23  0.00818  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:43%  dwas:30%  onet_tasks:22%
research                   22  0.00783  inference            inference:45%  onet_tasks:23%  dwas:18%
principles                 16  0.00569  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 14  0.00498  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:21%  onet_tasks:7%
includes                   13  0.00462  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
students                   12  0.00427  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:42%  inference:33%  dwas:25%
management                 12  0.00427  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:58%  inference:42%
control                    12  0.00427  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00427  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
academic                   11  0.00391  inference            inference:45%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:27%
ideas                      11  0.00391  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
forest                     10  0.00356  inference            inference:80%  onet_tasks:20%
student                    10  0.00356  dwas                 dwas:60%  onet_tasks:30%  inference:10%
developing                 10  0.00356  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
needs                      10  0.00356  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  dwas:10%  inference:10%
techniques                 10  0.00356  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00356  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
teaching                    9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:22%
public                      9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  dwas:22%  wikipedia:22%
programs                    9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:11%
educational                 9  0.00320  dwas                 dwas:44%  onet_dimensions:22%  inference:22%
events                      9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00320  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
services                    8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:12%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
science                     8  0.00285  inference            inference:62%  onet_dimensions:25%  dwas:12%
rules                       8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                   8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00285  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%