Law teachers prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on specialized legal topics, initiate and moderate classroom discussions about complex legal concepts, and evaluate student work including assignments, papers, and oral presentations. They develop course materials such as syllabi and handouts, maintain detailed student records, and assign real cases for students to analyze and try in mock proceedings. Much of their time involves staying current with legal developments through reading professional literature, attending conferences, and collaborating with colleagues. They also serve as academic advisors to students and student organizations while managing administrative duties related to course planning and materials selection.
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication abilities (importance 4.6 and 4.0 respectively), with strong deductive reasoning skills (importance 4.0, level 4.9) essential for analyzing complex legal precedents. The role attracts those with high intellectual curiosity and dependability work styles, as evidenced by the top work styles ratings. Success requires individuals who can balance the Social (6.46) and Investigative (5.35) RIASEC dimensions, combining interpersonal teaching skills with analytical research capabilities. The extensive preparation requirements of Job Zone 5 attract methodical learners who enjoy continuous professional development and can synthesize vast amounts of legal information for diverse audiences.
The role demonstrates strong resistance to automation due to its heavy reliance on high-level cognitive work activities including Training and Teaching Others (importance 4.8, level 6.5) and Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (importance 4.5). The complex interpersonal dynamics of classroom discussions, personalized student coaching, and creative legal analysis require human judgment and communication skills that current AI cannot replicate effectively.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
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| tendency | 42 | 0.0149 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 41 | 0.0145 | onet dimensi 93% inference 5% | |
| equipment | 25 | 0.0089 | onet dimensi 92% dwas 8% | |
| materials | 21 | 0.0074 | onet dimensi 48% dwas 24% | |
| students | 16 | 0.0057 | onet tasks 31% wikipedia 31% | |
| activities | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 56% dwas 25% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| student | 14 | 0.0050 | dwas 36% inference 36% | |
| law | 14 | 0.0050 | inference 71% wikipedia 21% | |
| legal | 14 | 0.0050 | inference 93% onet dimensi 7% | |
| teaching | 13 | 0.0046 | inference 46% onet dimensi 38% | |
| academic | 12 | 0.0043 | inference 42% onet tasks 25% | |
| research | 12 | 0.0043 | onet tasks 33% inference 33% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| control | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0043 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| techniques | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| resources | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 90% wikipedia 10% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| events | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% onet tasks 11% | |
| administrative | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 44% inference 33% | |
| needs | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% dwas 11% | |
| problems | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| quickly | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| educational | 9 | 0.0032 | dwas 44% onet dimensi 22% | |
| developing | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% inference 11% | |
| career | 8 | 0.0028 | dwas 38% wikipedia 25% | |
| services | 8 | 0.0028 | onet dimensi 75% onet tasks 12% |
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[Core] [103% incumbents] Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. DWAs: Guide class discussions. [Core] [103% incumbents] Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, papers, and oral presentations. DWAs: Evaluate student work. [Core] [103% incumbents] Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. DWAs: Develop instructional materials. [Core] [103% 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] [103% incumbents] Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. DWAs: Maintain student records. [Core] [103% incumbents] Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks. DWAs: Select educational materials or equipment. | Order instructional or library materials or equipment. [Core] [103% incumbents] Assign cases for students to hear and try. DWAs: Plan experiential learning activities. [Core] [103% incumbents] Act as advisers to student organizations. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [102% 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] [102% incumbents] Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as civil procedure, contracts, and torts. DWAs: Teach social science courses at the college level. [Core] [102% incumbents] Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction. DWAs: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs. | Develop instructional objectives. [Core] [102% incumbents] Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [102% incumbents] Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [102% incumbents] Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. [Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities. DWAs: Promote educational institutions or programs. | Perform student enrollment or registration activities. [Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Participate in campus and community events. DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public. [Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments. DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials. [Supplemental] [101% incumbents] Write grant proposals to procure external research funding. DWAs: Write grant proposals. [Core] [100% incumbents] Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. DWAs: Serve on institutional or departmental committees. [Supplemental] [100% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head. DWAs: Direct department activities. [Supplemental] [99% incumbents] Provide professional consulting services to government or industry. DWAs: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies. [Core] [98% incumbents] Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work. DWAs: Supervise student research or internship work. [Core] [97% incumbents] Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media. DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. | Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.
--- SKILLS --- Speaking (imp:4.62 lvl:5.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Reading Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:5.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Active Listening (imp:4.25 lvl:4.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Learning Strategies (imp:4.25 lvl:4.50) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Writing (imp:4.00 lvl:5.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Active Learning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.25) — 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:4.91 lvl:6.14) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat English Language (imp:4.70 lvl:6.06) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Education and Training (imp:4.43 lvl:6.11) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Computers and Electronics (imp:3.33 lvl:4.30) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Communications and Media (imp:3.26 lvl:3.88) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.95 lvl:3.74) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic Administration and Management (imp:2.87 lvl:3.39) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.75 lvl:3.56) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.65 lvl:3.60) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Psychology (imp:2.57 lvl:3.04) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Administrative (imp:2.54 lvl:3.39) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.86) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Economics and Accounting (imp:2.48 lvl:2.31) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.46 lvl:2.96) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra History and Archeology (imp:2.26 lvl:2.90) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi Public Safety and Security (imp:2.21 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Sales and Marketing (imp:2.13 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.12 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Geography (imp:1.90 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Foreign Language (imp:1.79 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Telecommunications (imp:1.67 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Engineering and Technology (imp:1.66 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Design (imp:1.47 lvl:0.84) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.47 lvl:0.80) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Fine Arts (imp:1.46 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform Production and Processing (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Transportation (imp:1.36 lvl:0.87) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Biology (imp:1.27 lvl:0.72) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Mechanical (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Building and Construction (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Physics (imp:1.11) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, Chemistry (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Food Production (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food --- ABILITIES --- Oral Expression (imp:4.62 lvl:5.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Written Comprehension (imp:4.38 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Speech Clarity (imp:4.12 lvl:5.38) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:4.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Originality (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Information Ordering (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — 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 Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:3.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Selective Attention (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Far Vision (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to see details at a distance. Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Perceptual Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Time Sharing (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Trunk Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 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:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 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 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 Dynamic Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv 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 --- Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.79 lvl:6.53) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Getting Information (imp:4.62 lvl:5.98) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.47 lvl:5.63) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.40 lvl:5.66) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.28 lvl:5.92) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Thinking Creatively (imp:4.20 lvl:5.62) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.03 lvl:4.96) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.90 lvl:5.49) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.78 lvl:4.69) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.76 lvl:4.73) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Working with Computers (imp:3.72 lvl:3.27) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.72 lvl:4.93) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.65 lvl:3.93) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Processing Information (imp:3.61 lvl:4.88) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.52 lvl:4.40) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.48 lvl:4.12) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.39 lvl:4.30) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.31 lvl:3.84) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.29 lvl:4.14) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.23 lvl:4.00) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.04 lvl:4.52) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.95 lvl:3.47) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.71 lvl:2.96) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.62 lvl:3.14) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.57 lvl:3.01) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.54 lvl:2.75) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.53 lvl:2.80) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.38 lvl:2.28) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.32 lvl:2.79) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.24 lvl:2.55) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.04 lvl:1.87) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.99 lvl:2.21) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.61 lvl:1.10) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Performing General Physical Activities (imp:1.36) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.36 lvl:0.84) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.35) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:1.30 lvl:0.67) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.29) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.21 lvl:0.52) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, 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:1.06) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an --- WORK STYLES --- Dependability (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Intellectual Curiosity (imp:3.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.67) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Dependability (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Integrity (imp:2.32) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Social Orientation (imp:2.15) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Achievement Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Cooperation (imp:1.99) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Leadership Orientation (imp:1.95) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Attention to Detail (imp:1.94) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Initiative (imp:1.79) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Self-Confidence (imp:1.76) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Self-Control (imp:1.70) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Perseverance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.60) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Stress Tolerance (imp:1.58) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Empathy (imp:1.54) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Adaptability (imp:1.51) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Innovation (imp:1.47) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Cautiousness (imp:1.44) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Sincerity (imp:1.39) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Social Orientation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Optimism (imp:0.95) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Humility (imp:0.42) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 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:4.12 lvl:4.38) — Teaching others how to do something. Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.75) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Negotiation (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — 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. Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — 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:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Management of Material Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the 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 : 20,060 annual_median : $128,500 annual_pct10 : $64,250 annual_pct25 : $88,700 annual_pct75 : $176,490 annual_pct90 : $287,900 annual_mean : $144,770 hourly_median : N/A --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : Minnesota ($171,790) lowest_state : Utah ($68,270) dispersion_ratio : 2.516x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (33 total) --- Educational Services emp: 20,060 median: $ 128,500 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (1 total) --- Educational Services emp: 20,060 median: $ 128,500
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model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : High confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities. BLS wage data provides robust market intelligence. Strong related occupation connections within postsecondary education field.
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wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No exact Wikipedia match found for Law Teachers, Postsecondary, with closest semantic neighbors relating to broader higher education topics rather than specific legal education roles.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Law Teachers, Postsecondary are faculty members who teach legal subjects at colleges, law schools, and universities. They deliver lectures on topics such as civil procedure, contracts, and torts while conducting classroom discussions and evaluating student work. Most combine teaching responsibilities with legal research and scholarship in specialized areas of law.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
Law teachers prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on specialized legal topics, initiate and moderate classroom discussions about complex legal concepts, and evaluate student work including assignments, papers, and oral presentations. They develop course materials such as syllabi and handouts, maintain detailed student records, and assign real cases for students to analyze and try in mock proceedings. Much of their time involves staying current with legal developments through reading professional literature, attending conferences, and collaborating with colleagues. They also serve as academic advisors to students and student organizations while managing administrative duties related to course planning and materials selection.
WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication abilities (importance 4.6 and 4.0 respectively), with strong deductive reasoning skills (importance 4.0, level 4.9) essential for analyzing complex legal precedents. The role attracts those with high intellectual curiosity and dependability work styles, as evidenced by the top work styles ratings. Success requires individuals who can balance the Social (6.46) and Investigative (5.35) RIASEC dimensions, combining interpersonal teaching skills with analytical research capabilities. The extensive preparation requirements of Job Zone 5 attract methodical learners who enjoy continuous professional development and can synthesize vast amounts of legal information for diverse audiences.
CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires extensive educational preparation, with 46.2% holding First Professional Degrees (typically J.D.) and 35.3% holding Doctoral degrees in law or related fields. Most candidates gain practical legal experience through practice, judicial clerkships, or advanced academic research before transitioning to teaching. The Job Zone 5 classification indicates the need for substantial preparation beyond the basic law degree, often including specialized expertise in particular legal areas and demonstrated teaching or communication experience.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Law teachers typically progress from adjunct instructor positions to assistant professor, associate professor, and full professor ranks within academic institutions. Career advancement often involves developing specialized research expertise, publishing legal scholarship, and taking on administrative roles such as department chair or law school dean. Some transition between academic and practice roles, moving to senior positions in legal firms, government agencies, or judicial positions where their teaching experience and subject matter expertise provide significant value.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The profession employs 20,060 individuals with a median annual salary of $128,500 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $64,250 to $287,900 annually. Geographic variation is significant, with Minnesota offering the highest wages at $171,790 compared to Utah's $68,270, representing a 2.52x ratio difference. Employment is concentrated entirely within Educational Services, reflecting the specialized academic nature of the role. The substantial wage range indicates significant variation based on institution type, experience level, and specialization area, with top earners likely at prestigious law schools or holding administrative positions.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role demonstrates strong resistance to automation due to its heavy reliance on high-level cognitive work activities including Training and Teaching Others (importance 4.8, level 6.5) and Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (importance 4.5). The complex interpersonal dynamics of classroom discussions, personalized student coaching, and creative legal analysis require human judgment and communication skills that current AI cannot replicate effectively.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[knowledge_overlap] Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1111.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles share Law and Government knowledge (importance 4.9) and similar teaching methodologies in legal education.
data: Law and Government knowledge
data: Training and Teaching Others work activity
data: Educational Services industry
[riasec_cluster] Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1065.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both exhibit strong Social (6.46) and Investigative (5.35) RIASEC profiles, emphasizing teaching and analytical research.
data: Social RIASEC score 6.46
data: Investigative RIASEC score 5.35
data: Research and teaching combination
[skill_overlap] Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1067.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Shared emphasis on Speaking (importance 4.6), Reading Comprehension (4.2), and Critical Thinking (4.0) skills.
data: Speaking skill importance 4.6
data: Critical Thinking skill importance 4.0
data: Postsecondary teaching context
[task_similarity] Business Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1011.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles involve preparing course materials, evaluating student work, and maintaining academic records in higher education settings.
data: Evaluate student work task
data: Develop instructional materials task
data: Educational Services industry
[job_zone] Economics Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1063.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both require Job Zone 5 extensive preparation and similar doctoral-level educational requirements.
data: Job Zone 5 classification
data: Doctoral Degree 35.3%
data: First Professional Degree 46.2%
[wage_band] Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1113.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both fall within similar postsecondary education wage structures and employment in Educational Services.
data: Educational Services industry
data: Median annual $128,500
data: Postsecondary education sector
[transferable_skill] Education Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1081.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Strong overlap in Instructing (importance 4.1) and teaching-related transferable skills across education domains.
data: Instructing transferable skill 4.1
data: Training and Teaching Others work activity
data: Education and Training knowledge
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['law professor', 'law teacher', 'legal education', 'law school faculty', 'law instructor', 'legal studies professor', 'jurisprudence teacher', 'law school professor']
exclude_keywords : ['practicing attorney', 'legal counsel', 'court clerk', 'paralegal', 'legal assistant']
title_patterns : ['Law Professor', 'Professor of Law', 'Law School Faculty', 'Legal Studies Teacher', 'Adjunct Law Instructor']
common_variations: ['law faculty', 'legal educator', 'law school instructor', 'professor of jurisprudence', 'clinical law professor', 'law school teacher', 'legal studies faculty', 'constitutional law professor']
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