[Core] [64% incumbents] Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.
  DWAs: Process sales or other transactions.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Greet customers entering establishments.
  DWAs: Greet customers, patrons, or visitors.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Answer incoming phone calls.
  DWAs: Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Process merchandise returns and exchanges.
  DWAs: Process sales or other transactions.

[Core] [64% incumbents] Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas, and complete other general cleaning duties, such as mopping floors and emptying trash cans.
  DWAs: Clean work areas.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Calculate total payments received during a time period, and reconcile this with total sales.
  DWAs: Reconcile records of sales or other financial transactions. | Calculate costs of goods or services.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Issue trading stamps, and redeem food stamps and coupons.
  DWAs: Issue money, credit, or vouchers. | Process sales or other transactions.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Post charges against guests' or patients' accounts.
  DWAs: Record sales or transactions data.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Assist with duties in other areas of the store, such as monitoring fitting rooms or bagging and carrying out customers' items.
  DWAs: Monitor sales activities. | Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Bag, box, wrap, or gift-wrap merchandise, and prepare packages for shipment.
  DWAs: Package objects for shipping. | Prepare outgoing shipments.

[Supplemental] [64% incumbents] Cash checks for customers.
  DWAs: Issue money, credit, or vouchers.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.
  DWAs: Issue money, credit, or vouchers.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints.
  DWAs: Explain technical product or service information to customers. | Answer customer questions about goods or services.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Monitor checkout stations to ensure they have adequate cash available and are staffed appropriately.
  DWAs: Monitor sales activities.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Establish or identify prices of goods, services, or admission, and tabulate bills, using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners.
  DWAs: Calculate costs of goods or services.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies.
  DWAs: Explain technical product or service information to customers. | Answer customer questions about goods or services.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Request information or assistance, using paging systems.
  DWAs: Communicate with other workers to coordinate activities.

[Core] [63% incumbents] Help customers find the location of products.
  DWAs: Provide customers with general information or assistance.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.
  DWAs: Reconcile records of sales or other financial transactions.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Weigh items sold by weight to determine prices.
  DWAs: Calculate weights, volumes or other characteristics of materials.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Sort, count, and wrap currency and coins.
  DWAs: Prepare cash for deposit or disbursement.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Supervise others and provide on-the-job training.
  DWAs: Train sales personnel. | Supervise sales or support personnel.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Sell tickets and other items to customers.
  DWAs: Sell products or services.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Stock shelves, sort and reshelve returned items, and mark prices on items and shelves.
  DWAs: Stock products or parts.

[Supplemental] [63% incumbents] Offer customers carry-out service at the completion of transactions.
  DWAs: Provide customers with general information or assistance.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Compute and record totals of transactions.
  DWAs: Calculate costs of goods or services. | Maintain records of sales or other business transactions.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Keep periodic balance sheets of amounts and numbers of transactions.
  DWAs: Maintain records of sales or other business transactions.

[Supplemental] [62% incumbents] Compile and maintain non-monetary reports and records.
  DWAs: Maintain records of sales or other business transactions.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Reading Comprehension (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.12) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Monitoring (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Writing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.25 lvl:0.12) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.05 lvl:4.36) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:3.37 lvl:2.92) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Sales and Marketing (imp:3.07 lvl:3.03) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Administration and Management (imp:2.87 lvl:2.79) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Mathematics (imp:2.86 lvl:2.84) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administrative (imp:2.84 lvl:2.98) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.69 lvl:3.05) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.62 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Law and Government (imp:2.52 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Education and Training (imp:2.37 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Telecommunications (imp:2.14 lvl:1.33) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.09 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Communications and Media (imp:2.09 lvl:1.69) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Transportation (imp:1.94 lvl:1.49) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Psychology (imp:1.90 lvl:1.79) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Production and Processing (imp:1.82 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Foreign Language (imp:1.74 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Mechanical (imp:1.71 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.60) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Chemistry (imp:1.55 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Food Production (imp:1.52 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.49 lvl:0.81) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.47) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.44) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.42) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Physics (imp:1.36) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Building and Construction (imp:1.34) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Design (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Geography (imp:1.31) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Biology (imp:1.09) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  History and Archeology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Information Ordering (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Time Sharing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Number Facility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Written Expression (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Control Precision (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Far Vision (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Visualization (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.75 lvl:1.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Rate Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Depth Perception (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  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 ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.19 lvl:2.63) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.02 lvl:3.35) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.13 lvl:3.62) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.03 lvl:2.76) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.03 lvl:2.16) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:2.95 lvl:2.57) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:2.92 lvl:1.88) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Working with Computers (imp:2.87 lvl:2.15) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:2.75 lvl:2.57) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.68 lvl:3.06) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.67 lvl:2.09) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.60 lvl:1.92) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.58 lvl:2.02) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.57 lvl:2.10) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.57 lvl:2.23) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.49 lvl:1.83) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.44 lvl:1.98) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.43 lvl:2.02) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.43 lvl:1.96) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.42 lvl:2.31) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.42 lvl:1.95) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:2.37 lvl:1.60) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.36 lvl:1.72) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Processing Information (imp:2.29 lvl:1.89) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.27 lvl:1.78) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.23 lvl:1.60) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.18 lvl:1.59) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.17 lvl:1.47) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.14 lvl:1.58) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.14 lvl:1.59) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.14 lvl:1.67) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.02 lvl:0.97) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.01 lvl:1.41) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.95 lvl:1.25) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:1.94 lvl:1.47) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:1.91 lvl:1.24) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:1.73 lvl:1.09) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.64) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.53 lvl:0.87) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.46) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.34 lvl:0.54) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Social Orientation (imp:1.97) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cooperation (imp:1.92) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.92) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.50) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Optimism (imp:1.46) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:1.32) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Sincerity (imp:1.09) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.97) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Humility (imp:0.84) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Adaptability (imp:0.59) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.58) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance (imp:0.55) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.32) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Initiative (imp:0.30) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  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 
  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
  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
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:-0.27) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.36) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.41) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.47) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Persuasion (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Instructing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.00) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.00) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.00) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  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.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  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 : 3,089,410
  annual_median    : $32,880
  annual_pct10     : $24,530
  annual_pct25     : $28,720
  annual_pct75     : $36,330
  annual_pct90     : $40,410
  annual_mean      : $33,180
  hourly_median    : $15.81

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($38,880)
  lowest_state     : Guam ($21,610)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.799x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp: 2,552,720  median: $  33,070
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:  342,270  median: $  31,600
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   49,400  median: $  32,240
  Manufacturing                            emp:   26,780  median: $  34,350
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:   24,860  median: $  33,830
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   22,840  median: $  36,400
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   19,070  median: $  33,850
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   11,950  median: $  35,900
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   11,300  median: $  34,290
  Educational Services                     emp:    8,020  median: $  35,210

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (18 total) ---
  Retail Trade                             emp: 2,552,720  median: $  33,070
  Accommodation and Food Services          emp:  342,270  median: $  31,600
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:   49,400  median: $  32,240
  Manufacturing                            emp:   26,780  median: $  34,350
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:   24,860  median: $  33,830
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   22,840  median: $  36,400
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:   19,070  median: $  33,850
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:   11,950  median: $  35,900
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   11,300  median: $  34,290
  Educational Services                     emp:    8,020  median: $  35,210

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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
A retail cashier or simply a cashier is a person who handles the cash register at various locations such as the point of sale in a retail store. The most common use of the title is in the retail industry, but this job title is also used in the context of accountancy for the person responsible for receiving and disbursing money or within branch banking in the United Kingdom for the job known in the United States as a bank teller.


== Retail ==

In a shop, a cashier (or checkout operator) is an employee who scans the goods that the customer wishes to purchase through a cash register. In most modern stores, the items are scanned by a barcode positioned on the item with the use of a laser scanner. After all of the items have been scanned, the cashier then collects the payment (in cash, check, and/or by credit/debit card) for the goods or services exchanged, records the amount received, makes change, and issues receipts or tickets to customers. Cashiers record amounts received, may prepare reports of transactions, and verify cash register totals against cash on hand. A cashier may be required to know value and features of items for which money is received; may cash checks; may give cash refunds or issue credit memorandums to customers for returned merchandise; and may operate ticket-dispensing machines and the like.
In one form or another, cashiers have been around for thousands of years. In many businesses, such as grocery stores, working as a cashier is often an entry-level position. Many employers require employees to be cashiers in order to move up to customer service or other positions.
Cashiers may be at risk of repetitive strain injuries due to the repeated movements required by the job, such as entering information on a keypad, moving product over a scanner, and standing on one's feet for several hours.


=== Demographics ===
In the United States, the majority of cashiers are women. According to Data USA, as of 2023, an estimated 71% of cashiers are female.


=== Job outlook ===
In the United States, the employed number of cashiers is expected to decline. From 2023 to 2033, the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects an 11% job outlook decline.


=== Salary ===
In 2022, the median salary in the United States for a cashier was $28,240.


== Alternative types of cashiers ==


=== Accountancy ===
A less-current meaning of the term referred responsible for receiving and disbursing money in a business. In a non-retail business, this would be a position of significant responsibility. With an ever-larger proportion of transactions being done using cash substitutes (such as checks, credit cards, and debit cards), the amount of cash handled by such employees has declined, and this usage of the word "cashier" has been largely supplanted by the title comptroller.


=== Retail banking ===
In a bank branch in the United Kingdom, a cashier is someone who enables customers to interact with their accounts, such as by accepting and disbursing money and accepting checks. In the United States, the job title is bank teller.


=== Virtual cashier ===
Virtual cashiers are professionals who manage point-of-sale interactions remotely via live digital interfaces, replacing the traditional in-person role. Percy introduced this concept in Canada which became controversial.


== Notable cashiers ==
Many notable public figures have worked as cashiers, typically before beginning gaining public notoriety. However, several have chosen to work as cashiers during or after their public careers. 
Notable cashiers have included entertainers and celebrities such as Cardi B, Nick Cannon, Steve Carell, Eva Longoria, Geoffrey Owens, and Ming-Na Wen. Additionally, politicians who have worked as cashiers include U.S. Secretary of War Harry Hines Woodring and U.S. Vice President JD Vance.


=== Fictional cashiers ===
Flo, in commercials for Progressive Insurance
Lois, in the television series Malcolm in the Middle
Irene Morrison, in the film Down to the Bone
Howard Prince, in the film The Front, played by Woody Allen
Ted, in the film Ted, voiced by Seth MacFarlane
Squidward Tentacles, in the animated TV show SpongeBob SquarePants
Romy White, in the film Romy and Michele's High School Reunion
Each member of The Tenderloins have posed as cashiers for their show Impractical Jokers


== See also ==
Cashier balancing
Legal cashier
Chief Cashier of the Bank of England
Right to sit


== References ==


== External links ==

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Cashiers, North Carolina (similarity: 0.5000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cashiers%2C_North_Carolina
  QID: Q2023245
  Extract: Cashiers is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated village located in southern Jackson County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2020 United States census, the community had a total population of 657, up from 157 at the 2010 census. Cashiers is pronounced KASH-erz locally, and is 

  Title: National Treasure (film) (similarity: 0.1875)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Treasure_(film)
  QID: Q309366
  Extract: National Treasure is a 2004 action-adventure heist film released by Walt Disney Pictures. It was directed by Jon Turteltaub, written by Jim Kouf and the Wibberleys, and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. It is the first film in the National Treasure franchise and stars Nicolas Cage in the lead role, Har

  Title: Next (2007 film) (similarity: 0.0833)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_(2007_film)
  QID: Q728539
  Extract: Next is a 2007 American sci-fi action thriller film directed by Lee Tamahori and starring Nicolas Cage, Julianne Moore, Jessica Biel, Thomas Kretschmann, Tory Kittles, and Peter Falk. The film's original script was loosely based on the 1954 science fiction short story "The Golden Man" by Philip K. D

  Title: Mandy (2018 film) (similarity: 0.1600)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandy_(2018_film)
  QID: Q47486507
  Extract: Mandy is a 2018 surrealist action horror film directed by Panos Cosmatos, from a screenplay he co-wrote with Aaron Stewart-Ahn, and based on a story by Cosmatos. A co-production between Belgium and the United States, it stars Nicolas Cage, Andrea Riseborough, Linus Roache, Ned Dennehy, Olwen Fouéré,

  Title: Brian Cox (physicist) (similarity: 0.2759)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Cox_(physicist)
  QID: Q463581
  Extract: Brian Edward Cox is an English physicist and musician. He is a professor of particle physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Manchester and the Royal Society Professor for Public Engagement in Science. He is best known to the public as the presenter of science program

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Cashiers are front-line retail workers who process customer transactions, handle cash and payment methods, and provide basic customer service at checkout counters. They operate point-of-sale systems, cash registers, and payment processing equipment while maintaining accuracy in financial transactions. This role serves as the final customer touchpoint in most retail establishments, requiring strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical cashier begins their shift by counting down their cash drawer and ensuring their point-of-sale system is functioning properly. Throughout the day, they greet customers, scan merchandise barcodes, process various payment methods including cash, credit cards, and mobile payments, and handle returns or exchanges following store policies. They maintain clean checkout areas, assist customers with questions about products or store policies, and may help with bagging merchandise. During busy periods, they work efficiently to minimize customer wait times while ensuring transaction accuracy. At shift end, they reconcile their cash drawer with sales records and prepare deposits.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful cashiers possess strong social orientation and dependability, as evidenced by the role's high emphasis on customer service knowledge and interpersonal relationships. They excel at routine, detail-oriented work that requires consistent accuracy and can handle repetitive tasks without losing focus. Individuals with good oral communication abilities and problem sensitivity thrive in managing customer interactions and resolving payment issues. The conventional RIASEC profile (C:6.21) indicates those who prefer structured environments with clear procedures will find satisfaction in this role. People who enjoy brief, positive social interactions throughout their workday and take pride in providing efficient service tend to excel as cashiers.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most cashier positions require minimal formal education, with 44.3% of workers holding a high school diploma and 37.3% having less than high school education according to the occupation's education distribution. New hires typically receive on-the-job training covering point-of-sale systems, company policies, and customer service standards. Many employers prefer candidates with basic math skills and some customer service experience, though neither is strictly required. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates very little to some preparation is needed, making this an accessible entry-point role for many workers.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Cashier experience provides foundational customer service and retail operations knowledge that transfers to various advancement opportunities. Natural progressions include retail salesperson roles, customer service representative positions, or advancement to first-line supervisory positions overseeing other cashiers and retail workers. Some cashiers transition to specialized roles like tellers in financial institutions or counter clerks in service industries. The transferable skills in service orientation, social perceptiveness, and time management open pathways into broader customer service careers or retail management tracks.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The cashier occupation employs over 3 million workers nationwide with a median annual wage of $32,880 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Wages range from $24,530 at the 10th percentile to $40,410 at the 90th percentile, with significant geographic variation from $21,610 in Guam to $38,880 in the District of Columbia. The retail trade sector dominates employment with 2.55 million positions, followed by accommodation and food services with 342,270 positions. Despite automation concerns, the large employment base and constant consumer interaction requirements suggest continued demand, particularly in establishments requiring personalized customer service. Geographic wage variations reflect local cost of living and labor market conditions, with urban areas typically offering higher compensation.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Cashier roles face moderate automation pressure from self-checkout systems and mobile payment technologies, though complete displacement remains limited by customer service requirements and complex transaction handling needs. The role's emphasis on interpersonal relationships and problem-solving during customer interactions provides some protection against full automation. However, routine transaction processing elements are increasingly automated, potentially reducing overall employment demand while elevating the importance of customer service and problem-resolution capabilities.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [task_similarity] Tellers (43-3071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles center on financial transaction processing, cash handling, and customer service in face-to-face interactions.
    data: Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards
    data: Calculate total payments received
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge overlap
  [riasec_cluster] Retail Salespersons (41-2031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both share conventional work preferences and customer service orientation within retail environments.
    data: Both in sales vertical
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge
    data: Performing for or Working Directly with the Public activity
  [skill_overlap] Customer Service Representatives (43-4051.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Significant overlap in active listening, speaking, and customer service skills required for customer interaction roles.
    data: Active Listening skill overlap
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge
    data: Social Perceptiveness transferable skill
  [career_pathway] First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers (41-1011.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Natural advancement path from cashier to supervising other retail workers with similar operational knowledge.
    data: Sales vertical progression
    data: Retail Trade industry employment
    data: Administration and Management knowledge development
  [wage_band] Counter and Rental Clerks (41-2021.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar job zone requirements and transaction processing responsibilities likely result in comparable compensation levels.
    data: Job Zone 2 classification
    data: Transaction processing tasks
    data: Customer service focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['cashier', 'cash register', 'checkout', 'point of sale', 'transaction processing', 'payment processing', 'retail checkout', 'cash handling']
  exclude_keywords : ['bank teller', 'accounting clerk', 'bookkeeper', 'financial analyst', 'loan officer']
  title_patterns   : ['*cashier*', '*cash register*', '*checkout*', '*pos*', '*point of sale*']
  common_variations: ['retail cashier', 'store cashier', 'checkout clerk', 'cash register operator', 'pos operator', 'checkout operator', 'sales cashier', 'front end cashier']

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