career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists and Tax Preparers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | Tax Preparers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 21-1092 | 13-2082 |
| title | Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | Tax Preparers |
| onet code | 21-1092.00 | 13-2082.00 |
| description | Provide social services to assist in rehabilitation of law offenders in custody or on probation or parole. Make recommendations for actions involving formulation of rehabilitation plan and treatment of offender, including conditional release and education and employment stipulations. | Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses. |
| job zone | 4 | 3 |
| major group | 21 | 13 |
| tot emp | 86,820 | 73,570 |
| a mean | 71,530 | 58,860 |
| a median | 64,520 | 50,560 |
| a pct10 | 45,390 | 30,500 |
| a pct25 | 52,580 | 37,750 |
| a pct75 | 84,030 | 75,590 |
| a pct90 | 106,290 | 96,240 |
| h mean | 34 | 28 |
| h median | 31 | 24 |
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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