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Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

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Parachute skills

  1. Interview, draw out - People (4.81)
  2. Study, observe - Data (4.81)
  3. Research - Data (4.81)
  4. Use my brain - Data (4.77)
  5. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.59)
  6. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (4.54)
  7. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.54)
  8. Follow through, get things done - People (4.48)
  9. Consult - People (4.45)
  10. Speak - People (4.45)
  11. Pay attention to details - Data (4.35)
  12. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.33)
  13. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.31)
  14. Advise - People (4.30)
  15. Organize, classify - Data (4.30)
  16. Listen - People (4.25)
  17. Communicate well, in person - People (4.25)
  18. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.20)
  19. Plan - Data (4.14)
  20. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.14)
  21. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (4.14)
  22. Counsel, guide, mentor - People (4.13)
  23. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.13)
  24. Solve problems - Data (4.12)
  25. Program - Data (4.02)
  26. Systematize, prioritize - Data (4.00)
  27. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  28. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.90)
  29. Imagine - Data (3.88)
  30. Develop, improve - Data (3.86)
  31. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.86)
  32. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.78)
  33. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.78)
  34. Persuade, sell, recruit - People (3.77)
  35. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  36. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (3.66)
  37. Coordinate - People (3.62)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Reading Comprehension (4.25)
  2. Active Listening (4.25)
  3. Speaking (4.12)
  4. Complex Problem Solving (4.12)
  5. Judgment and Decision Making (4.12)
  6. Writing (4.00)
  7. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  8. Systems Analysis (4.00)
  9. Systems Evaluation (4.00)
  10. Monitoring (3.88)
  11. Social Perceptiveness (3.88)
  12. Science (3.75)
  13. Time Management (3.75)
  14. Active Learning (3.62)
  15. Coordination (3.50)
  16. Persuasion (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.25)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.25)
  3. Oral Expression (4.25)
  4. Written Expression (4.25)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  6. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  8. Speech Recognition (4.00)
  9. Speech Clarity (4.00)
  10. Fluency of Ideas (3.88)
  11. Information Ordering (3.75)
  12. Mathematical Reasoning (3.75)
  13. Near Vision (3.75)
  14. Originality (3.62)
  15. Category Flexibility (3.62)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.77)
  2. Initiative (4.76)
  3. Integrity (4.74)
  4. Dependability (4.67)
  5. Achievement/Effort (4.64)
  6. Leadership (4.59)
  7. Persistence (4.48)
  8. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.38)
  9. Cooperation (4.37)
  10. Attention to Detail (4.35)
  11. Independence (4.25)
  12. Innovation (4.20)
  13. Stress Tolerance (4.17)
  14. Self Control (3.81)
  15. Concern for Others (3.78)
  16. Social Orientation (3.63)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.81)
  2. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.66)
  3. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.61)
  4. Analyzing Data or Information (4.54)
  5. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.45)
  6. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.33)
  7. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (4.31)
  8. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (4.30)
  9. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.29)
  10. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.14)
  11. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.14)
  12. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.13)
  13. Coaching and Developing Others (4.04)
  14. Developing and Building Teams (4.03)
  15. Interacting With Computers (4.02)
  16. Training and Teaching Others (3.90)
  17. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.88)
  18. Thinking Creatively (3.86)
  19. Processing Information (3.77)
  20. Selling or Influencing Others (3.77)
  21. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.72)
  22. Documenting/Recording Information (3.70)
  23. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.67)
  24. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (3.66)
  25. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (3.62)
  26. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.58)
  27. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.50)
  1. Obtain Information From Individuals (4.81)
  2. Collect Social Or Personal Information (4.81)
  3. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.81)
  4. Assist With Business Or Managerial Research (4.81)
  5. Collect Statistical Data (4.81)
  6. Work As A Team Member (4.66)
  7. Decide Which Psychological Tests To Administer To Clients (4.61)
  8. Conduct Market Research (4.54)
  9. Analyze Organizational Operating Practices Or Procedures (4.54)
  10. Analyze Psychological Testing Data (4.54)
  11. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.54)
  12. Use Psychological Assessment Tools (4.54)
  13. Conduct Survey Research Of Specified Populations (4.54)
  14. Analyze Operational Or Management Reports Or Records (4.54)
  15. Evaluate Training Programs Or Instructors (4.54)
  16. Analyze Sales Activities Or Trends (4.54)
  17. Evaluate Management Programs (4.54)
  18. Analyze Social Or Economic Data (4.54)
  19. Analyze Data To Identify Personnel Problems (4.54)
  20. Conduct Organizational Studies (4.54)
  21. Forecast Or Predict Phenomena Based Upon Research Data (4.54)
  22. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (4.54)
  23. Analyze Market Or Delivery Systems (4.54)
  24. Perform Statistical Modeling (4.54)
  25. Confer With Scientists (4.45)
  26. Confer With Managers, Instructors, Or Customer Representatives (4.45)
  27. Make Presentations (4.45)
  28. Compile Information Through Interviews (4.45)
  29. Communicate Technical Information (4.45)
  30. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.33)
  31. Present Information On Human Resource Management Issues (4.33)
  32. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.33)
  33. Interpret Charts Or Tables For Social Or Economic Research (4.33)
  34. Interpret Ability Or Achievement Test Results (4.33)
  35. Interpret Psychological Test Results (4.33)
  36. Identify Potential Markets (4.31)
  37. Evaluate Personnel Benefits Policies (4.31)
  38. Evaluate Training Materials (4.31)
  39. Recommend Further Study Or Action Based On Research Data (4.30)
  40. Advise Clients Or Customers (4.30)
  41. Advise Governmental Or Industrial Personnel (4.30)
  42. Advise Management Or Labor Union Officials On Labor Relation Issues (4.30)
  43. Provide Expert Testimony On Research Results (4.30)
  44. Work With Management Or Employees To Improve Organizational System (4.30)
  45. Consult With Managerial Or Supervisory Personnel (4.29)
  46. Confer With Research Personnel (4.29)
  47. Understand Government Labor Or Employment Regulations (4.14)
  48. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (4.14)
  49. Plan Surveys Of Specified Group Or Area (4.14)
  50. Recognize Interrelationships Among Individuals Or Social Groups (4.14)
  51. Recognize Interrelationships Among Social Statistics Or Indicators (4.14)
  52. Plan Study Of Work Problems Or Procedures (4.14)
  53. Maintain Awareness Of Social Trends (4.13)
  54. Use Motivational Techniques In Education (4.13)
  55. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.13)
  56. Use Product Knowledge To Market Goods (4.13)
  57. Use Knowledge Of Employee Classification System (4.13)
  58. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.13)
  59. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.13)
  60. Use Marketing Techniques (4.13)
  61. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.13)
  62. Follow Confidentiality Procedures (4.13)
  63. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.13)
  64. Use Current Social Research (4.13)
  65. Use Project Management Techniques (4.13)
  66. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.13)
  67. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.13)
  68. Use Interviewing Procedures (4.13)
  69. Use Conflict Resolution Techniques (4.13)
  70. Use Public Speaking Techniques (4.13)
  71. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.02)
  72. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.02)
  73. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.02)
  74. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.02)
  75. Use Relational Database Software (4.02)
  76. Develop Course Or Training Objectives (3.90)
  77. Convert Information Into Instructional Program (3.90)
  78. Develop Training Programs (3.90)
  79. Develop Instructional Materials (3.90)
  80. Develop Training Evaluation Procedures (3.90)
  81. Organize Training Procedure Manuals (3.90)
  82. Plan Training Procedures (3.90)
  83. Write Employee Orientation Or Training Materials (3.90)
  84. Identify Training Needs (3.90)
  85. Develop Policies, Procedures, Methods, Or Standards (3.88)
  86. Write Research Or Project Grant Proposals (3.88)
  87. Develop Marketing Strategy (3.88)
  88. Develop Plans For Programs Or Projects (3.88)
  89. Develop Pricing Strategy (3.88)
  90. Write Business Project Or Bid Proposals (3.88)
  91. Develop New Products Based On Scientific Research Results (3.86)
  92. Develop Psychological Tests, Rating Scales, Or Related Material (3.86)
  93. Create Mathematical Or Statistical Diagrams Or Charts (3.86)
  94. Develop Scientific Or Mathematical Hypotheses, Theories, Or Laws (3.86)
  95. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (3.77)
  96. Categorize Occupational, Educational, Or Employment Information (3.77)
  97. Develop Tables Depicting Data (3.77)
  98. Direct Implementation Of New Procedures, Policies, Or Programs (3.62)
  99. Direct And Coordinate Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.62)
  100. Monitor Consumer Or Marketing Trends (3.58)