[Core] [99% incumbents] Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  DWAs: Evaluate student work.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students and the community on topics such as ethics, logic, and contemporary religious thought.
  DWAs: Teach humanities courses at the college level.

[Core] [99% 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] [99% incumbents] Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  DWAs: Develop instructional materials.

[Core] [99% 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] [99% incumbents] Write articles and books.
  DWAs: Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.

[Core] [99% 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.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
  DWAs: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs. | Develop instructional objectives.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
  DWAs: Supervise student research or internship work.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks.
  DWAs: Select educational materials or equipment. | Order instructional or library materials or equipment.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
  DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise.

[Core] [99% 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] [99% incumbents] Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
  DWAs: Promote educational institutions or programs. | Perform student enrollment or registration activities.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
  DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.

[Core] [99% incumbents] Act as advisers to student organizations.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Supplemental] [99% incumbents] Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
  DWAs: Write grant proposals.

[Core] [98% incumbents] Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  DWAs: Guide class discussions.

[Core] [98% incumbents] Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  DWAs: Maintain student records.

[Core] [98% incumbents] Participate in campus and community events.
  DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

[Core] [97% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
  DWAs: Direct department activities.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:4.88) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:4.12 lvl:4.38) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  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:4.25) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.88 lvl:4.62) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Active Learning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.38) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:4.84 lvl:6.70) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  English Language (imp:4.61 lvl:6.10) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:4.17 lvl:5.52) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  History and Archeology (imp:3.47 lvl:4.05) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:3.15 lvl:4.29) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Law and Government (imp:3.03 lvl:3.24) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.95 lvl:3.34) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Communications and Media (imp:2.94 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.93 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Psychology (imp:2.88 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Foreign Language (imp:2.55 lvl:3.06) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Administrative (imp:2.36 lvl:2.69) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.14 lvl:2.77) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mathematics (imp:2.10 lvl:1.67) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Geography (imp:2.09 lvl:2.79) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Fine Arts (imp:1.93 lvl:1.72) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Administration and Management (imp:1.86 lvl:1.74) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.84 lvl:1.66) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Telecommunications (imp:1.82 lvl:0.65) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.54 lvl:0.85) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Biology (imp:1.51 lvl:0.70) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.41 lvl:1.11) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.41 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Transportation (imp:1.39) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.35 lvl:0.73) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Design (imp:1.20 lvl:0.44) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Physics (imp:1.19) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Chemistry (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Production and Processing (imp:1.05) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Building and Construction (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Mechanical (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main

--- ABILITIES ---
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:5.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:5.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Near Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  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:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Memorization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Far Vision (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Selective Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — 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
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — 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:1.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — 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 
  Auditory Attention (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — 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:4.76 lvl:6.12) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.53 lvl:5.75) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Getting Information (imp:4.47 lvl:5.70) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.24 lvl:5.22) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.16 lvl:5.19) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Working with Computers (imp:4.06 lvl:3.37) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.93 lvl:5.39) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.85 lvl:4.49) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.81 lvl:4.40) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.77 lvl:5.51) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.77 lvl:4.99) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.75 lvl:4.63) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.71 lvl:4.84) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.56 lvl:4.45) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Processing Information (imp:3.55 lvl:4.06) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.46 lvl:4.06) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.46 lvl:3.65) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.36 lvl:4.11) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.27 lvl:4.26) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.19 lvl:3.75) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.18 lvl:3.87) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.15 lvl:3.78) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.14 lvl:3.82) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.05 lvl:3.63) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.99 lvl:3.91) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.98 lvl:3.70) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.92 lvl:3.57) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.86 lvl:3.08) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.82 lvl:3.41) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.80 lvl:3.19) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.23 lvl:2.26) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.09 lvl:1.91) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:1.98 lvl:1.63) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.62 lvl:0.94) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.61 lvl:0.76) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:1.52 lvl:0.75) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:1.34 lvl:0.60) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.25) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.24) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.02) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.01) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cooperation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:3.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Integrity (imp:2.40) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.22) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Social Orientation (imp:2.13) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:2.12) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.08) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:2.07) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.84) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.83) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Empathy (imp:1.83) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.62) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.58) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Initiative (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:1.51) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Control (imp:1.47) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.44) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.39) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.24) — 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 
  Humility (imp:0.90) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.76) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cautiousness (imp:0.67) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  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
  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.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — 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.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  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:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  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 : 20,460
  annual_median    : $80,260
  annual_pct10     : $49,140
  annual_pct25     : $62,600
  annual_pct75     : $104,770
  annual_pct90     : $139,580
  annual_mean      : $92,040
  hourly_median    : N/A

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($105,820)
  lowest_state     : South Dakota ($58,000)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.824x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (43 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:   20,430  median: $  80,220

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (1 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:   20,430  median: $  80,220

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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Western esotericism and Eastern religions (similarity: 0.3636)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_esotericism_and_Eastern_religions
  QID: Q138495678
  Extract: Western esotericism and Eastern religions refers to the historical and conceptual intersection between the currents of Western esotericism and the spiritual and philosophical traditions of the Eastern religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Chinese folk religion, Taoism, and related currents. The i

  Title: Critical thinking (similarity: 0.1562)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Critical_thinking
  QID: Q843894
  Extract: 
Critical thinking is the process of analyzing available facts, evidence, observations, and arguments to reach sound conclusions or informed choices. It involves recognizing underlying assumptions, providing justifications for ideas and actions, evaluating these justifications through comparisons wi

  Title: Redeemer University (similarity: 0.2424)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redeemer_University
  QID: Q7305718
  Extract: Redeemer University is a private Christian liberal arts and science university located in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, in the community of Ancaster. Founded in 1982, Redeemer stands in the Reformed Tradition and offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bache

  Title: Claremont Graduate University (similarity: 0.3684)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claremont_Graduate_University
  QID: Q50015
  Extract: The Claremont Graduate University (CGU) is a private postgraduate research university in Claremont, California, United States. Founded in 1925, CGU is a member of the Claremont Colleges consortium which includes five undergraduate and two graduate institutions of higher education.

  Title: Chapman University (similarity: 0.3077)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chapman_University
  QID: Q1805085
  Extract: Chapman University is a private research university in Orange, California, United States. Encompassing eleven colleges, the university is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". The school maintains its founding affiliations with the Christian Church and the United Chu

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confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed skill, knowledge, and task specifications. Clear wage and employment data from BLS OEWS May 2025 supports market intelligence. Education requirements and career progression are well-documented in academic literature.
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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary are academic professionals who teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology at colleges and universities. These educators combine deep subject matter expertise with advanced pedagogical skills to deliver lectures, conduct research, and guide students through complex philosophical and theological concepts. They serve dual roles as both educators and scholars, contributing to academic discourse through research and publication while shaping the next generation of critical thinkers.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves preparing and delivering lectures on topics such as ethics, logic, and theological studies to undergraduate and graduate students. They spend significant time evaluating and grading student work, including class assignments, papers, and examinations that assess comprehension of complex philosophical concepts. Much of their work involves interpreting meaning and helping students understand abstract ideas through discussion and analysis. They maintain regular office hours for student advising, conduct research in their specialized fields, and write scholarly articles or books. Administrative duties include developing course materials, syllabi, and curriculum planning to ensure educational objectives are met.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess exceptional written and oral communication abilities, with the capacity to articulate complex abstract concepts clearly to diverse audiences. They demonstrate high intellectual curiosity and integrity, essential for exploring fundamental questions about existence, ethics, and human nature. Strong critical thinking and reasoning skills enable them to analyze philosophical arguments and guide students through logical problem-solving processes. Successful philosophy and religion teachers exhibit dependability and achievement orientation, maintaining rigorous academic standards while fostering an environment of intellectual exploration. They thrive on continuous learning and staying current with developments in their field through reading, collegial discussion, and professional development.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires extensive educational preparation, with 73.8% holding doctoral degrees according to the education distribution data. Most positions require a Ph.D. in Philosophy, Religion, Theology, or related fields, often supplemented by post-doctoral training (12.5% of practitioners). Aspiring teachers typically complete graduate coursework, conduct original research, and defend a dissertation while gaining teaching experience through assistantships. The Job Zone 5 classification confirms this role demands the highest level of preparation, including years of specialized study and research experience.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career progression typically follows the academic tenure track, beginning as Assistant Professor and advancing to Associate Professor and Full Professor based on teaching excellence, research contributions, and service. Many develop specialized expertise in particular philosophical schools or religious traditions, becoming recognized authorities in their fields. Career paths may lead to department leadership roles, university administration, or positions at prestigious research institutions. Some transition to publishing, policy work, or consulting roles where their analytical and communication skills are valued.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 20,460 professionals nationally with a median annual salary of $80,260 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Geographic wage dispersion shows significant variation, with California offering the highest compensation at $105,820 compared to South Dakota's $58,000, representing a 1.82x ratio. Employment is heavily concentrated in Educational Services (20,430 positions), reflecting the academic nature of these roles. The specialized knowledge requirements and extensive education needed suggest stable demand for qualified practitioners, though opportunities may be competitive given the specific institutional settings where these positions exist.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This profession has strong protection against automation due to its emphasis on human interpretation, creative thinking, and complex interpersonal teaching relationships. The core work activities of interpreting meaning, training others, and thinking creatively require distinctly human capabilities that current AI cannot replicate. While technology tools like presentation software and learning management systems enhance productivity, the fundamental work of philosophical discourse, ethical reasoning, and spiritual guidance remains inherently human-centered.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] History Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1125.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high-level requirements in reading comprehension, critical thinking, and research methodology within humanities education.
    data: Both require Reading Comprehension (4.2+ importance)
    data: Critical Thinking skills overlap
    data: Similar research and teaching activities
  [riasec_cluster] English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1123.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupy the Social-Investigative cluster with emphasis on teaching, interpretation, and analytical thinking in humanities disciplines.
    data: Social (7.00) and Investigative (5.14) RIASEC scores
    data: Teaching and interpretation focus
    data: Humanities subject matter
  [knowledge_overlap] Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1067.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared knowledge requirements in sociology, anthropology, and human behavioral studies complement philosophical inquiry.
    data: Sociology and Anthropology knowledge area (3.1 importance)
    data: Social science methodology
    data: Human behavior analysis
  [task_similarity] Law Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1112.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both involve teaching complex analytical subjects requiring interpretation of principles, ethical reasoning, and critical evaluation.
    data: Law and Government knowledge (3.0 importance)
    data: Ethics instruction overlap
    data: Analytical reasoning requirements
  [transferable_skill] Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1066.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Complex problem solving, social perceptiveness, and systems evaluation skills transfer between psychological and philosophical analysis.
    data: Complex Problem Solving (3.5 importance)
    data: Social Perceptiveness (3.4)
    data: Human behavior understanding

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  exclude_keywords : ['chaplain', 'minister', 'pastor', 'priest', 'seminary student']
  title_patterns   : ['Philosophy Professor', 'Religion Teacher', 'Theology Instructor', 'Divinity Faculty', 'Ethics Professor']
  common_variations: ['adjunct philosophy professor', 'philosophy instructor', 'religious studies professor', 'theology teacher', 'ethics teacher', 'divinity instructor', 'biblical studies professor', 'philosophy faculty']

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activities                 14  0.00484  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:21%  onet_tasks:7%
includes                   14  0.00484  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  wikipedia:14%
academic                   13  0.00449  inference            inference:54%  onet_tasks:23%  dwas:23%
ideas                      13  0.00449  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:85%  wikipedia:8%  inference:8%
critical                   12  0.00415  wikipedia            wikipedia:67%  inference:25%  onet_dimensions:8%
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objects                    12  0.00415  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
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human                      11  0.00380  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  inference:36%
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student                    10  0.00346  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_tasks:30%  inference:20%
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body                       10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
self                       10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  wikipedia:40%
university                 10  0.00346  wikipedia            wikipedia:90%  inference:10%
events                      9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
needs                       9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
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resources                   9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
quickly                     9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
educational                 9  0.00311  dwas                 dwas:44%  inference:33%  onet_dimensions:22%
developing                  9  0.00311  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
understand                  8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
philosophical               8  0.00277  inference            inference:75%  onet_dimensions:12%  wikipedia:12%
production                  8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%