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Career: Sociologists
Job Description
Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
100
|
Prepare publications and reports containing research findings. |
100
|
Analyze and interpret data in order to increase the understanding of human social behavior. |
100
|
Plan and conduct research to develop and test theories about societal issues such as crime, group relations, poverty, and aging. |
100
|
Collect data about the attitudes, values, and behaviors of people in groups, using observation, interviews, and review of documents. |
100
|
Develop, implement, and evaluate methods of data collection, such as questionnaires or interviews. |
100
|
Direct work of statistical clerks, statisticians, and others who compile and evaluate research data. |
100
|
Consult with and advise individuals such as administrators, social workers, and legislators regarding social issues and policies, as well as the implications of research findings. |
100
|
Collaborate with research workers in other disciplines. |
96
|
Develop approaches to the solution of groups' problems, based on research findings in sociology and related disciplines. |
93
|
Observe group interactions and role affiliations to collect data, identify problems, evaluate progress, and determine the need for additional change. |
93
|
Develop problem intervention procedures, utilizing techniques such as interviews, consultations, role playing, and participant observation of group interactions. |
90
|
Teach sociology. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
94
|
Getting Information
|
93
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
87
|
Processing Information
|
85
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
82
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
81
|
Thinking Creatively
|
81
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
79
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
78
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
76
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
76
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
74
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
72
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
69
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
69
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
67
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
67
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
66
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
66
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
64
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
64
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
59
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
59
|
Interacting With Computers
|
56
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
55
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
54
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
50
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
48
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
46
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
42
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
42
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
39
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
22
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
8
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
7
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
4
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
4
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
1
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
1
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
0
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
0
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|