Statistical Assistants
Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.
- Tasks
- 14 tasks9 core, 5 supplemental
- Family
- Office & Administrative SupportOne of its 55 occupations
- Code
- 43-9111.00SOC 2018: 43-9111
What the work is made of
9 core tasks and 5 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.Core taskTask 9788Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 2. Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.Core taskTask 9792Rated by 112 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 3. Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.Core taskTask 9789Rated by 112 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 4. Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.Core taskTask 9791Rated by 111 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 5. Participate in the publication of data or information.Core taskTask 9793Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 6. File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.Core taskTask 9795Rated by 112 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 7. Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.Core taskTask 9797Rated by 111 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 8. Code data prior to computer entry, using lists of codes.Core taskTask 9798Rated by 111 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 9. Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.Core taskTask 9790Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 10. Interview people and keep track of their responses.Supplemental taskTask 9800Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 11. Check survey responses for errors, such as the use of pens instead of pencils, and set aside response forms that cannot be used.Supplemental taskTask 9799Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 12. Select statistical tests for analyzing data.Supplemental taskTask 9796Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 13. Discuss data presentation requirements with clients.Supplemental taskTask 9794Rated by 109 people who do the job, July 2015
- Task 14. Send out surveys.Supplemental taskTask 9801Rated by 110 people who do the job, July 2015
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 43-9111
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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