What they do
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Study the origin, development, and behavior of human beings. May study the way of life, language, or physical characteristics of people in various parts of the world. May engage in systematic recovery and examination of material evidence, such as tools or pottery remaining from past human cultures, in order to determine the history, customs, and living habits of earlier civilizations.
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| Also called: |
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American Indian Policy Specialist, Applied Anthropologist, Applied Cultural Anthropologist, Archaeologist, Forensic Anthropologist, Historical Archaeologist, Research Anthropologist, Research Archaeologist, Researcher
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Wages
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| Vermont - 2023 |
| Percentile1 | Hourly | Yearly |
| 10% |
$ 29.29 |
$60,920 |
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$ 30.63 |
$63,710 |
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$ 34.70 |
$72,180 |
| 75% |
$ 41.31 |
$85,920 |
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$ 43.80 |
$91,100 |
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$ 35.68 |
$74,210 |
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Industries of Employment
| United States - 2020 |
| Industry | Percent of total |
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
| 56% |
- Federal government, excluding postal service
| 19% |
| 12% |
- Educational services; state, local, and private
| 5% |
- State government, excluding education and hospitals
| 4% |
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Knowledge
| People in this career often know a lot about: |
- Sociology and Anthropology
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
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- History and Archeology
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.
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- English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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- Geography
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
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- Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
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Skills
| People in this career often have these skills: |
- Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
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- Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
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- Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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- Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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- Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Interests
| People in this career often prefer these work environments: |
- Investigative
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
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- Artistic
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
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- Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Work Styles
| People in this career will do well at jobs that need: |
- Analytical Thinking
Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
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- Attention to Detail
Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
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- Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
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- Persistence
Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
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- Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
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Tasks
| On the job, you would: |
- Collect information and make judgments through observation, interviews, and review of documents.
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- Research, survey, or assess sites of past societies and cultures in search of answers to specific research questions.
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- Write about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences.
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- Assess archeological sites for resource management, development, or conservation purposes and recommend methods for site protection.
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- Collect artifacts made of stone, bone, metal, and other materials, placing them in bags and marking them to show where they were found.
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Projected Employment
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| Vermont |
| 2020 employment |
74 |
| 2030 employment |
83 |
Annual percent change
(compounded) |
1.2% |
Annual projected job openings
(due to change and separations) |
8 |
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Education and Experience:
- Typical education needed for entry
Master's degree
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- Work experience in a related occupation
None
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- Typical on-the-job training needed to attain competency
None
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Physical Work Activity
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 materials.
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- Physical activity is Important
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- Level of activity is Moderate
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Job Zone
| Extensive Preparation Needed |
- Specific Vocational Preparation Range
(8.0 and above) - A typical worker will require
over 4 years up to and including 10 years or more
of training to achieve average performance in this occupation.
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Education Level
| How much education do most people in this career have? |
| Education level |  | Percent of
U.S. Workers |
Doctoral or professional degree
or post-MA certificate | | 36% |
Master's degree or
post-BA certificate | | 50% |
| Bachelor's degree | | 12% |
| Associate's degree | | 0% |
Certificate or some college,
no degree | | 2% |
High school diploma
or equivalent | | 0% |
| Less than high school diploma | | 0% |
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Abilities
| People in this career often have talent in: |
- Written Expression
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
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- Inductive Reasoning
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
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- Written Comprehension
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
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- Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
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- Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Work Activities
| In general, what you might do: |
- Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
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- Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
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- Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
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- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
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- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
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Detailed Work Activities
| What you might do in a day: |
- Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
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- Conduct anthropological or archaeological research.
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- Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
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- Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
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- Inspect condition of natural environments.
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