__Conventional Occupations: Statisticians
Statisticians
! Personality Code: CI
! Education/Training Required: Master’s
degree
! Annual Earnings: $69,900
! Beginning Wage: $38,140
! Earnings Growth Potential: High
! Growth: 8.5%
! Annual Job Openings: 3,433
! Self-Employed: 6.0%
! Part-Time: 13.1%Engage in the development of mathematical the-
ory or apply statistical theory and methods to col-
lect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical
data to provide usable information. May special-
ize in fi elds such as bio-statistics, agricultural sta-
tistics, business statistics, economic statistics, or
other fi elds. Report results of statistical analyses,
including information in the form of graphs, charts,
and tables. Process large amounts of data for statis-
tical modeling and graphic analysis, using comput-
ers. Identify relationships and trends in data, as well
as any factors that could aff ect the results of research.
Analyze and interpret statistical data in order to iden-
tify signifi cant diff erences in relationships among
sources of information. Prepare data for processing
by organizing information, checking for any inac-
curacies, and adjusting and weighting the raw data.
Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used
to obtain data in order to ensure validity, applica-
bility, effi ciency, and accuracy. Evaluate sources of
information in order to determine any limitations
in terms of reliability or usability. Plan data collec-
tion methods for specifi c projects and determine the
types and sizes of sample groups to be used. Design
research projects that apply valid scientifi c techniques
and utilize information obtained from baselines or
historical data in order to structure uncompromised
and effi cient analyses. Develop an understanding of
fi elds to which statistical methods are to be applied
in order to determine whether methods and results
are appropriate. Supervise and provide instructionsto prevent payment of protested checks. Maintain
fi les of canceled checks and customers’ signatures.
Match statements with batches of canceled checks by
account numbers. Weigh envelopes containing state-
ments to determine correct postage and affi x postage,
using stamps or metering equipment. Load machines
with statements, cancelled checks, and envelopes to
prepare statements for distribution to customers or
stuff envelopes by hand. Retrieve checks returned to
customers in error, adjusting customer accounts and
answering inquiries about errors as necessary. Route
statements for mailing or over-the-counter delivery
to customers. Monitor equipment to ensure proper
operation. Fix minor problems, such as equipment
jams, and notify repair personnel of major equip-
ment problems.
GOE—Interest Area/Cluster: 04. Business and
Administration. Work Group: 04.06. Mathematical
Clerical Support. Other Jobs in " is Work Group:
Billing and Posting Clerks and Machine Opera-
tors; Billing, Cost, and Rate Clerks; Bookkeeping,
Accounting, and Auditing Clerks; Brokerage Clerks;
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks; Tax Preparers.
Skills: None met the criteria.
Education and Training Program: Account-
ing Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping.
Related Knowledge/Courses: Economics and
Accounting; Clerical Practices; Administration and
Management.
Work Env ironment : Indoors; sitting; repetitive
motions.
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