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

Work Activities
WIA 7
2004 - 2014

Work Activity GWA Percent Rank Current Supply Projected Demand Description
Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships 100 33,368 1,442 Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Getting Information 98 22,536 873 Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Handling and moving objects 95 24,840 1,015 Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge 93 19,993 818 Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates 90 21,692 844 Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work 88 20,669 817 Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Identifying objects, actions, and events 85 15,521 653 Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Working directly with the public 83 14,865 739  
Making decisions and solving problems 80 14,618 613 Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings 78 13,983 578 Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Performing general physical activities 76 16,517 658 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.
Processing information 73 12,952 514 Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Assisting and caring for others 71 9,817 440 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 68 10,128 422 Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization 66 12,915 478 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.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards 63 6,373 286 Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Thinking creatively 61 7,505 291 Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Analyzing data or information 59 6,391 257 Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Documenting/recording information 56 6,359 271 Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People 54 6,791 264 Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Scheduling work and activities 51 6,071 229 Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.