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

Work Activities
WIA 2
2004 - 2014

Work Activity GWA Percent Rank Current Supply Projected Demand Description
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships 100 53,678 1,794 Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Getting Information 98 37,311 1,108 Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Working directly with the public 95 23,856 928  
Identifying objects, actions, and events 93 25,154 802 Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work 90 33,595 1,001 Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Assisting and caring for others 88 16,117 582 Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge 85 32,890 988 Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates 83 35,902 1,048 Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Making decisions and solving problems 80 26,755 808 Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings 78 25,353 771 Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others 76 17,767 534 Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Processing information 73 21,208 639 Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Handling and moving objects 71 39,618 1,222 Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Documenting/recording information 68 10,507 341 Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization 66 20,537 562 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.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People 63 11,040 314 Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Analyzing data or information 61 10,308 300 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 12,067 384 Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Interacting with computers 56 5,707 194 Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Thinking creatively 54 11,329 295 Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Performing general physical activities 51 28,266 759 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.