Occupational Skills-Based Projections
Research, Information and Analysis
WORKFORCE West Virginia
Last Updated: 9-13-06

Work Activities
WIA 1
2004 - 2014

Work Activity GWA Percent Rank Current Supply Projected Demand Description
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships 100 56,875 1,916 Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Identifying objects, actions, and events 98 26,270 878 Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Assisting and caring for others 95 18,469 717 Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings 93 24,867 824 Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Getting Information 90 36,953 1,090 Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work 88 34,992 1,059 Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Making decisions and solving problems 85 26,250 809 Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge 83 33,240 1,001 Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates 80 36,610 1,073 Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Working directly with the public 78 25,925 983  
Handling and moving objects 76 37,512 1,203 Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others 73 18,655 557 Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Performing general physical activities 71 27,523 808 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.
Documenting/recording information 68 11,073 368 Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Processing information 66 20,582 600 Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People 63 11,989 356 Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization 61 21,131 570 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.
Coordinating the work and activities of others 59 8,124 257 Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Analyzing data or information 56 10,148 287 Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Thinking creatively 54 11,552 314 Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Training and Teaching Others 51 9,720 295 Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.