Occupational Skills-Based Projections
Research, Information and Analysis
WORKFORCE West Virginia
Last Updated: 8-18-06

Skills Based Projections - Generalized Work Activities
West Virginia
2004 - 2014

Generalized Work Activity GWA Percent Rank Current Supply Projected Demand Description
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships 100 358,856 11,803 Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Identifying objects, actions, and events 98 168,918 5,446 Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Getting information 95 238,285 7,050 Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge 93 218,319 6,593 Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings 90 164,504 5,169 Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Making decisions and solving problems 88 177,057 5,363 Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates 85 237,090 6,874 Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Working directly with the public 83 159,085 6,066  
Assisting and caring for others 80 110,116 3,955 Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work 78 221,975 6,453 Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Handling and moving objects 76 234,952 7,398 Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Processing information 73 143,568 4,297 Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others 71 120,300 3,518 Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Documenting/recording information 68 72,308 2,370 Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Performing general physical activities 66 169,006 4,771 Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization 63 133,588 3,651 Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Analyzing data or information 61 74,096 2,172 Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards 59 76,723 2,384 Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People 56 73,269 2,055 Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Thinking creatively 54 77,248 2,113 Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Interacting with computers 51 39,107 1,268 Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.