ONET Occupations » 33-3021.01

Police Detectives

Conduct investigations to prevent crimes or solve criminal cases.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.64)
  2. Interview, draw out - People (4.56)
  3. Supervise, manage - People (4.55)
  4. Use my intuition - Data (4.55)
  5. Follow through, get things done - People (4.31)
  6. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.26)
  7. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.26)
  8. Use my brain - Data (4.25)
  9. Speak - People (4.25)
  10. Communicate well, in person - People (4.25)
  11. Help people link up or connect - People (4.15)
  12. Control, expedite things - Things (4.14)
  13. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.14)
  14. Listen - People (4.12)
  15. Negotiate, resolve conflicts - People (4.06)
  16. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.04)
  17. Research - Data (4.02)
  18. Operate, drive - Things (4.00)
  19. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.88)
  20. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.87)
  21. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.77)
  22. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.76)
  23. Imagine - Data (3.76)
  24. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  25. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  26. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  27. Solve problems - Data (3.62)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Speaking (4.25)
  2. Active Listening (4.12)
  3. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  4. Social Perceptiveness (4.00)
  5. Reading Comprehension (3.88)
  6. Complex Problem Solving (3.62)
  7. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  8. Writing (3.50)
  1. Oral Expression (4.25)
  2. Problem Sensitivity (4.25)
  3. Deductive Reasoning (4.25)
  4. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (4.12)
  6. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  7. Speech Recognition (4.00)
  8. Written Expression (3.88)
  9. Speech Clarity (3.88)
  10. Near Vision (3.75)
  11. Information Ordering (3.62)
  1. Integrity (4.82)
  2. Stress Tolerance (4.80)
  3. Self Control (4.72)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.64)
  5. Dependability (4.47)
  6. Initiative (4.36)
  7. Persistence (4.31)
  8. Cooperation (4.30)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.27)
  10. Concern for Others (4.26)
  11. Analytical Thinking (4.12)
  12. Independence (4.08)
  13. Leadership (4.04)
  14. Achievement/Effort (3.91)
  15. Innovation (3.87)
  16. Social Orientation (3.68)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Documenting/Recording Information (4.65)
  2. Getting Information (4.56)
  3. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.55)
  4. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.54)
  5. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.42)
  6. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.41)
  7. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (4.39)
  8. Interacting With Computers (4.27)
  9. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.15)
  10. Processing Information (4.14)
  11. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (4.08)
  12. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (4.06)
  13. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.02)
  14. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.00)
  15. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.89)
  16. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.89)
  17. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.83)
  18. Analyzing Data or Information (3.77)
  19. Thinking Creatively (3.76)
  20. Assisting and Caring for Others (3.75)
  21. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.75)
  22. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.74)
  23. Performing General Physical Activities (3.60)
  1. Gather Physical Evidence (4.56)
  2. Read Maps (4.56)
  3. Interview Crime Witnesses Or Victims To Obtain Descriptive Information (4.56)
  4. Make Decisions (4.55)
  5. Reach Conclusions Quickly In Law Enforcement Situations (4.55)
  6. Apprehend Or Arrest Suspect Or Perpetrator Of Criminal Act (4.54)
  7. Enforce Laws, Ordinances, Or Regulations (4.54)
  8. Locate Persons ( Skip Tracing ) (4.42)
  9. Recognize Physical Or Emotional Abuse (4.42)
  10. Recognize Public Safety Hazards (4.42)
  11. Identify Firearms Or Weapons (4.42)
  12. Communicate Details In Protective Services Settings (4.39)
  13. Manage Community Relations For Law Enforcement Agency (4.15)
  14. Cooperate With Court Personnel Or Other Law Enforcement Agencies (4.15)
  15. Compile Evidence For Court Actions (4.14)
  16. Investigate Complaints, Disturbances, Or Violations (4.14)
  17. Compile Biological Data For Criminal Investigations (4.14)
  18. Conduct Legal Searches Or Investigations (4.14)
  19. Use Surveillance Techniques (4.02)
  20. Maintain Firearms Proficiency (4.02)
  21. Use Arrest, Search, Or Seizure Legal Statutes (4.02)
  22. Use Interviewing Procedures (4.02)
  23. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (4.02)
  24. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.02)
  25. Follow Law Enforcement Methods Or Procedures (4.02)
  26. Operate Vehicles In Law Enforcement Or Security Setting (4.00)
  27. Review Facts To Determine If Criminal Act Or Statue Violation Is Involved (3.89)
  28. Analyze Existing Evidence Or Facts (3.77)
  29. Analyze Handwriting (3.77)
  30. Conduct Surveillance To Obtain Information For Law Enforcement (3.75)
  31. Apply Appropriate Physical Restraint (3.60)