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

Work Activities
WIA 6
2004 - 2014

Work Activity GWA Percent Rank Current Supply Projected Demand Description
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships 100 74,780 2,902 Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Getting Information 98 51,250 1,859 Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates 95 50,989 1,816 Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Identifying objects, actions, and events 93 37,348 1,446 Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge 90 45,759 1,690 Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work 88 47,951 1,704 Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Making decisions and solving problems 85 36,417 1,387 Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings 83 35,529 1,305 Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Working directly with the public 80 33,509 1,484  
Processing information 78 31,051 1,187 Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Handling and moving objects 76 49,149 1,744 Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Assisting and caring for others 73 25,031 974 Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others 71 25,081 889 Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization 68 27,776 944 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.
Documenting/recording information 66 16,832 693 Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Analyzing data or information 63 16,020 617 Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Performing general physical activities 61 35,950 1,121 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.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards 59 16,987 660 Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Thinking creatively 56 16,319 572 Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People 54 16,055 539 Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Interacting with computers 51 8,224 361 Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.