career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Occupational Health and Safety Technicians and Political Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | Political Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 19-5012 | 19-3094 |
| title | Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | Political Scientists |
| onet code | 19-5012.00 | 19-3094.00 |
| description | Collect data on work environments for analysis by occupational health and safety specialists. Implement and conduct evaluation of programs designed to limit chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic risks to workers. | Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents. |
| job zone | 3 | 5 |
| major group | 19 | 19 |
| tot emp | 31,450 | 5,950 |
| a mean | 63,800 | 137,600 |
| a median | 58,440 | 139,380 |
| a pct10 | 40,550 | 74,750 |
| a pct25 | 49,510 | 103,030 |
| a pct75 | 74,810 | 172,050 |
| a pct90 | 94,670 | 191,880 |
| h mean | 30 | 66 |
| h median | 28 | 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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