[Core] [62% incumbents] Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.
  DWAs: Monitor work environment to ensure safety or adherence to specifications. | Maintain security.

[Core] [62% incumbents] Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Train and supervise other translators or interpreters.
  DWAs: Train others on work processes.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Compile terminology and information to be used in translations, including technical terms such as those for legal or medical material.
  DWAs: Compile technical information or documentation.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Refer to reference materials, such as dictionaries, lexicons, encyclopedias, and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy.
  DWAs: Conduct research to inform art, designs, or other work.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Check original texts or confer with authors to ensure that translations retain the content, meaning, and feeling of the original material.
  DWAs: Verify accuracy of data.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Educate students, parents, staff, and teachers about the roles and functions of educational interpreters.
  DWAs: Provide educational information to the public.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Read written materials, such as legal documents, scientific works, or news reports, and rewrite material into specified languages.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Travel with or guide tourists who speak another language.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Supplemental] [60% incumbents] Discuss translation requirements with clients and determine any fees to be charged for services provided.
  DWAs: Confer with clients to determine needs.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions.
  DWAs: Verify accuracy of data.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Adapt software and accompanying technical documents to another language and culture.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Supplemental] [59% incumbents] Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials.
  DWAs: Edit written materials.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Listen to speakers' statements to determine meanings and to prepare translations, using electronic listening systems as necessary.
  DWAs: Translate information for others.

[Core] [58% incumbents] Compile information on content and context of information to be translated and on intended audience.
  DWAs: Compile technical information or documentation.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Writing (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  English Language (imp:4.66 lvl:5.08) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Foreign Language (imp:4.13 lvl:4.86) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.88 lvl:4.67) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Education and Training (imp:3.39 lvl:3.90) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:3.22 lvl:4.16) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.07 lvl:2.68) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Law and Government (imp:3.03 lvl:2.84) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.91 lvl:3.33) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Communications and Media (imp:2.55 lvl:2.44) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Psychology (imp:2.53 lvl:2.97) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.48 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.40 lvl:1.85) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:2.37 lvl:2.53) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.24 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Geography (imp:2.18 lvl:2.79) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Telecommunications (imp:2.07 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Biology (imp:2.03 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.88 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Transportation (imp:1.78 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Production and Processing (imp:1.77) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  History and Archeology (imp:1.77 lvl:1.52) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.67) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.67 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Chemistry (imp:1.42 lvl:0.72) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Design (imp:1.39 lvl:0.79) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Physics (imp:1.32 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Mechanical (imp:1.24) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Fine Arts (imp:1.23) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Building and Construction (imp:1.18) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Food Production (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:4.50) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.88 lvl:4.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.88 lvl:4.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Auditory Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Memorization (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Stamina (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Depth Perception (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Static Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Response Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Control Precision (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  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
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  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
  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 ---
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.71 lvl:5.76) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.24 lvl:5.10) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.17 lvl:4.44) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.12 lvl:4.77) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.09 lvl:4.27) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Getting Information (imp:4.03 lvl:4.16) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.94 lvl:4.78) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.78 lvl:3.46) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.75 lvl:3.85) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.71 lvl:4.15) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.69 lvl:4.11) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.58 lvl:4.39) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.54 lvl:3.88) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.51 lvl:3.66) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.48 lvl:3.98) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.30 lvl:3.21) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Working with Computers (imp:3.26 lvl:2.70) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.26 lvl:2.55) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.11 lvl:3.28) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.05 lvl:2.96) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.93 lvl:3.35) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Processing Information (imp:2.90 lvl:3.09) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.90 lvl:2.52) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.88 lvl:2.76) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.85 lvl:2.31) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.84 lvl:2.48) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.81 lvl:2.38) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.67 lvl:2.54) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.67 lvl:2.52) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.62 lvl:2.65) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.53 lvl:2.36) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.51 lvl:2.11) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.21 lvl:1.95) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.13 lvl:2.14) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.81 lvl:1.49) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.81 lvl:1.27) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.73 lvl:1.13) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.67) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.59) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.43) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.24) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:2.76) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.63) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.01) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Integrity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.99) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:1.77) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Sincerity (imp:1.72) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.60) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.58) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.52) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:1.47) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.46) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.46) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:1.38) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:1.25) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.18) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Humility (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.74) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Innovation (imp:0.63) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Optimism (imp:0.45) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  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
  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
  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
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.63) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Instructing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Programming (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  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
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 52,060
  annual_median    : $60,170
  annual_pct10     : $37,070
  annual_pct25     : $46,530
  annual_pct75     : $80,830
  annual_pct90     : $103,660
  annual_mean      : $66,360
  hourly_median    : $28.93

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($109,970)
  lowest_state     : Hawaii ($42,270)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.602x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (48 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   21,620  median: $  60,850
  Educational Services                     emp:   11,030  median: $  61,230
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    9,790  median: $  57,050
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,770  median: $  74,320
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,170  median: $  39,130
  Information                              emp:      960  median: $  72,380
  Manufacturing                            emp:      660  median: $  50,690
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      390  median: $  51,600
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      360  median: $  55,280
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      290  median: $  62,530

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (12 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:   21,620  median: $  60,850
  Educational Services                     emp:   11,030  median: $  61,230
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    9,790  median: $  57,050
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    3,770  median: $  74,320
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    2,170  median: $  39,130
  Information                              emp:      960  median: $  72,380
  Manufacturing                            emp:      660  median: $  50,690
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      390  median: $  51,600
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      360  median: $  55,280
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      290  median: $  62,530

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

  Title: List of translators and interpreters associations (similarity: 0.4416)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_translators_and_interpreters_associations
  QID: Q4071465
  Extract: This is a list of notable translator and interpreter organizations around the world.

  Title: American Translators Association (similarity: 0.5333)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Translators_Association
  QID: Q4064185
  Extract: The American Translators Association (ATA) is the largest professional association of translators and interpreters in the United States with nearly 8,500 members in more than 100 countries.

  Title: National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (similarity: 0.2581)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Accreditation_Authority_for_Translators_and_Interpreters
  QID: Q2067505
  Extract: The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters Ltd is the national standards and certifying body for translators and interpreters in Australia. NAATI's mission, as outlined in the NAATI Constitution, is to set and maintain high national standards in translating and interpretin

  Title: International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters (similarity: 0.2449)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Association_of_Professional_Translators_and_Interpreters
  QID: Q386559
  Extract: The International Association of Professional Translators and Interpreters (IAPTI) is an international professional association of translators and interpreters based in Argentina.

  Title: American Sign Language (similarity: 0.3200)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Sign_Language
  QID: Q14759
  Extract: American Sign Language (ASL) is a natural language that serves as the predominant sign language of deaf communities in the United States and most of Anglophone Canada. ASL is a complete and organized visual language that is expressed by employing both manual and nonmanual features. Besides North Ame

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, abilities, knowledge areas, and wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation has clear task definitions and well-established career pathways.
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tokens_output        : 4,240
cost_usd             : $0.048138
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, with the American Translators Association being the closest related entry representing the professional organization rather than the occupation itself. The semantic neighbors focus on professional associations and certification bodies rather than occupational descriptions.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Interpreters and translators facilitate communication across language barriers by converting spoken, written, or signed content from one language to another. They work in diverse settings from courts and hospitals to international business meetings and educational institutions, ensuring accurate and culturally appropriate communication. These language professionals must possess exceptional bilingual or multilingual abilities combined with deep cultural knowledge and specialized subject matter expertise.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves actively listening to speakers and simultaneously or consecutively interpreting their words into another language while maintaining the original meaning, tone, and intent. They spend considerable time researching terminology and compiling specialized dictionaries for technical subjects like legal, medical, or scientific content. Much of their work involves establishing rapport with clients, coordinating with other professionals, and carefully documenting their interpretations. They regularly consult reference materials including dictionaries, lexicons, and computerized terminology banks to ensure accuracy. Quality control is paramount as they verify translations against original texts and confer with authors or subject matter experts.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful interpreters and translators combine exceptional oral expression and comprehension abilities with superior written communication skills in multiple languages. They possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as accuracy and reliability are crucial for maintaining professional credibility. These professionals excel at active listening and critical thinking, allowing them to quickly process complex information and convey nuanced meanings across cultural contexts. Social perceptiveness helps them navigate interpersonal dynamics and understand cultural subtleties that impact communication. Strong service orientation drives them to meet diverse client needs while maintaining strict ethical standards regarding confidentiality.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a bachelor's degree with 54.7% of professionals holding this credential, while 27.9% advance to master's level education according to O*NET data. Specialized training in translation or interpretation techniques, often combined with subject matter expertise in fields like law, medicine, or business, strengthens career prospects. Many professionals develop fluency through immersive cultural experiences, formal language study, or growing up in multilingual households. Professional certification through organizations like the American Translators Association can enhance credibility and job opportunities.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often leads to specialization in high-demand areas such as legal, medical, or diplomatic interpretation where expertise commands premium rates. Many professionals progress to supervisory roles training and managing other interpreters or establish independent consulting practices serving corporate or government clients. Some transition into related fields like foreign language instruction at the postsecondary level or technical writing where their linguistic skills transfer effectively. Leadership opportunities include roles with international organizations, translation agencies, or language service companies.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The median annual wage is $60,170 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with significant geographic variation from $42,270 in Hawaii to $109,970 in the District of Columbia, representing a 2.60x ratio reflecting demand differences. Employment totals 52,060 professionals nationwide with the 90th percentile earning $103,660 annually. Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services employs the largest share at 21,620 positions, followed by Educational Services with 11,030 and Health Care and Social Assistance with 9,790. Geographic concentration in major metropolitan areas and government centers drives higher compensation, while globalization and immigration patterns create steady demand for language services.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Automation risk remains moderate as machine translation technology continues improving but cannot yet replicate the cultural nuance, real-time adaptation, and interpersonal skills required for high-stakes interpretation. The work activities of interpreting meaning for others and establishing interpersonal relationships are inherently human-centered and resistant to full automation. However, computer-assisted translation tools increasingly support routine document translation, potentially reducing demand for basic written translation work while preserving need for complex interpretation and specialized content.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1124.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require mastery of foreign languages (4.9 level) and English language knowledge (5.1 level) with shared emphasis on oral expression and written communication abilities.
    data: Foreign Language knowledge 4.9 level
    data: English Language knowledge 5.1 level
    data: Oral Expression ability 4.8 level
  [task_similarity] Speech-Language Pathologists (29-1127.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both professions focus on interpreting meaning for others and require exceptional speech clarity (4.6 level) and oral comprehension (4.5 level) abilities.
    data: Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
    data: Speech Clarity 4.6 level
    data: Oral Comprehension 4.5 level
  [knowledge_overlap] Technical Writers (27-3042.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require strong writing skills (4.0 level) and written expression abilities (4.0 level) for converting complex information into accessible formats.
    data: Writing skill 4.0 level
    data: Written Expression 4.0 level
    data: Written Comprehension 4.0 level
  [riasec_cluster] Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors (25-3011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both occupations show strong Conventional (4.79) and Artistic (4.28) RIASEC patterns reflecting structured language work with creative adaptation needs.
    data: Conventional 4.79
    data: Artistic 4.28
    data: Educational Services employment 11,030
  [transferable_skill] Proofreaders and Copy Markers (43-9081.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles emphasize attention to detail work style and require verification of accuracy through careful review of written materials.
    data: Attention to Detail work style
    data: Verify accuracy of data task
    data: Written Comprehension 4.0 level
  [career_pathway] Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education (25-2031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Educational Services employs 11,030 interpreters and translators, with many adapting translations to student cognitive levels and educating about interpreter roles.
    data: Educational Services 11,030 employed
    data: Adapt translations to students' cognitive levels
    data: Educate students, parents, staff about interpreter roles

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
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  exclude_keywords : ['machine translation', 'software localization', 'voice recognition', 'transcription', 'stenographer']
  title_patterns   : ['*Interpreter', '*Translator', 'ASL Interpreter', 'Court Interpreter', 'Medical Interpreter']
  common_variations: ['American Sign Language Interpreter', 'ASL Interpreter', 'Community Interpreter', 'Court Interpreter', 'Medical Interpreter', 'Conference Interpreter', 'Simultaneous Interpreter', 'Consecutive Interpreter']

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tendency                   42  0.01532  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  23  0.00839  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
language                   22  0.00802  wikipedia            wikipedia:36%  inference:36%  onet_dimensions:18%
principles                 16  0.00583  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  15  0.00547  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  onet_tasks:20%  dwas:7%
translators                13  0.00474  wikipedia            wikipedia:62%  inference:31%  onet_tasks:8%
control                    13  0.00474  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  inference:8%
interpreters               12  0.00438  wikipedia            wikipedia:58%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:17%
includes                   12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00438  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
technical                  11  0.00401  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:27%  onet_dimensions:27%  inference:27%
written                    11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:27%  onet_tasks:9%
needs                      11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  dwas:9%  wikipedia:9%
standards                  11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  wikipedia:18%  inference:9%
techniques                 11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       11  0.00401  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  wikipedia:9%
asl                        11  0.00401  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
maintaining                10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:10%
services                   10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:10%
quickly                    10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
activities                 10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
orientation                10  0.00365  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
translation                 9  0.00328  inference            inference:67%  onet_tasks:33%
problems                    9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00328  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
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hand                        8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
needed                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
understand                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
human                       8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
events                      8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00292  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
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