career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Forensic Science Technicians and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Forensic Science Technicians | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-4092 | 11-3061 |
| title | Forensic Science Technicians | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 19-4092.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| 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 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 | 19 | 11 |
| tot emp | 19,450 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 75,260 | 150,630 |
| a median | 67,440 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 45,560 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 53,310 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 88,710 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 110,710 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 36 | 72 |
| h median | 32 | 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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