ONET Occupations » 13-2071.01

Loan Counselors

Provide guidance to prospective loan applicants who have problems qualifying for traditional loans. Guidance may include determining the best type of loan and explaining loan requirements or restrictions.

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Parachute skills

  1. Interview, draw out - People (4.82)
  2. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.75)
  3. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.75)
  4. Research - Data (4.75)
  5. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.74)
  6. Control, expedite things - Things (4.74)
  7. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.54)
  8. Consult - People (4.28)
  9. Listen - People (4.25)
  10. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.24)
  11. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.24)
  12. Pay attention to details - Data (4.21)
  13. Speak - People (4.13)
  14. Use my brain - Data (4.12)
  15. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  16. Advise - People (3.90)
  17. Follow through, get things done - People (3.90)
  18. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  19. Communicate well, in person - People (3.88)
  20. Supervise, manage - People (3.84)
  21. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.83)
  22. Imagine - Data (3.76)
  23. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.76)
  24. Organize, classify - Data (3.75)
  25. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.75)
  26. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.62)
  27. Instruct - People (3.62)
  28. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.61)
  29. Coordinate - People (3.56)
  30. Solve problems - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (4.25)
  2. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  3. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  4. Speaking (4.00)
  5. Social Perceptiveness (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.75)
  7. Coordination (3.75)
  8. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  9. Active Learning (3.62)
  10. Learning Strategies (3.62)
  11. Instructing (3.62)
  12. Service Orientation (3.62)
  13. Time Management (3.62)
  14. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  1. Speech Clarity (4.13)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  4. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Speech Recognition (4.00)
  7. Oral Comprehension (3.88)
  8. Oral Expression (3.88)
  9. Near Vision (3.88)
  10. Information Ordering (3.75)
  11. Written Expression (3.63)
  12. Category Flexibility (3.63)
  13. Perceptual Speed (3.63)
  14. Selective Attention (3.63)
  1. Integrity (4.64)
  2. Stress Tolerance (4.60)
  3. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.54)
  4. Initiative (4.39)
  5. Cooperation (4.25)
  6. Dependability (4.25)
  7. Concern for Others (4.24)
  8. Attention to Detail (4.21)
  9. Social Orientation (4.13)
  10. Self Control (4.13)
  11. Analytical Thinking (4.05)
  12. Achievement/Effort (3.90)
  13. Persistence (3.90)
  14. Innovation (3.83)
  15. Independence (3.70)
  16. Leadership (3.61)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.82)
  2. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.81)
  3. Analyzing Data or Information (4.75)
  4. Processing Information (4.74)
  5. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.54)
  6. Interacting With Computers (4.49)
  7. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.46)
  8. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.44)
  9. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.37)
  10. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.28)
  11. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.20)
  12. Documenting/Recording Information (4.08)
  13. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.97)
  14. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.90)
  15. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.85)
  16. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.84)
  17. Performing Administrative Activities (3.76)
  18. Thinking Creatively (3.76)
  19. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.68)
  20. Assisting and Caring for Others (3.66)
  21. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.65)
  22. Coaching and Developing Others (3.62)
  23. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.56)
  24. Training and Teaching Others (3.52)
  25. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.51)
  1. Obtain Information From Individuals (4.82)
  2. Gather Relevant Financial Data (4.82)
  3. Obtain Financial Information From Individuals (4.82)
  4. Review Laws (4.82)
  5. Examine Documents For Completeness, Accuracy, Or Conformance To Standards (4.81)
  6. Analyze Market Conditions (4.75)
  7. Conduct Market Research (4.75)
  8. Analyze Financial Data (4.75)
  9. Evaluate Degree Of Financial Risk (4.75)
  10. Analyze Applicant's Financial Status (4.75)
  11. Conduct Financial Investigations (4.75)
  12. Verify Information For Credit Investigations (4.74)
  13. Review Loan Applications (4.74)
  14. Compile Information For Court Cases (4.74)
  15. Compute Payment Schedule (4.74)
  16. Compute Property Equity (4.74)
  17. Compute Financial Data (4.74)
  18. Evaluate Customer Records (4.74)
  19. Interview Customers (4.54)
  20. Write Legal Correspondence (4.54)
  21. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.49)
  22. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.49)
  23. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.49)
  24. Use Computers To Enter, Access And Retrieve Financial Data (4.49)
  25. Provide Customer Service (4.37)
  26. Consult With Managerial Or Supervisory Personnel (4.28)
  27. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.20)
  28. Use Interviewing Procedures (4.20)
  29. Use Negotiation Techniques (4.20)
  30. Use Knowledge Of Relevant Laws (4.20)
  31. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.20)
  32. Maintain Account Records (4.08)
  33. Complete Information On Loan Forms (4.08)
  34. Advise Clients On Financial Matters (3.90)
  35. Advise Clients Or Customers (3.90)
  36. Advise Families With Household Problems (3.90)
  37. Recommend Customer Payment Plan (3.90)
  38. Explain Credit Application Information (3.85)
  39. Determine Program Eligibility (3.84)
  40. Make Decisions (3.84)
  41. Approve Or Deny Loans (3.84)
  42. File Documents In Court (3.76)
  43. Monitor Consumer Or Marketing Trends (3.68)
  44. Direct And Coordinate Activities Of Workers Or Staff (3.56)
  45. Direct And Coordinate Financial Activities (3.56)