career Comparison
Compare key metrics between General and Operations Managers and Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | General and Operations Managers | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-1021 | 17-2151 |
| title | General and Operations Managers | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers |
| onet code | 11-1021.00 | 17-2151.00 |
| description | 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. | Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 11 | 17 |
| tot emp | 3,584,420 | 6,770 |
| a mean | 133,120 | 108,940 |
| a median | 102,950 | 101,020 |
| a pct10 | 47,420 | 62,500 |
| a pct25 | 67,160 | 81,040 |
| a pct75 | 164,130 | 129,860 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 163,740 |
| h mean | 64 | 52 |
| h median | 49 | 48 |
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