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That is Marines MOS 0411. Civilian jobs, federal paths, and how the work reads on a resume.
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What the translation looks like
How it reads in service
Maintained MIMMS data integrity for 1,400 line items across battalion principal end items.
How a hiring manager reads it
Administered enterprise CMMS platform tracking 1,400 assets across multiple equipment categories with 99% data accuracy.
Roles this background maps to
Median pay, BLS OEWS May 2024
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0411 Maintenance Management Analysts (formerly Maintenance Management Specialists) are the Marine Corps backbone for tracking equipment readiness, parts requisitions, scheduled maintenance cycles, and the data that keeps the fleet of ground equipment mission-ready. If you held this MOS, you spent your career inside MIMMS (Marine Corps Integrated Maintenance Management System), MIMS, GCSS-MC (Global Combat Support System - Marine Corps), and a stack of equipment readiness reports that battalion and regimental commanders relied on for every readiness brief.
Training started with 13 weeks of recruit training at Parris Island or San Diego, then roughly 10-12 weeks at Marine Corps Combat Service Support Schools (MCCSSS) at Camp Lejeune. The school covered maintenance management theory, MIMMS data entry and analysis, equipment record administration, parts requisition workflow, and the reporting cycles that drive the Marine Corps maintenance program. Once at the fleet, you were the person at battalion or squadron maintenance management offices building daily readiness reports, scrubbing 4790-series records, validating service records jackets on principal end items, and chasing parts through the supply chain.
The work is heavily database-driven. You ran ERO (Equipment Repair Order) workflow, tracked deadlined equipment, processed deferred maintenance, reconciled inventory, and pulled the maintenance metrics that fed the Marine Corps Automated Readiness Evaluation System. That experience translates into civilian fleet maintenance program admin, ERP and CMMS administration, federal maintenance program analyst roles, and defense contractor maintenance management offices. For related Marine Corps logistics paths, see the 3043 Supply Administration and 6672 Aviation Supply Specialist career pages, or browse the full military to civilian career crosswalk.
I worked across federal supply, logistics, and property management for years after the Navy, and 0411s have one of the most directly translatable maintenance program backgrounds in the Marine Corps. The MIMMS, MIMS, and GCSS-MC experience plus maintenance program metrics work fits the GS-0343 Management and Program Analyst series at NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM, and federal contractor maintenance offices. Senior 0411s also fit GS-0301 admin roles overseeing federal maintenance programs. — Brad Tachi, Navy Diver veteran & BMR founder
The number that decides most of this: how does civilian pay compare to what the paycheck looks like now?
Marines mid-career
$58K to $82K
E-5 to E-7 total comp: base plus BAH, BAS and the tax advantage.
Civilian Maintenance Management Analyst
$65K to $109K
BLS median across the direct-match civilian roles on this page.
Federal, GS-9 to GS-13
$58K to $120K
7 matching GS series, plus locality pay and step increases.
About 20% higher on average
Civilian roles for Maintenance Management Analysts pay about $14K more than mid-career enlisted total comp.
Military comp is approximate and moves with location and dependents. Civilian is the BLS median. Federal includes locality pay. The real number depends on duty station, family status, GS step and overtime.
The civilian market for 0411 backgrounds is strongest in three lanes: federal contractor maintenance offices, fleet management for large logistics carriers, and ERP/CMMS administration roles inside manufacturing and distribution. Salary depends heavily on whether you stay close to maintenance program admin or pivot into broader logistics analysis.
Logisticians (O*NET 13-1081.00) earn a BLS median of $79,400 (May 2024). This is the most direct lane for senior 0411s — the work involves analyzing maintenance and supply chain data, building reports for management, and coordinating across multiple programs. Defense contractors at NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM, and Army Materiel Command all hire heavily for this role.
Industrial Production Managers (O*NET 11-3051.00) earn a BLS median of $108,790 (May 2024). Senior 0411s with maintenance management chief experience can move into this lane after a few years, especially in defense manufacturing and aerospace. PMP and Six Sigma credentials accelerate the move.
Operations Research Analysts (O*NET 15-2031.00) earn a BLS median of $83,640 (May 2024). The maintenance metrics analysis work — readiness rates, deadlined equipment trends, parts demand forecasting — maps cleanly to this role. A statistics or analytics certification helps if you don't have a quantitative degree.
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (O*NET 49-1011.00) earn a BLS median of $77,710 (May 2024). 0411s who supervised maintenance management sections at battalion or above fit this lane in fleet maintenance shops, transit authorities, and federal motor pools. For more on logistics resume framing, see the military logistics to civilian supply chain resume guide.
Industry conditions matter. Defense contractor maintenance program work clusters around major military installations — Camp Lejeune, Camp Pendleton, Albany GA (MARCORLOGCOM), Norfolk, San Diego, and the National Capital Region. Fleet maintenance management roles at FedEx, UPS, Penske, and Ryder are nationwide but pay less than defense contractor work. Aerospace MRO operations in Texas, Arizona, and the Southeast pay competitively but require relocation. Cross-branch 0411 equivalents include the Army 92A Automated Logistical Specialist, Navy AZ Aviation Maintenance Administrationman, and Air Force 2R0X1 Maintenance Management Analysis — all share civilian destinations. To see what your years are worth, the military to civilian salary guide breaks it down by experience tier. When you're ready to translate the experience into bullets, the military resume builder handles the formatting.
| Civilian job title | Industry | BLS median salary | Outlook | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LogisticianO*NET 13-1081.00 | Logistics & Supply Chain | $79,400 | 19% (Much faster than average) | strong |
| Industrial Production ManagerO*NET 11-3051.00 | Manufacturing | $108,790 | 0% (Little or no change) | strong |
| Operations Research AnalystO*NET 15-2031.00 | Analytics | $83,640 | 23% (Much faster than average) | strong |
| First-Line Supervisor of Mechanics, Installers, and RepairersO*NET 49-1011.00 | Maintenance & Repair | $77,710 | 4% (As fast as average) | moderate |
| Logistics Analyst (Production Planning Coordinator)O*NET 13-1199.07 | Supply Chain | $79,400 | 19% (Much faster than average) | strong |
| First-Line Supervisor of Office and Administrative Support WorkersO*NET 43-1011.00 | Administration | $64,910 | -2% (Decline) | moderate |
| Supply Chain AnalystO*NET 13-1081.00 | Logistics & Supply Chain | $79,400 | 19% (Much faster than average) | strong |
| Project Management SpecialistO*NET 13-1082.00 | Program Management | $98,580 | 7% (Faster than average) | moderate |
Maintenance program analyst, logistics analyst, and equipment specialist roles supporting Marine Corps and DoD aviation and ground systems.
Sustainment, depot, and maintenance program management roles across ground combat vehicle and naval programs.
Logistics analyst and maintenance program roles supporting aviation sustainment and weapon system programs.
Ground combat vehicle sustainment and maintenance program management roles aligned to Marine Corps systems.
Equipment lifecycle management and parts logistics roles supporting heavy equipment fleets.
Maintenance program management and logistics roles in aerospace sustainment, with strong veteran pipeline through SkillBridge.
Maintenance program analyst and logistics roles supporting DoD installations including MARCORLOGCOM and NAVAIR contracts.
Maintenance management and logistics support across DoD ground equipment and aviation programs.
Sustainment, logistics, and maintenance program management roles across DoD contracts worldwide.
Base operations, logistics, and maintenance program roles at major military installations.
Logistics analyst, maintenance program, and equipment specialist roles supporting aviation sustainment.
Helicopter maintenance program and logistics roles at multiple sustainment sites.
Logistics and maintenance program roles across radar, missile, and aviation programs.
Fleet maintenance program management and logistics analyst roles nationwide.
Fleet maintenance, logistics analyst, and operations roles across air and ground networks.
Fleet maintenance program management, supervisor, and logistics analyst roles nationwide.
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Federal civilian work is the strongest lane for 0411s. The maintenance program admin background lines up almost 1:1 with several GS series, and Veterans' Preference plus the maintenance management subject matter expertise gives you a real edge at agencies that operate large equipment fleets.
GS-0343 Management and Program Analyst is the primary target. NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM, Army TACOM, Defense Logistics Agency, and Air Force Sustainment Center hire 0343s to run maintenance program metrics, conduct readiness analysis, and write reports that feed acquisition and logistics decisions. Entry typically at GS-9 with a bachelor's or 1 year of specialized experience at GS-7 level. Senior 0411s with chief experience often qualify directly at GS-11 or GS-12.
GS-1670 Equipment Specialist covers technical equipment program oversight at depots and product support offices. The series qualification standard requires equipment knowledge gained through military maintenance management work — exactly what 0411s did. NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM Albany, and the various Army depots hire heavily for this series at GS-9 through GS-13.
GS-2010 Inventory Management overlaps the parts requisition and ERO tracking side of 0411 work. The 4790-series records, supply chain reconciliation, and parts demand analysis you did at battalion fits the qualification standard. Common at DLA, GSA, VA, and DoD installations. Entry at GS-7 or GS-9.
GS-2003 Supply Program Management is the right fit for senior 0411s who oversaw battalion or regimental maintenance and supply integration. The series sits at GS-11 through GS-14 typically and exists at major commands and installations.
GS-0301 Miscellaneous Administration and Program picks up 0411s in roles that don't fit a specific technical series — program coordination, special projects, executive officer-style admin work. Useful for senior NCOs and SNCOs moving into program management roles.
Veterans' Preference applies on USAJobs across all of these. If you're new to federal applications, the FITREP-to-resume-bullets guide shows how to mine your evaluations for federal-grade detail. The federal resume builder handles the GS-format requirements (hours per week, supervisor info, KSAs). Other Marine MOSes that target the same GS series include 3043 Supply Administration and 0111 Administrative Specialist. When you're ready, you can build your federal resume now.
| Series | Federal job title | Typical grades | Match | Explore |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS-1670 | Equipment Services | GS-9, GS-11, GS-12, GS-13 | 5 of 5 | View details |
| GS-0343 | Management and Program Analyst | GS-9, GS-11, GS-12, GS-13 | 5 of 5 | View details |
| GS-0346 | Logistics Management | GS-11, GS-12, GS-13, GS-14 | 4 of 5 | View details |
| GS-2001 | General Supply | GS-7, GS-9, GS-11 | 4 of 5 | View details |
| GS-2003 | Supply Program Management | GS-11, GS-12, GS-13, GS-14 | 4 of 5 | View details |
| GS-2010 | Inventory Management | GS-7, GS-9, GS-11 | 4 of 5 | View details |
| GS-0301 | Miscellaneous Administration and Program | GS-9, GS-11, GS-12 | 3 of 5 | View details |
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Not everyone stays in a related field. These paths run on the transferable half of the job: leadership, risk, logistics, planning.
Senior 0411s ran maintenance programs that combined planning, coordination, and accountability across multiple sections — the same skill set that operations managers use every day.
Transfers: program coordination, KPI reporting, cross-functional team management, process improvement, data analysis.
How to get there: Start as an operations supervisor or coordinator. PMP or Six Sigma Green Belt accelerates promotion. Bachelor's preferred but experience equivalency works at many employers.
BLS OEWS May 2024 · 6% (Faster than average)
0411s spent years inside MIMMS and GCSS-MC managing data integrity, user accounts, and workflow — that's exactly what commercial CMMS and ERP administrators do.
Transfers: ERP system administration, data integrity, user training, workflow configuration, reporting.
How to get there: Get certified on a commercial CMMS platform (Maximo, SAP PM, Fiix, or Oracle EAM). Vendor certifications are 4-8 weeks and cost a few hundred dollars each.
BLS OEWS May 2024 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators) · 2% (Little or no change)
Maintenance metrics, exception reporting, and translating operational data into senior leadership briefs is core business analyst work — 0411s do it every week.
Transfers: data analysis, requirements gathering, process documentation, reporting, stakeholder management.
How to get there: Bachelor's preferred. CBAP or CCBA from IIBA accelerates entry. SQL and Excel proficiency required — both are easy upskill paths.
BLS OEWS May 2024 (Business Operations Specialists) · 8% (Faster than average)
The 4790-series record audits and maintenance program compliance work is structurally identical to QA audit and corrective action management.
Transfers: audit compliance, process improvement, data integrity, metric reporting, corrective action management.
How to get there: Six Sigma Green or Black Belt plus ISO 9001 lead auditor training. Many manufacturers hire veterans with quality backgrounds directly.
BLS OEWS May 2024 (Industrial Production Managers) · 0% (Little or no change)
GS-0343 is the federal civilian analog of 0411 work. NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM, and DLA all hire 0343s for maintenance program analysis with strong veteran preference.
Transfers: program metrics, analytical reporting, cross-functional coordination, federal regulations, policy implementation.
How to get there: USAJobs application with a federal-format resume. Veterans' Preference (5 or 10 points) plus subject matter expertise typically lands GS-9 to GS-12 entry.
BLS OEWS May 2024 (Management Analysts) · 11% (Faster than average)
The parts requisition, supply chain reconciliation, and demand forecasting work that 0411s did at battalion translates directly to commercial supply chain management.
Transfers: parts procurement, vendor coordination, inventory management, demand forecasting, cost analysis.
How to get there: CSCP or CLTD from ASCM. Many logistics managers come up through analyst or planner roles, then move into management within 3-5 years.
BLS OEWS May 2024 (Logistics Managers) · 8% (Faster than average)
Penske, Ryder, FedEx, and UPS all run their maintenance programs the same way the Marine Corps runs MIMMS — schedules, repair orders, and KPI tracking.
Transfers: fleet maintenance program, asset lifecycle management, PM scheduling, vendor management, cost tracking.
How to get there: Many fleet managers come from maintenance supervisor roles. CMRP credential helps. Some fleet operators hire directly from SkillBridge.
BLS OEWS May 2024 (Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers) · 8% (Faster than average)
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If you're staying in maintenance program admin or fleet management, your terminology translates directly. Defense contractor and federal maintenance hiring managers know MIMMS, GCSS-MC, ERO, and the 4790-series. This section is for 0411s targeting careers OUTSIDE military maintenance management — operations management, ERP administration, supply chain analytics, and general program analyst roles in commercial industries.
The translation challenge for 0411s is that the systems names mean nothing in commercial industries, but the underlying skills — database administration, KPI tracking, exception reporting, cross-functional coordination — are universal. Lead with what the system does, not what it's called. The military terms to civilian language glossary covers the broader translation patterns.
Term mapping examples:
Resume bullet translation example (operations analyst role):
Military: "Managed MIMMS data integrity for battalion principal end items, processing 200+ EROs monthly and reducing deadlined equipment by 18%."
Civilian: "Administered enterprise maintenance management system for a 200+ asset fleet, processing 200+ work orders monthly and reducing equipment downtime by 18% through proactive parts requisition and PM scheduling."
Resume bullet translation example (program analyst role):
Military: "Built monthly readiness reports for the regimental commander covering 1,400 line items across motor transport and engineer equipment."
Civilian: "Produced monthly KPI reports for senior leadership covering 1,400 assets across multiple equipment categories, driving capital planning and parts forecasting decisions."
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Before, in service
Maintained MIMMS data integrity for 1,400 line items across battalion principal end items.
After, on the resume
Administered enterprise CMMS platform tracking 1,400 assets across multiple equipment categories with 99% data accuracy.
Before, in service
Processed parts requisitions through GCSS-MC for battalion maintenance shops, reducing back-order time by 22%.
After, on the resume
Processed inventory and procurement transactions through enterprise ERP platform, reducing parts back-order time by 22%.
Before, in service
Managed 200+ EROs monthly across 40 motor transport assets with average closeout time under 14 days.
After, on the resume
Managed 200+ work orders monthly across 40 fleet assets with average closeout time under 14 days.
Before, in service
Reduced deadlined equipment from 14% to 6% over six months through proactive PM scheduling and parts forecasting.
After, on the resume
Reduced equipment downtime from 14% to 6% over six months through proactive preventive maintenance scheduling and parts forecasting.
Before, in service
Audited 4790 records for 1,400 line items in preparation for the regimental maintenance management inspection — passed with zero findings.
After, on the resume
Audited maintenance records for 1,400 assets in preparation for the annual maintenance program audit — passed with zero findings.
Before, in service
Built weekly readiness reports for the regimental commander covering equipment availability, deadlined trends, and parts demand.
After, on the resume
Built weekly fleet availability dashboards for senior leadership covering uptime, downtime trends, and parts demand forecasting.
Before, in service
Served as Battalion Maintenance Management Chief overseeing 6 Marines and the maintenance program for 1,400 principal end items.
After, on the resume
Served as Maintenance Program Manager overseeing a team of 6 and the maintenance program for 1,400 fleet assets.
Before, in service
Maintained service records jackets for 200+ principal end items including modification status, hours, and maintenance history.
After, on the resume
Maintained equipment lifecycle records for 200+ assets including modification status, runtime hours, and complete maintenance history.
Before, in service
Built and tracked PM cycles for 1,400 line items, achieving 96% on-time scheduled maintenance compliance.
After, on the resume
Built and tracked preventive maintenance program for 1,400 assets, achieving 96% on-time PM compliance.
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Highly RecommendedCost Free for DoD employeesTime Self-paced, variesFederal acquisition workforce credential. Required for many GS-0346 and GS-1670 senior positions.
RecommendedCost Free for DoD employeesTime 40 hours onlineUseful credential for federal maintenance program work where you may oversee contractor performance.
OptionalCost $300-$600Time 1-2 monthsUseful for 0411s who want to write or coach federal resumes — also helps you write your own GS application.
Highly RecommendedCost $400-$700Time 3-4 months prepGI Bill eligibleThe benchmark credential for industrial maintenance program managers — directly aligned with 0411 work.
RecommendedCost $300-$500Time 2-3 months prepGI Bill eligibleTechnician-level reliability credential. Useful entry credential before pursuing CMRP.
RecommendedCost $1,500-$2,500Time 6-9 monthsGI Bill eligibleIndustry gold standard for supply chain professionals — strong fit for 0411s pivoting into commercial supply chain analyst roles.
RecommendedCost $1,200-$2,000Time 4-6 monthsGI Bill eligibleLogistics-specific credential covering transportation, distribution, and reverse logistics. Useful for fleet maintenance pivots.
RecommendedCost $1,500-$2,200Time 6-9 monthsGI Bill eligibleProduction planning and inventory credential. Maps to ERP administration and planning analyst roles.
Highly RecommendedCost $405-$555 examTime 3-6 months prepGI Bill eligibleHighest-leverage cert for senior 0411s. Unlocks GS-0343 at GS-12+ and commercial program manager roles.
RecommendedCost $225-$300Time 2-3 months prepGI Bill eligibleEntry-level project management credential. Useful before completing PMP eligibility.
RecommendedCost $300-$1,500Time 2-4 monthsGI Bill eligibleProcess improvement credential that adds operational analysis credibility on resumes.
RecommendedCost $500-$3,000Time 6-12 monthsGI Bill eligibleSenior process improvement credential. Strong fit for senior 0411s targeting operations management.
OptionalCost $3,000-$7,000Time 4-8 weeksGI Bill eligibleUseful for 0411s pivoting into fleet maintenance supervisor roles where the role requires test-driving equipment.
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The defense contractor lane is the highest-paying and lowest-friction transition for 0411s. Companies that operate adjacent to MARCORLOGCOM Albany, NAVAIR, and the Army depots actively recruit recent separators. SkillBridge fellowships at AAR Corp, Amentum, V2X, and KBR are the fastest path in. Industry associations include APICS/ASCM (now ASCM), CMRP through SMRP for maintenance and reliability professionals, and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) for defense logistics networking. The SkillBridge resume guide walks through the application process if you're still active duty. For broader logistics translation, the military logistics to civilian supply chain article covers similar MOSes.
If you're done with maintenance program work entirely, the program analyst path is the cleanest pivot. PMP from PMI is the highest-leverage credential — it costs around $400-$555 to take after the prerequisite training and unlocks GS-0343 jobs at GS-12 and above plus commercial program manager roles. CSCP from ASCM is the supply chain equivalent. Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean certifications add operational analysis credibility. American Corporate Partners (ACP) provides one-on-one mentorship for veterans pivoting between fields. Visit SFL-TAP resources for additional transition support.
USAJobs is the only place to apply for federal positions. Veterans' Preference (5 or 10 points depending on disability rating and service) gives 0411s real leverage in the GS-0343, GS-1670, GS-2010, and GS-2003 lanes. Federal resumes are detailed and structured — much different from a private sector 2-pager. The federal resume builder handles the formatting requirements, or get started building your resume.
Other military maintenance and supply MOSes that share civilian destinations:
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The strongest direct matches are Logistician (BLS median $79,400, May 2024), Operations Research Analyst ($83,640), maintenance program analyst at defense contractors, and CMMS or ERP administrator at companies running large equipment fleets. Senior 0411s with chief or section head experience also fit Industrial Production Manager roles ($108,790 BLS median).
GS-0343 Management and Program Analyst is the primary target — NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM, and Army Materiel Command all hire 0343s for maintenance program work. GS-1670 Equipment Specialist, GS-2010 Inventory Management, and GS-2003 Supply Program Management are also strong fits. Senior 0411s often qualify at GS-11 or GS-12 directly.
Operations management, supply chain analytics, and general program analyst roles all work as pivots. PMP from PMI, CSCP from ASCM, and Six Sigma Green Belt are the highest-leverage credentials. The maintenance metrics and exception reporting work translates cleanly to broader operations analysis roles in manufacturing, distribution, and aerospace.
Veterans' Preference (5 points for honorable discharge, 10 points for service-connected disability) is added to your federal application score after you meet minimum qualifications. For maintenance and logistics GS series, where many applicants are veterans already, the preference plus your MIMMS and GCSS-MC subject matter expertise is a real differentiator at the referral list stage.
Not necessarily for entry roles, but it helps. Most senior maintenance program analyst positions at NAVAIR, MARCORLOGCOM contractors, and AAR Corp prefer a bachelor's. If you don't have one, your GI Bill covers a logistics, supply chain, or business degree at most state schools. PMP or CSCP can also substitute for degree requirements at some employers.
AAR Corp, Amentum, V2X, KBR, Vectrus, and the major defense primes (Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics) all hire heavily for maintenance program work near major military installations. Fleet maintenance roles at Penske, Ryder, FedEx, and UPS are nationwide but pay less than defense work.
Yes, and it's the highest-conversion path for 0411s. SkillBridge fellowships at AAR Corp, Amentum, V2X, KBR, and Vectrus are common, and many convert to full-time offers if you perform. Apply 6-9 months before your EAS. The SkillBridge resume guide on our blog covers application strategy.
Yes, especially for defense contractor work near military installations. An active Secret clearance saves the employer 6-12 months and several thousand dollars in clearance processing costs. List the clearance level and expiration on your resume — it's one of the strongest signals for cleared maintenance program roles.
Plan for 3-6 months from application to start date for GS positions. The application itself takes time (federal resumes are detailed), the rating and ranking takes a few weeks, the interview and selection takes another month or two, and security adjudication can add weeks if your clearance lapsed. Apply broadly and early.
Defense contractor maintenance roles cluster around Camp Lejeune NC, Camp Pendleton CA, Albany GA (MARCORLOGCOM), Norfolk VA, San Diego CA, and the DC metro. Fleet maintenance jobs at Penske, Ryder, and the major carriers exist nationwide. Aerospace MRO is concentrated in Texas, Arizona, Florida, and the Southeast.
Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Career data from O*NET OnLine.
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