career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and General and Operations Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | General and Operations Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 11-1021 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | General and Operations Managers |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 11-1021.00 |
| description | Collect, identify, classify, and analyze physical evidence related to criminal investigations. Perform tests on weapons or substances, such as fiber, hair, and tissue to determine significance to investigation. May testify as expert witnesses on evidence or crime laboratory techniques. May serve as specialists in area of expertise, such as ballistics, fingerprinting, handwriting, or biochemistry. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 3,584,420 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 133,120 |
| a median | 67,440 | 102,950 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 47,420 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 67,160 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 164,130 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | N/A |
| h mean | 36 | 64 |
| h median | 32 | 49 |
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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