[Core] [21% incumbents] Officiate at sporting events, games, or competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Inspect game sites for compliance with regulations or safety requirements.
  DWAs: Inspect work sites to identify potential environmental or safety hazards. | Inspect facilities, equipment or supplies to ensure conformance to standards.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Resolve claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any necessary penalties, according to regulations.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Signal participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or to otherwise regulate play or competition.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Teach and explain the rules and regulations governing a specific sport.
  DWAs: Coach others.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Inspect sporting equipment or examine participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
  DWAs: Monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules. | Determine operational compliance with regulations or standards.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed, such as fines or other disciplinary actions.
  DWAs: Investigate work related complaints to determine corrective actions. | Discuss performance, complaints, or violations with supervisors.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Confer with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Judge performances in sporting competitions to award points, impose scoring penalties, and determine results.
  DWAs: Evaluate skills of athletes or performers.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Verify scoring calculations before competition winners are announced.
  DWAs: Verify accuracy of data.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Start races and competitions.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Compile scores and other athletic records.
  DWAs: Compile technical information or documentation.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Verify credentials of participants in sporting events, and make other qualifying determinations, such as starting order or handicap number.
  DWAs: Verify accuracy of data.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Keep track of event times, including race times and elapsed time during game segments, starting or stopping play when necessary.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Direct participants to assigned areas, such as starting blocks or penalty areas.
  DWAs: Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Research and study players and teams to anticipate issues that might arise in future engagements.
  DWAs: Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence. | Investigate personal characteristics or activities of individuals.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.38 lvl:3.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Listening (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Learning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Writing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.38 lvl:0.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:3.43 lvl:3.43) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Education and Training (imp:2.90 lvl:3.33) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.85 lvl:3.00) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.67 lvl:2.86) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Psychology (imp:2.55 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:2.35 lvl:2.45) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Mathematics (imp:2.24 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.20 lvl:2.45) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Transportation (imp:2.10 lvl:1.76) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administrative (imp:2.05 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.05 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.95 lvl:1.90) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Law and Government (imp:1.71 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.67 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Design (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.60 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.55 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.53 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Physics (imp:1.52 lvl:0.76) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.52 lvl:0.86) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.52 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.48 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Telecommunications (imp:1.48 lvl:0.67) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.45 lvl:0.75) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Building and Construction (imp:1.43 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:1.42 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Production and Processing (imp:1.33 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.33 lvl:0.62) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  History and Archeology (imp:1.33 lvl:0.52) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Mechanical (imp:1.29 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Foreign Language (imp:1.29 lvl:0.52) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Food Production (imp:1.19 lvl:0.33) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Chemistry (imp:1.19 lvl:0.33) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Far Vision (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  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
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.50) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:4.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Time Sharing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Memorization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Written Expression (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Stamina (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Visualization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Response Orientation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Rate Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Control Precision (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.05 lvl:4.14) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.00 lvl:4.29) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.86 lvl:4.43) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.85 lvl:3.90) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.84 lvl:4.00) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.63 lvl:4.26) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.62 lvl:3.95) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.48 lvl:3.81) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.43 lvl:3.57) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.38 lvl:3.71) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.33 lvl:3.71) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.15 lvl:2.81) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.14 lvl:3.05) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.10 lvl:3.57) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.06 lvl:3.06) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Processing Information (imp:2.95 lvl:2.95) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.86 lvl:2.86) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.86 lvl:3.14) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.74 lvl:2.47) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.71 lvl:2.20) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.70 lvl:2.86) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.67 lvl:2.71) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.62 lvl:2.95) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.55 lvl:2.35) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.52 lvl:2.62) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Working with Computers (imp:2.38 lvl:1.90) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.33 lvl:2.43) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.30 lvl:2.48) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.24 lvl:1.86) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.05 lvl:1.90) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.05 lvl:1.35) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.00 lvl:1.40) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:1.90 lvl:1.62) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.90 lvl:1.85) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.71 lvl:1.43) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.65 lvl:0.90) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.38 lvl:0.57) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.33 lvl:0.62) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.25 lvl:0.45) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.19 lvl:0.33) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.19 lvl:0.29) — 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
  Attention to Detail (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:3.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Integrity (imp:2.89) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.63) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Dependability (imp:2.59) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.43) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:2.36) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.08) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.99) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.92) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.77) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Sincerity (imp:1.41) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Adaptability (imp:1.35) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.16) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.00) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Social Orientation (imp:0.90) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.69) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:0.54) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.51) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.39) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:0.29) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.12) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  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
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Innovation (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Technology Design (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 15,780
  annual_median    : $40,710
  annual_pct10     : $26,540
  annual_pct25     : $32,260
  annual_pct75     : $57,160
  annual_pct90     : $82,960
  annual_mean      : $53,010
  hourly_median    : N/A

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Jersey ($67,600)
  lowest_state     : Oklahoma ($21,900)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.087x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (34 total) ---
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    6,420  median: $  45,940
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    5,870  median: $  37,660
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,840  median: $       0
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,350  median: $  35,310

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (4 total) ---
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    6,420  median: $  45,940
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    5,870  median: $  37,660
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:    1,840  median: $       0
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,350  median: $  35,310

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  Title: Referee (similarity: 0.2692)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Referee
  QID: Q202648
  Extract: A referee is an official, in a variety of sports and competition, responsible for enforcing the rules of the sport, including sportsmanship decisions such as ejection. The official tasked with this job may be known by a variety of other titles depending on the sport, including umpire, judge, arbiter

  Title: Official (tennis) (similarity: 0.2903)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_(tennis)
  QID: Q3502546
  Extract:  In tennis, an official is a person who ensures that a match or tournament is conducted according to the International Tennis Federation Rules of Tennis and other competition regulations.

  Title: Official (basketball) (similarity: 0.2727)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Official_(basketball)
  QID: Q2182752
  Extract: In basketball, an official enforces the rules and maintains order in the game. The title of official also applies to the scorers and timekeepers, and other personnel that have an active task in maintaining the game. Basketball is regarded as among the most difficult sports to officiate due to the sp

  Title: List of sports officials who died while active (similarity: 0.4615)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_sports_officials_who_died_while_active
  QID: Q131514938
  Extract: This is a list of sports officials who died while active. This list is organized alphabetically by the sport the individual officiated in, and notes the deaths in chronological order within each sport. Also noted are age, leagues/associations or events they were part of when they died, officiating p

  Title: List of violent incidents between sports participants and spectators (similarity: 0.3717)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_violent_incidents_between_sports_participants_and_spectators
  QID: Q6644828
  Extract: On a number of occasions throughout history, notable sporting participants have been involved in violent confrontations with spectators during a competition. This list includes events in which a spectator at a sporting event was engaged in such a confrontation with an athlete, coach or game official

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with clear task descriptions and comprehensive skill profiles. BLS wage data provides reliable market intelligence. The role has well-defined boundaries and established career pathways in sports organizations.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T18:10:28.982786+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,596
tokens_output        : 3,919
cost_usd             : $0.041375
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though related articles on referees and sports officials provide context for rule enforcement roles. The semantic neighbors focus on sport-specific officiating rather than the broader occupational category.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Umpires, referees, and sports officials enforce rules and maintain fair play during competitive athletic events. They make split-second decisions on rule infractions, assess penalties, and ensure games proceed according to established regulations. These officials serve as the authoritative presence that enables organized sports competition at all levels.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Sports officials arrive early to inspect game sites and equipment for safety compliance before events begin. During competition, they continuously monitor play to identify rule violations, signal infractions to participants and other officials, and make penalty assessments. They communicate decisions clearly to players, coaches, and spectators while managing conflicts and disputes. Officials coordinate with other staff to ensure smooth event operations and may judge performances or verify scoring calculations. After games, they complete required reports documenting incidents, complaints, and actions taken.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful sports officials possess exceptional visual acuity and quick decision-making abilities, as demonstrated by the high importance of far vision (4.0) and problem-solving skills. They excel under pressure with strong self-control and dependability, maintaining composure during heated moments. These individuals have natural leadership qualities with excellent oral communication skills for clearly explaining decisions to diverse audiences. People who thrive in this role enjoy the social aspects of sports while maintaining strict adherence to rules and fair play principles.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most sports officials begin with a high school diploma (42.9% of workers) and complete sport-specific training programs or certification courses. Entry typically involves officiating youth or amateur leagues to gain experience before advancing to higher levels. Many start as volunteers or part-time officials while developing expertise in rule interpretation and game management skills.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Officials can advance from local youth sports to high school, college, and potentially professional levels within their sport. Career progression may lead to supervisory roles managing other officials, becoming trainers for new officials, or specializing in high-profile tournaments. Some transition into related roles such as sports administration, coaching, or compliance oversight in athletic organizations.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
Sports officials earn a median annual wage of $40,710 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, with significant geographic variation from Oklahoma ($21,900) to New Jersey ($67,600). The field employs 15,780 workers nationally, concentrated in arts/entertainment (6,420) and government sectors (5,870). Demand varies seasonally with sports schedules and is influenced by participation rates in organized athletics. Many officials work part-time or seasonally, supplementing income from other sources.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Sports officiating has low automation risk due to the need for real-time human judgment and interpersonal interaction during dynamic game situations. While technology assists with certain decisions (replay systems, timing), the core functions of rule interpretation, conflict resolution, and maintaining game flow require human presence and authority.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Coaches and Scouts (27-2022.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require deep sports knowledge and work directly with athletes, with officials often transitioning to coaching roles.
    data: shared knowledge of sports rules
    data: similar work environments
    data: overlapping communication skills
  [skill_overlap] Compliance Officers (13-1041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles center on evaluating compliance with standards and regulations, requiring similar analytical and enforcement skills.
    data: evaluating information to determine compliance
    data: knowledge of regulations
    data: enforcement responsibilities
  [task_similarity] First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives (33-1012.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve maintaining order, resolving conflicts, and making decisions under pressure in public settings.
    data: conflict resolution
    data: decision-making under pressure
    data: maintaining public order
  [skill_overlap] Self-Enrichment Teachers (25-3021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Officials frequently teach rules and explain decisions, requiring similar instructional and communication abilities.
    data: teaching and explaining rules
    data: instructing skills
    data: public speaking abilities
  [riasec_cluster] Amusement and Recreation Attendants (39-3091.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupy the entertainment/recreation sector with similar Enterprising and Conventional personality requirements.
    data: arts/entertainment industry
    data: customer service orientation
    data: recreational environment

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['umpire', 'referee', 'sports official', 'game official', 'athletic official', 'competition judge', 'sports referee', 'game umpire']
  exclude_keywords : ['coach', 'trainer', 'athlete', 'player', 'sports medicine']
  title_patterns   : ['*umpire*', '*referee*', '*official*', '*judge* sports', '*scorer*']
  common_variations: ['baseball umpire', 'basketball referee', 'football referee', 'soccer referee', 'tennis official', 'track judge', 'swimming official', 'diving judge']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'events', 'activities', 'officials', 'rules', 'principles', 'sports', 'sporting', 'includes', 'control', 'actions', 'objects', 'standards', 'game', 'ideas', 'problems', 'athletic', 'techniques']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

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──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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others                     39  0.01440  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  dwas:3%
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events                     21  0.00775  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:10%
activities                 21  0.00775  dwas                 dwas:48%  onet_dimensions:43%  onet_tasks:10%
officials                  19  0.00701  inference            inference:74%  wikipedia:16%  onet_tasks:11%
rules                      18  0.00664  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  wikipedia:28%  onet_tasks:11%
principles                 17  0.00628  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:94%  inference:6%
sports                     16  0.00591  inference            inference:75%  wikipedia:25%
sporting                   15  0.00554  dwas                 dwas:47%  onet_tasks:40%  wikipedia:13%
includes                   13  0.00480  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
control                    13  0.00480  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
actions                    12  0.00443  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:8%
objects                    12  0.00443  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
standards                  11  0.00406  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  dwas:18%  onet_tasks:9%
game                       11  0.00406  wikipedia            wikipedia:36%  inference:36%  onet_tasks:27%
ideas                      11  0.00406  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
athletic                   10  0.00369  dwas                 dwas:70%  inference:20%  onet_tasks:10%
techniques                 10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
maintaining                10  0.00369  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  wikipedia:10%
regulations                 9  0.00332  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:44%  onet_dimensions:22%  dwas:11%
human                       9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
developing                  9  0.00332  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
play                        8  0.00295  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  inference:38%  wikipedia:25%
sport                       8  0.00295  wikipedia            wikipedia:50%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
needed                      8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  dwas:12%
problem                     8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                       8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
management                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00295  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%