[Core] [52% incumbents] Negotiate and arrange transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
  DWAs: Negotiate financial arrangements. | Coordinate operational activities.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Determine method of shipment and prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
  DWAs: Analyze shipping information to make routing decisions.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Track delivery progress of shipments.
  DWAs: Track goods or materials.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Estimate freight or postal rates and record shipment costs and weights.
  DWAs: Calculate shipping costs.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Keep records of all goods shipped, received, and stored.
  DWAs: Record shipping information.

[Core] [52% incumbents] Retrieve stored items and trace lost shipments as necessary.
  DWAs: Track goods or materials.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Prepare manifests showing numbers of airplane passengers and baggage, mail, and freight weights, transmitting data to destinations.
  DWAs: Maintain operational records.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Arrange insurance coverage for goods.
  DWAs: Arrange insurance coverage.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Contact vendors or claims adjustment departments to resolve shipment problems or contact service depots to arrange for repairs.
  DWAs: Coordinate shipping activities with external parties.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Inspect and count items received and check them against invoices or other documents, recording shortages and rejecting damaged goods.
  DWAs: Inspect items for damage or defects. | Inspect shipments to ensure correct order fulfillment.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Direct delivery trucks to shipping doors or designated marshaling areas and help load and unload goods safely.
  DWAs: Load materials or equipment. | Unload materials or equipment.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Pack goods for shipping, using tools such as staplers, strapping machines, and hammers.
  DWAs: Package objects for shipping.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Attach address labels, identification codes, and shipping instructions to containers.
  DWAs: Attach identification information to products, items or containers.

[Supplemental] [52% incumbents] Open cargo containers and unwrap contents, using steel cutters, crowbars, or other hand tools.
  DWAs: Load materials or equipment.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Advise clients on transportation and payment methods.
  DWAs: Recommend packing or shipping methods.

[Core] [51% incumbents] Notify consignees, passengers, or customers of freight or baggage arrival and arrange for delivery.
  DWAs: Provide notifications to customers or patrons.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Install straps, braces, and padding to loads to prevent shifting or damage during shipment.
  DWAs: Package objects for shipping.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Check import or export documentation to determine cargo contents and use tariff coding system to classify goods according to fee or tariff group.
  DWAs: Verify shipping documentation.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Route received goods to first available flight or to appropriate storage areas or departments, using forklifts, hand trucks, or other equipment.
  DWAs: Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Assemble containers and crates used to transport items, such as machines or vehicles.
  DWAs: Assemble wood products.

[Supplemental] [51% incumbents] Maintain a supply of packing materials.
  DWAs: Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Coordinate and supervise activities of workers engaged in packing and shipping merchandise.
  DWAs: Supervise clerical or administrative personnel.

[Supplemental] [50% incumbents] Direct or participate in cargo loading to ensure completeness of load and even distribution of weight.
  DWAs: Load materials or equipment. | Manage clerical or administrative activities.

[Core] [49% incumbents] Enter shipping information into a computer by hand or by a hand-held scanner that reads bar codes on goods.
  DWAs: Enter information into databases or software programs.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Listening (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Transportation (imp:4.57 lvl:4.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Geography (imp:4.50 lvl:4.37) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Public Safety and Security (imp:4.03 lvl:3.63) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:3.92 lvl:3.10) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:3.89 lvl:4.23) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Education and Training (imp:3.47 lvl:3.39) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Law and Government (imp:3.45 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Telecommunications (imp:3.43 lvl:1.95) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Administrative (imp:3.38 lvl:3.79) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Communications and Media (imp:3.00 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Production and Processing (imp:2.91 lvl:2.55) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.80 lvl:2.43) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.76 lvl:2.67) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Mathematics (imp:2.72 lvl:3.08) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Mechanical (imp:2.59 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.46 lvl:2.87) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.44 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.43 lvl:2.32) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Building and Construction (imp:1.96 lvl:1.55) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Psychology (imp:1.95 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Foreign Language (imp:1.85 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.69 lvl:1.53) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Biology (imp:1.66) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.65 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:1.64 lvl:1.26) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Food Production (imp:1.63 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Design (imp:1.40) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Chemistry (imp:1.37) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Fine Arts (imp:1.27) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Physics (imp:1.10 lvl:0.49) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:3.75) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Near Vision (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  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:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Information Ordering (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Number Facility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Far Vision (imp:2.38 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Visualization (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Reaction Time (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Static Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Stamina (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  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

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.13 lvl:3.76) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.87 lvl:3.97) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.87 lvl:3.89) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.60 lvl:4.38) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.45 lvl:3.34) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.44 lvl:3.39) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.44 lvl:3.28) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.42 lvl:3.87) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.41 lvl:4.35) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.39 lvl:3.13) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.38 lvl:3.46) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.32 lvl:3.52) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.32 lvl:3.28) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.22 lvl:3.12) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.21 lvl:2.67) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.21 lvl:3.19) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.17 lvl:3.01) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Processing Information (imp:3.14 lvl:3.18) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Working with Computers (imp:3.14 lvl:2.60) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.09 lvl:3.22) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.02 lvl:3.43) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:2.99 lvl:3.08) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.95 lvl:3.09) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.92 lvl:2.76) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.89 lvl:2.34) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:2.76 lvl:3.14) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.69 lvl:2.64) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.68 lvl:2.44) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.66 lvl:2.83) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.59 lvl:2.45) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.51 lvl:2.89) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.28) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.48 lvl:2.50) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.32 lvl:2.34) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.29 lvl:2.21) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.20 lvl:2.42) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.18) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.14 lvl:1.77) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:1.99 lvl:1.95) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.95 lvl:1.18) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:1.93) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.37) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:1.73) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.41) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:1.38) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:1.32) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:1.31) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.29) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:1.27) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.18) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.16) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:1.15) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Initiative (imp:1.10) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.97) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.69) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Sincerity (imp:0.65) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.52) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility (imp:0.47) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.35) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.33) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Innovation (imp:0.07) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  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
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Negotiation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — 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.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.38 lvl:1.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.62 lvl:1.25) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 97,670
  annual_median    : $52,260
  annual_pct10     : $38,340
  annual_pct25     : $45,710
  annual_pct75     : $63,390
  annual_pct90     : $79,810
  annual_mean      : $57,230
  hourly_median    : $25.13

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : District of Columbia ($76,250)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($28,600)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.666x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (51 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   89,580  median: $  52,260
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    3,320  median: $  49,510
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    2,420  median: $  53,320
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      800  median: $  54,390
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      780  median: $  60,520
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      300  median: $  66,560
  Manufacturing                            emp:      160  median: $  58,080
  Retail Trade                             emp:       80  median: $  58,230

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (8 total) ---
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:   89,580  median: $  52,260
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    3,320  median: $  49,510
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:    2,420  median: $  53,320
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      800  median: $  54,390
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      780  median: $  60,520
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      300  median: $  66,560
  Manufacturing                            emp:      160  median: $  58,080
  Retail Trade                             emp:       80  median: $  58,230

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T22:27:53.162589Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Freight forwarder (similarity: 0.4878)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_forwarder
  QID: Q840850
  Extract: A freight forwarder or forwarding agent is a person or a company who co-ordinates and organizes the movement of shipments on behalf of a shipper by liaising with carriers. The carriers may use a variety of shipping modes, including ships, airplanes, trucks, and railroads, and often use multiple mode

  Title: HAFFA (similarity: 0.1379)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HAFFA
  QID: Q5628895
  Extract: The Hong Kong Association of Freight Forwarding & Logistics Ltd (HAFFA) is a non-profit organization which promotes, protects and develops the carriage of goods generally, and the businesses of cargo forwarding agents and logistics service providers in particular.

  Title: Freight broker (similarity: 0.4737)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_broker
  QID: Q65090774
  Extract: A freight broker is an intermediary between a shipper and a freight service provider. Freight brokers can specialize in certain types of freight, such as equipment hauling on lowboys, oversize, bulk tanker, auto, or other types of freight transportation.

  Title: Freight transport (similarity: 0.5366)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freight_transport
  QID: Q651658
  Extract: Freight transport, also referred to as freight forwarding, is the physical process of transporting commercial products and merchandise goods and cargo. The term shipping originally referred to transport by sea but in American English, it has been extended to refer to transport by land or air as well

  Title: Cargo ship (similarity: 0.4118)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cargo_ship
  QID: Q105999
  Extract: A cargo ship or freighter is a merchant ship designed to transport goods, commodities, and materials across seas and oceans to help others, or to ship to stores. These ships form the backbone of international trade, carrying the majority of global freight by volume. Cargo ships vary widely in size a

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data with detailed task descriptions, clear skill requirements, and robust wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. The occupation has well-defined boundaries and distinct responsibilities within the transportation sector.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T22:32:52.099823+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,551
tokens_output        : 4,302
cost_usd             : $0.047599
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match exists, but related articles on freight forwarding and freight brokerage provide context for understanding the broader logistics coordination role. The closest semantic match with 'Freight transport' (0.537 similarity) indicates the occupation operates within the physical freight movement ecosystem.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Cargo and Freight Agents coordinate and expedite the movement of goods through transportation terminals and shipping facilities, serving as operational intermediaries between customers and carriers. They prepare shipping documents, track shipments, negotiate with carriers, and ensure regulatory compliance throughout the freight movement process. These professionals work primarily in airline terminals, trucking facilities, train yards, and shipping docks to maintain the flow of commercial cargo.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Cargo and Freight Agents begin their day by reviewing incoming shipment schedules and coordinating with carriers to arrange pickup and delivery of freight. They negotiate transport arrangements with shipping companies while preparing bills of lading, invoices, and other required documentation. Throughout the day, they track delivery progress of active shipments, estimate freight rates, and maintain detailed records of all goods shipped, received, and stored. When problems arise, they contact vendors or claims departments to resolve issues, inspect incoming items against invoices, and arrange insurance coverage for valuable cargo. They frequently communicate with external parties to coordinate shipping activities and may need to retrieve stored items or trace lost shipments.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as Cargo and Freight Agents possess strong conventional tendencies with attention to detail and systematic approach to documentation and record-keeping. They demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, as they frequently negotiate with carriers and coordinate with multiple parties throughout the shipping process. Successful agents are dependable and adaptable, able to solve problems quickly when shipments encounter delays or issues. They have strong organizational skills to manage multiple shipments simultaneously and the ability to work under time pressure in fast-paced terminal environments.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most Cargo and Freight Agents enter the field with a bachelor's degree (30.8%) or some college coursework (19.1%), while 18.1% hold post-secondary certificates in relevant areas such as transportation or logistics. Employers typically provide on-the-job training covering transportation regulations, documentation procedures, and company-specific systems. Prior experience in customer service, warehousing, or administrative roles provides valuable background for understanding operational processes and customer interaction requirements.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement typically leads to supervisory positions such as Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor or advancement into specialized roles like Customs Broker requiring additional licensing. Many agents transition into freight forwarding operations or logistics coordination roles with increased responsibility for route planning and carrier relationships. The foundational knowledge of transportation systems and regulatory requirements opens pathways into supply chain management, import/export operations, or transportation planning roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, Cargo and Freight Agents earn a median annual wage of $52,260, with the range spanning from $38,340 to $79,810 (10th to 90th percentile). Employment totals 97,670 positions nationally, with significant geographic variation - District of Columbia offers the highest wages at $76,250 while Puerto Rico shows the lowest at $28,600, representing a 2.67x ratio. The vast majority of positions (89,580) are concentrated in Transportation and Warehousing industries, with smaller numbers in Professional Services (3,320) and Management companies (2,420). Demand remains steady as global trade continues to drive freight movement requirements.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Cargo and Freight Agents face moderate automation risk as routine documentation tasks and shipment tracking increasingly move to automated systems. However, the role's emphasis on negotiation, problem-solving, and coordination with external parties provides protection against full automation. The need for human judgment in resolving shipping problems, arranging insurance coverage, and adapting to unexpected logistics challenges will likely maintain demand for human agents in the near term.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Freight Forwarders (43-5011.01) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Freight Forwarders represent a specialized advancement path with similar transportation knowledge but greater focus on international shipping coordination.
    data: Transportation knowledge (4.6)
    data: Administration and Management knowledge (4.2)
    data: Negotiation skills (3.1)
  [task_similarity] Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks (43-5071.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve documenting/recording information (3.9), handling and moving objects (3.6), and inspecting items against documentation.
    data: Documenting/Recording Information (3.9)
    data: Handling and Moving Objects (3.6)
    data: Attention to Detail work style
  [knowledge_overlap] Customs Brokers (13-1041.08) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Customs Brokers share essential Law and Government knowledge (3.5) and Transportation expertise (4.6) required for international freight movement.
    data: Law and Government knowledge (3.5)
    data: Transportation knowledge (4.6)
    data: Administration and Management (3.9)
  [skill_overlap] Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance (43-5032.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles require coordination skills (3.0), monitoring processes (3.4), and telecommunication knowledge for managing logistics operations.
    data: Coordination skills (3.0)
    data: Monitoring Processes (3.4)
    data: Telecommunications knowledge (3.4)
  [riasec_cluster] Order Clerks (43-4151.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupy the conventional RIASEC cluster with strong documentation focus and customer service orientation in commercial environments.
    data: Conventional RIASEC profile (6.32)
    data: Service Orientation (3.0)
    data: Customer interaction emphasis
  [career_pathway] Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors (53-1041.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors represent a direct supervisory advancement path within the same transportation sector with similar knowledge requirements.
    data: Transportation knowledge overlap
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge (4.0)
    data: Leadership progression

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['cargo agent', 'freight agent', 'shipping coordinator', 'freight coordinator', 'cargo coordinator', 'export specialist', 'freight booker', 'cargo customer service']
  exclude_keywords : ['pilot', 'driver', 'mechanic', 'warehouse worker', 'loader']
  title_patterns   : ['*cargo*agent*', '*freight*agent*', '*export*coordinator*', '*cargo*specialist*', '*freight*coordinator*']
  common_variations: ['air cargo agent', 'freight booking agent', 'cargo customer service agent', 'export compliance specialist', 'freight router', 'cargo warehouse agent', 'container coordinator', 'air freight coordinator']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'freight', 'equipment', 'shipping', 'goods', 'materials', 'cargo', 'principles', 'activities', 'objects', 'problems', 'control', 'includes', 'hand', 'ideas', 'techniques', 'quickly', 'body', 'agents']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01464  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01359  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  wikipedia:3%
freight                    32  0.01115  inference            inference:47%  wikipedia:41%  onet_tasks:12%
equipment                  31  0.01081  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:74%  dwas:19%  onet_tasks:3%
shipping                   24  0.00836  dwas                 dwas:33%  onet_tasks:29%  inference:29%
goods                      22  0.00767  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:41%  wikipedia:23%  onet_dimensions:18%
materials                  19  0.00662  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:53%  dwas:37%  onet_tasks:5%
cargo                      18  0.00627  inference            inference:50%  wikipedia:33%  onet_tasks:17%
principles                 16  0.00558  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 14  0.00488  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  dwas:21%  onet_tasks:7%
objects                    14  0.00488  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:86%  dwas:14%
problems                   13  0.00453  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:69%  inference:23%  onet_tasks:8%
control                    12  0.00418  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
includes                   12  0.00418  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
hand                       11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  onet_tasks:36%
ideas                      11  0.00383  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
techniques                 10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                    10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00349  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
agents                     10  0.00349  inference            inference:90%  wikipedia:10%
transport                   9  0.00314  wikipedia            wikipedia:56%  onet_tasks:22%  inference:22%
shipments                   9  0.00314  inference            inference:56%  onet_tasks:22%  dwas:11%
machines                    9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
transportation              9  0.00314  inference            inference:67%  onet_tasks:11%  onet_dimensions:11%
procedures                  9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
human                       9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
management                  9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
products                    9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:33%  wikipedia:11%
orientation                 9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
movement                    9  0.00314  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:44%  wikipedia:11%
arrange                     8  0.00279  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:25%  onet_dimensions:12%
shipment                    8  0.00279  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  wikipedia:25%  inference:25%
documentation               8  0.00279  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:12%  onet_dimensions:12%
understanding               8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  inference:25%
needs                       8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
rules                       8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
moving                      8  0.00279  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  dwas:12%