Top Jobs of 2014
By: Halania Petit
Top 10 Jobs of 2014
Top 10 jobs of 2014 with basic background information.
Software Developers (Applications and Systems Software)
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, most software developers work for computer systems design and related services firms or software publishers. Others work in computer and electronic product manufacturing industries. They typically have a bachelor’s degree in computer science
- Why is it on the list?: The BLS expects a 30% increase in the number of software developers by 2020 (from 2010).
- Average hourly pay of $45.06.
- 11% growth
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
- According to the BLS, these professionals “study market conditions in local, regional, or national areas to examine potential sales of a product or service.” They also help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price.
- $29.10 an hour on average.
- 14% growth
Training and Development Specialists
- These professionals typically design and conduct training and development programs to improve individual and organizational performance.
- $27.14 an hour on average
- 8% growth
Financial Analysts
Financial analysts provide guidance to businesses and individuals making investment decisions. They assess the performance of stocks, bonds, and other types of investments.
Why is it on the list?: Projected to increase in2014;and fall within a higher-wage category of $22 per hour or more:
$37.34 a hour on average
7%
Physical Therapists
- Physical therapists, sometimes called PTs, help injured or ill people improve their movement and manage their pain. These therapists are often an important part of rehabilitation and treatment of patients with chronic conditions or injuries.
- $37.93 an hour on avearge
- 7% growth
Web Developers
- Web developers design and create websites. They are responsible for the look of the site. They are also responsible for the site’s technical aspects, such as performance and capacity, which are measures of a website’s speed and how much traffic the site can handle. They also may create content for the site.
- Why is it on the list?: In addition to higher pay levels and solid growth rates, what many of these jobs have in common is a talent shortage.
- $27.84 an hour on average.
- 11% growth
Logisticians
- Logisticians analyze and coordinate an organization’s supply chain—the system that moves a product from supplier to consumer. They manage the entire life cycle of a product, which includes how a product is acquired, distributed, allocated, and delivered.
- $35.08 an hour on average.
- 10% growth
Database Administrators
- Database administrators (DBAs) use specialized software to store and organize data, such as financial information and customer shipping records. They make sure that data are available to users and are secure from unauthorized access.
- $37.39 an hour on average
- 10% growth
Meeting, Convention and Event Planners
- Meeting, convention, and event planners coordinate all aspects of professional meetings and events. They choose meeting locations, arrange transportation, and coordinate other details.
- $22.56 an hour on average
- 14% growth
Interpreters and Translators
- Interpreters and translators convert information from one language into another language. Interpreters work in spoken or sign language; translators work in written language.
- $22.39 an hour on average
- 14% growth