career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer User Support Specialists and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer User Support Specialists | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1232 | 11-3061 |
| title | Computer User Support Specialists | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 15-1232.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 11 |
| tot emp | 697,210 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 64,990 | 150,630 |
| a median | 60,340 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 38,780 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 47,580 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 77,010 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 98,010 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 31 | 72 |
| h median | 29 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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