ONET Occupations » 15-2011.00

Actuaries

Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

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Parachute skills

  1. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.88)
  2. Use my brain - Data (4.85)
  3. Program - Data (4.76)
  4. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.64)
  5. Pay attention to details - Data (4.64)
  6. Develop, improve - Data (4.64)
  7. Research - Data (4.55)
  8. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.50)
  9. Follow through, get things done - People (4.18)
  10. Imagine - Data (4.09)
  11. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.09)
  12. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.09)
  13. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.09)
  14. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  15. Solve problems - Data (4.00)
  16. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  17. Systematize, prioritize - Data (3.88)
  18. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (3.88)
  19. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.88)
  20. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  21. Advise - People (3.85)
  22. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.78)
  23. Listen - People (3.75)
  24. Speak - People (3.75)
  25. Supervise, manage - People (3.64)
  26. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  27. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Mathematics (4.38)
  2. Critical Thinking (4.25)
  3. Judgment and Decision Making (4.25)
  4. Reading Comprehension (4.00)
  5. Complex Problem Solving (4.00)
  6. Systems Analysis (3.88)
  7. Systems Evaluation (3.88)
  8. Active Listening (3.75)
  9. Speaking (3.75)
  1. Mathematical Reasoning (4.50)
  2. Number Facility (4.25)
  3. Deductive Reasoning (4.12)
  4. Oral Expression (4.00)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Written Comprehension (3.88)
  7. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  8. Near Vision (3.88)
  9. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  10. Information Ordering (3.62)
  11. Category Flexibility (3.62)
  12. Written Expression (3.50)
  13. Selective Attention (3.50)
  14. Speech Clarity (3.50)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.85)
  2. Integrity (4.70)
  3. Attention to Detail (4.64)
  4. Dependability (4.48)
  5. Achievement/Effort (4.30)
  6. Initiative (4.27)
  7. Persistence (4.18)
  8. Leadership (3.82)
  9. Cooperation (3.79)
  10. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.76)
  11. Independence (3.64)
  12. Stress Tolerance (3.55)
  13. Innovation (3.52)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Analyzing Data or Information (4.88)
  2. Getting Information (4.79)
  3. Interacting With Computers (4.76)
  4. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.73)
  5. Processing Information (4.64)
  6. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.55)
  7. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.41)
  8. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.30)
  9. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.21)
  10. Thinking Creatively (4.09)
  11. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.85)
  12. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.79)
  13. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.78)
  14. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.76)
  15. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.73)
  16. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.67)
  17. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (3.64)
  18. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.55)
  1. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.88)
  2. Perform Statistical Modeling (4.88)
  3. Evaluate Degree Of Financial Risk (4.88)
  4. Analyze Social Or Economic Data (4.88)
  5. Collect Statistical Data (4.79)
  6. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.76)
  7. Use Relational Database Software (4.76)
  8. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.76)
  9. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.76)
  10. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.76)
  11. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (4.64)
  12. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.64)
  13. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.55)
  14. Interpret Charts Or Tables For Social Or Economic Research (4.55)
  15. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.30)
  16. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.30)
  17. Maintain Awareness Of Social Trends (4.30)
  18. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.30)
  19. Follow Contract, Property, Or Insurance Laws (4.30)
  20. Use Current Social Research (4.30)
  21. Use Public Speaking Techniques (4.30)
  22. Create Mathematical Or Statistical Diagrams Or Charts (4.09)
  23. Develop Mathematical Simulation Models (4.09)
  24. Develop Mathematical Ideas Or Interpretations (4.09)
  25. Advise Clients Or Customers (3.85)
  26. Provide Expert Testimony On Research Results (3.85)
  27. Advise Clients On Financial Matters (3.85)
  28. Recognize Interrelationships Among Social Statistics Or Indicators (3.78)
  29. Make Presentations On Financial Matters (3.67)
  30. Communicate Technical Information (3.67)
  31. Make Presentations (3.67)