career Comparison
Compare key metrics between General and Operations Managers and Occupational Health and Safety Specialists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | General and Operations Managers | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-1021 | 19-5011 |
| title | General and Operations Managers | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists |
| onet code | 11-1021.00 | 19-5011.00 |
| 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. | Review, evaluate, and analyze work environments and design programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent disease or injury caused by chemical, physical, and biological agents or ergonomic factors. May conduct inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing the health and safety of individuals. May be employed in the public or private sector. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 11 | 19 |
| tot emp | 3,584,420 | 128,430 |
| a mean | 133,120 | 88,660 |
| a median | 102,950 | 83,910 |
| a pct10 | 47,420 | 50,610 |
| a pct25 | 67,160 | 64,410 |
| a pct75 | 164,130 | 105,390 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 130,460 |
| h mean | 64 | 42 |
| h median | 49 | 40 |
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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