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2020
January 21st, 22nd and 23rd
Expanding options for developing career interests among students to move our community forward with workforce-ready graduates.
Thank you A P P R E C I AT I O N I S E X T E N D E D TO A L L O F O U R G E N E R O U S S P O N S O R S A N D S U P P O RT E R S. Sponsors:
Wo r l d Le a d e r s : Agriculture STEPHANIE BUTCHER, UGA EXTENSION – COWETA COUNTY
Construction GINA LEE, FOUR POINTS CONSTRUCTION
Energy & Utilities RICK BARNES, NEWNAN UTILITIES
Healthcare SUSAN WEST, PIEDMONT NEWNAN HOSPITAL IAL AND COMMERC IDENT IAL RES Pro Quality Pro Service
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Manufacturing & Engineering MAGGIE REENSTRA, COWETA-FAYETTE, EMC GREG WRIGHT, COWETA-FAYETTE EMC
Media & Communications LAURA HORTON, NULINK/WOW
Public Safety JAY JONES, CANCER TREATMENT CENTERS OF AMERICA
Co m m i t t e e M e m b e r s : VOLITA BISCOE-ALMON, INSTRUCTIONAL COORDINATOR, WEST GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE MONICA YEOMAN, ENROLLMENT CENTER COORDINATOR, WEST GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE SCHWANDA JACKSON, ED.D, DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES, DAWN REVERE, ED.D, CAREER COUNSELOR, CENTRAL EDUCATIONAL CENTER MARK WHITLOCK, CEO, CENTRAL EDUCATIONAL CENTER
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Automotive & Aviation JUAN GUADIANA, WEST GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Hospitality & Tourism TRAY BAGGARLY, COWETA COUNTY CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU PARKER GRINER, HAMPTON INN HOTEL, NEWNAN/PARAMOUNT
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CONTENTS S P O N S O R S ........... 2 & 5 T I P S ..................................... 4 WORLDS
D E A R S T U D E N TS, PA R E N TS & G UA R D I A N S: It’s time to talk seriously about your future career options. You might be asking yourself, “Why in the world do we need to worry about that now?” The simple answer is the course choices being made going into the freshman year of high school will affect the career pathways available down the road. For that reason, we are working together so you will have all the information you need to make informed decisions. Each industry section in this booklet not only outlines what it takes to succeed in a given field but offers sample occupations, general education requirements and average salary ranges. Inside you’ll find information on: • AGRICULTURE
• HOSPITALIT Y & TOURISM
• AUTOMOTIVE & AVIATION
• MANUFAC TURING & ENGINEERING
• CONSTRUC TION
• MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS
• ENERGY & UTILITIES
• PUBLIC SAFET Y
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MANUFAC TURING & ENGINEERING .......................
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• HEALTHCARE In addition, this booklet illustrates the multiple pathways to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for satisfying careers. We are proud to be working with the Sponsors and the Career Presenters who have enthusiastically joined this new step in workforce development for our community.
Best regards, C YNTHIA BENNETT, VICE PRESIDENT, ADVOCAC Y AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT, THE NEWNAN-COWETA CHAMBER AMANDA FIELDS, SR. PROJEC T MANAGER, GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CowetaWorks D i s c o v e r Yo u r Wo r l d
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WHAT IT
TAKES • ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT • STRONG MATH & SCIENCE SKILLS • WORKING WITH NATURAL RESOURCES, SUCH AS LIVESTOCK, PLANTS, & TIMBER • MANAGEMENT ABILITY & PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS • INTEREST IN SEEING A PRODUCT GROW FROM START TO FINISH
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Lo o k a ro u n d yo u . . . You are surrounded by agriculture. From the food we eat,
Georgia’s economy, the health of its citizens and the beauty
the clothes we wear, and the houses we live in, agriculture
of its landscapes. If you are interested in a career taking you
is all around us. Agriculture has a significant impact on
outdoors, consider a career in agriculture.
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Conservation Scientist A Conservation Scientist protects Mother Nature. Although often portrayed as powerful and mighty, the truth is: Mother Nature is just as fragile as she is fierce. Therefore, the land must be protected and respected. Employed by local, state and federal governments, as well as universities, corporations and private landowners, Conservation Scientists accomplish their mission by helping people manage and improve the environment without harming it. Typically, if you work as a Conservation Scientist, you work in one of two occupations: Land Management or Conservationist. A Land Manager will specialize in land that is used for livestock grazing, forestry, wildlife protection or recreation. Usually employed by the government, you’re tasked with studying and supervising the land and creating plans that will allow it to be used —for business or pleasure — without harming its wildlife habitants, water resources and vegetation. Conservationists are split into two areas: soil or water. As a Conservationist you help farmers work their land without destroying it. Concerned with issues such as soil erosion and groundwater contamination, you use science to balance business interests with environmental interests. No matter what kind of Conservation Scientist you are, your duties are generally the same: You survey land, you study it and then you assist in the creation of plans to preserve and protect it. You’re like Mother Nature’s guardian angel.
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C a r e e r s i n Ag r i c u l t u re Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
Agricultural Engineer ................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $50,752 - $66,913 Agricultural Inspector ...............................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$29,827 - $40,788 Agricultural Lender ...................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $42,820 - $128,234 Agricultural Sales .......................................................OJT*/Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ............................................... $34,777 - $88,753 Agronomist ...................................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$32,000 - $84,000 Aquatic Biologist.........................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$33,000 - $84,000 Conservation Biologist .............................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................$40, 684 - $61,734 Extension Agent .........................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$35,000 - $65,000 Farm Manager .............................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$22,000 - $69,000 Fisheries Technician ..................................................OJT* ............................................................................................................................ $35,692 - $55,732 Forester ..........................................................................OJT* ............................................................................................................................ $45,760 - $61,172 Geologist/Hydrologist ..............................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $79,081 - $95,555 Hunting Guide.............................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$19,864 - $28,496 Logging Equipment Operator ...............................OJT*/Technical Training ......................................................................................$24,086 - $34,444 Veterinarian ..................................................................Doctor of Veterinary Medicine .........................................................................$50,232 - $89,086 OJT* = On-Job-Training
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Lo o k a ro u n d yo u . . . Construction is an exciting field with many different career
painter, electrician, HVAC technician, insulator, estimator,
paths and opportunities. Generally, there are three branches
pipefitter/welder, plumber, roofer, sheet metal worker, iron
of construction: residential (house building, remodeling),
worker, safety, project manager and more! As you can see
commercial (businesses, offices), and heavy industrial (power
from this list, construction is no longer a “dangerous, dirty,
plants, mills, steel work). Within these three categories are
disrespected job,” but an educated, respected and well-paid
numerous occupations including brick mason, carpenter,
profession. For more information about construction and the
equipment operator, inspector, quality control, drywall finisher,
opportunities available, please visit www.gobuildgeorgia.com.
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Education Required
Salary Range
MANAGEMENT/ OFFICE Quality Control ............................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................... $35,692 - 65,748 Estimator .......................................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $49,129 - $89,003 Project Manager .........................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $67,558 - $147,784 Job Site Superintendent ..........................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $67,558 - $147,784 Safety Specialist ..........................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$45,988 - $88,566 CRAFTWORKERS Brickmason ...................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship/OJT* ............................................... $27,040 - $37,232 Carpenter ......................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $31,012 - $58,177 Laborer ...........................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $23,774 - $41,787 Equipment Operator .................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $29,494 - $43,992 Drywall Finisher ..........................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $31,761 - $45,302 Electrician......................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship ............................................................ $32,656 - 56,409 HVAC Mechanic...........................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship ..........................................................$34,611 - $53,000 Insulator.........................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship ..........................................................$27,580 - $37,939 Painter ............................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $17,451 - $35,817 Pipefitter/Welder ........................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship ..........................................................$35,027 - $50,000 Plumber .........................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship ..........................................................$35,027 - $50,000 Roofer .............................................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $29,286 - $33,217 Sheet Metal Worker ...................................................High School Diploma/Apprenticeship .......................................................... $20,217 - $48,172 OJT* = On-Job-Training
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Carpenter Carpenters play a significant part to the success of a construction project. They cut, shape, fit and assemble building materials to construct buildings, bridges, highways, docks and industrial plants. Carpenters build with wood, metal, concrete, plastics, composites of multiple materials and more. Following blueprints, they measure, lay out material, and then build foundations, walls, floors, ceilings and roofs. Carpenters may specialize in areas like structural framework, concrete formwork, interior trim and cabinetry, commercial carpentry and
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more. Carpenters get to work with a variety of power
while they are in high school. After high school, there
tools like pneumatic nail fasteners, power saws and drills,
are many post-secondary education opportunities at
and laser leveling tools. Carpenters can begin building
community colleges, apprenticeship programs and
their trade by taking career technical education classes
other industry programs.
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TAKES • FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS IN MATH & TECHNICAL CONCEPTS • SATISFACTION IN TEAMWORK • SELF-MOTIVATION & ATTENTION TO DETAIL • LEADERSHIP SKILLS & A DESIRE FOR CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT • COMMITMENT TO LIFE-LONG LEARNING
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Fresh water is one of our most vital resources and is basic to human health. We rely of public water systems to treat and
would look very different: no alarm clock, hot water, stove
deliver clean water to our homes, schools and businesses.
or television. All these things depend on natural gas,
Before it is delivered to us, it must go through a process
electricity or oil. Challenges are ahead in reliably providing
to remove chemicals, particulates and bacteria. This clean,
energy to a growing world while minimizing the impact on
potable water is then used for cooking, drinking, cleaning,
the environment.
bathing, watering our lawns and so forth.
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Maintenance and Reliability Technician Maintenance and reliability technicians install, troubleshoot, and repair rotating equipment, electrical power systems, and performance and safety instrumented systems keeping plants online and running efficiently.
Careers in Utilities Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
CAD Operator ..............................................................Technical Training ................................................................................................. $31,033 - $60,132 Chemical Engineer .....................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $53,476 - $95,472 Civil Engineer ...............................................................Bachelor’s Degree ...............................................................................................$53,580 - $104,416 Earth Driller ..................................................................OJT*/Technical Training ...................................................................................... $29,140 - $38,625 Electrical Engineer .....................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $65,520 - $105,684 Environmental Engineer ..........................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$37,169 - $83,304 Line Maintenance.......................................................OJT*/Technical Training ...................................................................................... $22,214 - $52,353 Maintenance Worker .................................................OJT*/Technical Training ......................................................................................$23,129 - $44,220 Mechanical Engineer ................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$59,550 - $91,686 Plant Operator .............................................................OJT*/Associate’s Degree ..................................................................................... $55,016 - $75,171 Quality Control ............................................................Bachelor’s Degree Preferred/Lab Experience ............................................... $35,692 - 65,748 Research and Development ...................................Bachelor’s Degree Preferred/Research Experience ................................ $73,382 - $145,724 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator ...............Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $30,555 - $46,862 Water Utility Service Worker...................................OJT*/Technical Training ...................................................................................... $28,745 - $45,032 OJT* = On-Job-Training
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ENERGY & UTILITIES CAREER PRESENTERS
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H I G H S C H O O L S T U D E N TS E N R O L L E D I N CO W E TA CO U N T Y S C H O O L S C A N C H O O S E F R O M E I T H E R O F T H E S E O P T I O N S: High School Courses
Dual Enrollment College Courses
Academics at CEC WGTC dual-enrolled courses and CEC classes can also be paired with one or more of the following high school academic courses: English 9th Lit Comp 10th Lit Comp 11th American Lit Comp 12th English Lit Comp
Math Algebra I Semester Geometry Semester Algebra II Math College Readiness
Science Physical Science+ Genearl Horticulture+ Natural Resorce Mgt. Plant Science & Biotechnology+ Biology Animal Science and Biotechnology
Social Studies American Government World History U.S. History Economics
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ZO N E 4 Media & communications Hospitality & Tourism
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doctors and nurses? Using science and problem-solving skills,
care of patients or working behind the scenes, healthcare in
people in healthcare create new medications, discover cures
Georgia has an opportunity for everyone.
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C a r e e r s i n H e a l t h c a re Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
Certified Nursing Aid (CNA) ....................................Technical Training ....................................................................................................................$31,400 Dentist ............................................................................Doctorate .................................................................................................................................$148,300 Dental Hygienist .........................................................Associate’s Degree ...................................................................................................................$70,800 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) ..............................Certificate ....................................................................................................................................$46,500 Medical Assistant........................................................Certificate ....................................................................................................................................$33,900 Medical Coder .............................................................Certificate ....................................................................................................................................$50,800 Medical Laboratory Technician .............................Associate’s Degree ...................................................................................................................$51,300 Medical Transcriptionist ...........................................Certificate/Associate’s Degree ............................................................................................$45,100 Paramedic .....................................................................Certificate/Associate’s Degree .............................................................................................$41,000 Pharmacy Tech ............................................................Certificate/Associate’s Degree .............................................................................................$34,000 Pharmacist ....................................................................Doctorate .................................................................................................................................$127,000 Physical Therapist .......................................................Doctorate ....................................................................................................................................$82,800 Physician/Surgeon .....................................................Doctorate .................................................................................................................................$372,300 Registered Nurse (RN) ...............................................Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................$76,000 Respiratory Therapist ................................................Associate’s Degree ...................................................................................................................$66,300 Surgical Technician ....................................................Associate’s Degree ...................................................................................................................$44,800 Veterinarian ..................................................................Doctorate ..................................................................................................................................$102,000 Ray Technician .........................................................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................................... $52,900 CowetaWorks D i s c o v e r Yo u r Wo r l d
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Physical Therapist Physical therapists are healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages who have medical problems or health-related conditions limiting their ability to move and perform functional activities.
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TAKES • STRONG MATH, SCIENCE & COMMUNICATION SKILLS • FOCUS & ATTENTION TO DETAIL • PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS • SATISFACTION IN TEAMWORK • MASTERY OF COMPLICATED MACHINERY & PROCESSES
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the expertise of engineers, designers and manufacturing
interest in production, maintenance, welding, and logistics,
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M A N U FAC T U R I N G & E N G I N E E R I N G C A R E E R P R E S E N T E R S
Careers in Manufacturing & Engineering Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
Assembly and Production Worker ........................Technical Training ................................................................................................. $18,616 - $32,281 Chemical Engineer .....................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $53,476 - $95,472 CNC Operator and Programmer ...........................Associate’s Degree/Certificate .......................................................................... $36,920 - $50,045 Civil Engineer ...............................................................Bachelor’s Degree ...............................................................................................$53,580 - $104,416 Electrical Engineer .....................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $65,520 - $105,684 Industrial Maintenance Electrician ......................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................$32,656 - $56,409 Industrial Maintenance Mechanic........................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................ $31,616 - $53,497 Industrial Maintenance Technician ......................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................ $31,616 - $53,497 Machine Operator ......................................................Technical Training/Certificate ........................................................................... $22,588 - $61,817 Machinist .......................................................................Certificate/Associate’s Degree ..........................................................................$31,845 - $61,900 Mechanic .......................................................................Technical Training/Associate’s Degree .......................................................... $23,233 - $56,347 Mechanical Engineer ................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$59,550 - $91,686 Process Engineer ........................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $61,110 - $112,570 Process Operator ........................................................Certificate/Associate’s Degree ..........................................................................$24,752 - $41,766 Production Manager .................................................Bachelor’s Degree ...............................................................................................$66,788 - $121,222 Robotics Engineer ......................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $61,110 - $112,570 Robotics Technician...................................................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................ $35,318 - $60,195 Tool and Die Maker ....................................................Certificate/Associate’s Degree .......................................................................... $30,825 - $56,513 Training Manager .......................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $73,382 - $145,724 Welder ............................................................................Technical Training/Certificate ...........................................................................$26,187 - $43,534
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Chemical Engineer Chemical engineers use chemistry, physics, math and economics to make products on a large scale. With a chemical engineering degree, you will have opportunities to work on exciting projects anywhere around the world. Chemical engineers work in research and development, others work to design and construct large scale equipment, while others work to optimize existing production plants. A chemical engineering degree requires four years of college. Most colleges and universities provide a co-op program in which the student works at a job with engineers to gain experience and earn money while pursuing their degree.
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TAKES • EXCELLENT WRITTEN & COMMUNICATION SKILLS • SELF-MOTIVATED • CREATIVE • DETAIL-ORIENTED • ABILITY TO MULTI-TASK • TECHNICAL EXPERTISE • SATISFACTION IN TEAMWORK • LEADERSHIP SKILLS
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Lo o k a ro u n d y o u . . . Stories are everywhere. The art of storytelling through
The traditional method of creating and distributing productions has grown far beyond the boundaries of Hollywood. With
film, video and digital media is in high-demand. Current-
countless methods of delivering and posting video productions
day technology offers those in Communications various
online, opportunities have grown exponentially over the last
opportunities to be a part of a creative and exciting field.
decade, and they continue to grow daily.
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Video Editor When the camera stops rolling, the lights go dim, and the director proudly yells, “that’s a wrap,” the video editor’s job is just getting started. Crafting hours of raw film and video footage into one concise, compelling product of a few minutes or even a few seconds can be a tremendous but exciting challenge. The exact sequence chosen by the video editor can often “make or break” a product. The editor is also tasked with cutting unnecessary images or sounds that may hinder the production of the video. They also insert special effects that keep the video engaging. The job sometimes can be tedious, but an outstanding video editor understands how important and rewarding attention to detail can be.
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C a r e e r s i n M e d i a & Co m m u n i c a t i o n s Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
Producer ........................................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $40,747 - $100,734 Broadcast Technician ................................................Post-secondary Vocational or Associate’s Degree ..................................... $25,313 - $60,985 Director ..........................................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................. $40,747 - $100,734 Videographer ...............................................................Post-secondary Vocational or Bachelor’s Degree ...................................... $23,441 - $64,313 Sound Engineer ..........................................................Post-secondary Vocational or Bachelor’s Degree ......................................$23,004 - $52,416 Script Writer ..................................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................. $35,963 - $93,412 Video Editor ..................................................................Post-secondary Vocational or Bachelor’s Degree ......................................$43,596 - $70,096 Graphic Artist ...............................................................Post-secondary Vocational or Bachelor’s Degree ...................................... $32,219 - $66,497
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TAKES • LOYALTY TO COUNTRY & COMMUNITY • SOUND MORAL PRINCIPLES • DEPENDABILITY & A POSITIVE ATTITUDE • PHYSICAL FITNESS • WILLINGNESS TO WORK LONG & VARIED HOURS
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Lo o k a ro u n d yo u . . . A career in public service ensures our society will continue
in our community through local branches of service. Military
to function in a just and orderly manner. Police officers,
careers require some of the same personal and professional
firefighters and corrections officers are career options available
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Police Officer Police officers work in partnership with the communities they serve to maintain law and order, protect members of the public and their property, prevent and reduce the fear of crime and improve the quality of life for all citizens. Police officers use a wide range of technology to protect individuals, identify perpetrators and ensure successful prosecution against those who break the law.
C a r e e r s i n Pu b l i c S a fe t y Occupation
Salary Range
FIRE DEPARTMENT Fire Fighter Candidate ...................................$35,777 to $55,455 Fire Fighter EMT ...............................................$37,924 to $58,782
Occupation
Salary Range
SHERIFF’S OFFICE Deputy Sheriff ..................................................$40,199 to $62,309 DS, Corporal ......................................................$42,611 to $66,047 DS, Sgt .................................................................$45,168 to $70,010
Fire Fighter /Paramedic .................................$40,199 to $62,309 DS, LT ...................................................................$47,878 to $74,211 Fire Fighter Paramedic ...................................$42,611 to $66,047 DS, Capt ..............................................................$53,796 to $83,383 Fire Fighter LT ...................................................$45,168 to $70,010
DS, Maj ................................................................$57,023 to $88,386
Fire Fighter Captain .......................................$47,878 to $74,211
DS, LT Col ............................................................$64,072 to $99,311
Battalion Chief ....................................................$53,796 to $83,383
DS, Col .................................................................$76,310 to $118,281
OJT* = On-Job-Training
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TAKES • KNOWLEDGE OF ALL AIRCRAFT. • ADVANCED MECHANICAL SKILLS. • ABILITY TO READ, WRITE AND COMMUNICATE WELL. • HIGH LEVEL OF DETAIL. • PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CREATIVE THINKING SKILLS. • PHYSICAL STRENGTH, AGILITY, MANUAL DEXTERITY AND NO FEAR OF HEIGHTS.
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Lo o k a ro u n d yo u . . . Careers in transportation are found in a variety of places.
the workforce. Some positions, such as a mechanic, may
Everything we use is transported by roadway, railway, airway
only require on-the-job or technical training. Other careers,
or waterway. Within transportation there are a variety of
such as maintenance director, recruiter, safety specialist, and
careers. The level of education required varies from high
marketing representative, require an associate degree. A
school graduate to a bachelor’s degree. After successfully
bachelor’s degree may be required for positions such as safety
completing high school, some students enter directly into
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C a r e e r s i n Au t o m o t i ve & Av i a t i o n Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing ....Certification/Associate’s Degree ........................................................................$36,500-$64,510 Aircraft Mechanic/Service ......................................Certification/Associate’s Degree ........................................................................$36,760-$62,920 Avionics Technician....................................................Certification/Associate’s Degree ........................................................................$39,940-$64,140 Support Air Transportation .....................................Certification/Associate’s Degree ........................................................................$36,830-$83,870 Automotive Mechanic ..............................................High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree .................................................... $23,233 - $56,347 Diesel Mechanic..........................................................High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree ....................................................$31,075 - $56,350 Dispatcher.....................................................................High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree .................................................... $23,753 - $43,472 Fleet Manager..............................................................High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree ....................................................$40,000 - $62,000 Highway Construction Worker ..............................High School Diploma...........................................................................................$26,000 - $40,000 Maintenance Director ...............................................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................$41,641 - $78,750 Maintenance Equipment Operator......................Certificate/Associate’s Degree ..........................................................................$31,000 - $53,200 Materials Handler .......................................................High School Diploma........................................................................................... $19,780 - $30,867 Safety Specialist ..........................................................Associate’s Degree ................................................................................................$45,988 - $88,566 Sales Representative .................................................Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree .......................................................... $34,777 - $88,753 Shipping and Receiving Clerk ................................High School Diploma/OJT* ...............................................................................$23,504 - $36,836 Truck Driver...................................................................CDL Class A License .............................................................................................. $29,099 - $51,147 Warehouse Supervisor .............................................High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree .................................................... $29,307 - $60,257 OJT* = On-Job-Training
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Diesel Mechanic Diesel mechanics work on anything powered with a diesel engine including trucks, heavy equipment, trains and boats. A career in diesel mechanics may be right for you if you are mechanically inclined and enjoy working with tools and repairing machines. If you choose this career, you must be able to use pneumatic tools, welding and cutting equipment, and hand tools. Diesel mechanics must also have expert knowledge of brake systems, transmissions, electronic components, and computer processors specific to diesel-powered vehicles. Because much of the training is on-the-job, you could enter directly into this career after completing high school. However, you will become more successful financially by completing a technical or community college training industry certification.
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TAKES • ADAPTABILITY AND A POSITIVE ATTITUDE • WILLINGNESS TO WORK HARD AS A TEAM PLAYER • COOPERATION, DIPLOMAC Y, AND TACT • ABILITY TO MULTI-TASK • ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS • STRONG WORK ETHIC AND COMPETITIVE NATURE • STRONG VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS
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Lo o k a ro u n d yo u . . . Careers in hospitality and tourism are found in a variety
Some careers begin through on-the-job-training while in high school, and others may combine on-the-job training
of places. Careers in the food industry may involve working
with formal education at a technical college. Management
directly with culinary staff, but they often involve working with
positions may require a bachelor’s degree. All careers in
the public. Golf pros or park rangers may work daily with small
hospitality and tourism are part of fast-paced environments
groups or individuals, while tour guides or hotel managers
and require stress tolerance, the ability to take direction, and
may work with hundreds of people.
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H O S P I TA L I T Y & TO U R I S M C A R E E R P R E S E N T E R S
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Sous Chef A sous chef reports to an executive chef and is the second in command within a professional kitchen. A sous chef is responsible for food preparation and managing and scheduling kitchen staff, ordering supplies, and planning the menu. Sous chefs can work in a variety of locations ranging from small restaurant kitchens to cruise ships. After successfully completing high school, some students use on-the-job training and hard work to move from entry level kitchen jobs to sous chef positions. Formal education and training through a culinary program prepare a sous chef in all needed areas and offer additional training in sanitation, cooking, and management. If a sous chef aspires to be a head chef, formal training and experience will help reach that goal.
C a r e e r s i n H o s p i t a l i t y a n d To u r i s m Occupation
Education Required
Salary Range
Assistant General Manager ....................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$35,000 - $75,000 Bartender ......................................................................High School Diploma/OJT ................................................................................$17,000 - $37,000 Butcher ..........................................................................High School Diploma/OJT ................................................................................$19,000 - $31,000 Caterer and Catering Manager ..............................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ............................................................$40,000 - $60,000 Chef/Head Cook .........................................................Associate Degree/Technical ..............................................................................$40,000 - $90,000 Convention and Event Planner ..............................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ............................................................$30,000 - $80,000 Food Service Manager ..............................................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ............................................................$40,000 - $90,000 Front Desk Agent .......................................................High School Diploma........................................................................................ $23,000 to $30,000 Front Desk Manager .................................................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ............................................................$26,000 - $35,000 General Manager .......................................................Bachelor’s Degree ..............................................................................................$50,000 - $120,000 Golf Course Greens Keeper .....................................Technical Training .................................................................................................$17,000 - $55,000 Golf Pro ..........................................................................Bachelor’s Degree .................................................................................................$30,000 - $77,000 Housekeeper ...............................................................High School Diploma/OJT .................................................................................$20,000 - $29,000 Housekeeping Manager .........................................High School Diploma/OJT .................................................................................$28,000 - $65,000 Marketing Manager ..................................................Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................................................$55,000 - $100,000 Museum Director ......................................................Bachelor’s Degree ............................................................................................. $45,000 - $100,000 Park Ranger .................................................................Bachelor’s Degree ................................................................................................$38,000 - $90,000 Referee, Umpire, Official .........................................High School Diploma/OJT .................................................................................$17,000 - $50,000 Restaurant Manager .................................................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ............................................................$40,000 - $52,000 Sales/Marketing Manager .......................................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree ..........................................................$35,000 - $100,000 Sous Chef.......................................................................Associate Degree/Bachelor’s Degree .............................................................$25,000 - $42,000 Spa Services Manager ...............................................Certificate/Associate Degree ..........................................................................$21,000 - $37,000
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