career Comparison
Compare key metrics between General and Operations Managers and Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | General and Operations Managers | Paralegals and Legal Assistants |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-1021 | 23-2011 |
| title | General and Operations Managers | Paralegals and Legal Assistants |
| onet code | 11-1021.00 | 23-2011.00 |
| 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. | Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 11 | 23 |
| tot emp | 3,584,420 | 367,220 |
| a mean | 133,120 | 66,510 |
| a median | 102,950 | 61,010 |
| a pct10 | 47,420 | 39,710 |
| a pct25 | 67,160 | 48,190 |
| a pct75 | 164,130 | 78,280 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 98,990 |
| h mean | 64 | 31 |
| h median | 49 | 29 |
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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