WDR Region 2 WDR Region 2 Labor Market Information Labor Market Information Planning for the Future Planning for the Future Tonya Lee Tonya Lee Alabama Department of Industrial Alabama Department of Industrial Relations Relations Labor Market Information Division Labor Market Information Division
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WDR Region 2WDR Region 2
Labor Market InformationLabor Market InformationPlanning for the FuturePlanning for the Future
Tonya LeeTonya LeeAlabama Department of Industrial Alabama Department of Industrial
RelationsRelationsLabor Market Information DivisionLabor Market Information Division
WDR Region 2WDR Region 2
Industry Information
Local Employment Household Dynamics Program
Partnership between AL Department of Industrial Relations & the US Census Bureau
About 2.5% of the workers living in Region 2 work in another state.
3% of the people working in Region 2 live in another state.
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Just over 13% of the workers living in Region 2 commute out of the region to
work.
Out CommutersOut Commuters
In CommutersIn Commuters
Just over 17% of the people working in Region 2 live outside the region &
commute in to work.
In 2006…In 2006…
4.5% of the people working in Region 2 in Goods Producing industries live in another
state. 3.1% from TN, 2,912
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About 11.4% of the workers living in Jackson County work in another state.
About 12.9% of the workers living in Jackson County who work in Trade, Transportation, & Utilities industries work in other states.
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Locations of Work for People Living in Jackson County working in Trade, Transportation, & Utilities Industries
Over 4,300 people commute into the city of Huntsville from another state to work, 85% of them from TN.Just over 6,000 people commute between 75 & 100 miles into Huntsville to work.
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Residences of People commuting between 75 & 100 miles into Huntsville to work.
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Skills
Knowledge
Work Activities
Skills Projections 2016
AL Department of Industrial Relations Labor Market Information
Division
High demand Occupations 2016High demand Occupations 2016Aerospace Engineers
Customer Service Representatives
Computer Hardware Engineers
Executive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Bill and Account Collectors
Family and General Practitioners
Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors
Occupational Therapists
Medical and Health Services Managers
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
Surgical Technologists
Team Assemblers
Computer Software Engineers, Applications
Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts
Computer Systems Analysts
Management Analysts
Registered Nurses
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software
Logisticians
Physical Therapists
Personal Financial Advisors
Industrial Engineers
Dental Hygienists
Clergy
Veterinarians
Database Administrators
Medical Assistants
Training and Development Specialists
Technical Writers
Home Health Aides
Dental Assistants
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High Demand OccupationsHigh Demand OccupationsSkills in DemandSkills in Demand
Skills DescriptionPercent Change
Avg Annual Openings
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences & paragraphs in work related documents. 19.25 2,340
Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, & not interrupting at inappropriate times.
18.95 2,250
Active LearningUnderstanding the implications of new information for both current & future problem-solving & decision-making. 19.14 2,195
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. 15.03 19
WritingCommunicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience 20.35 2,025
Basic Skills Social Skills Resource Management Skills Systems Skills Technical Skills Complex Problem Solving Skills
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Highest Demand OccupationsHighest Demand OccupationsTop Knowledge Requirements in DemandTop Knowledge Requirements in Demand
Knowledge DescriptionAvg Annual Openings
Skills Gap Index
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles & processes for providing customer & personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, & evaluation of customer satisfaction.
1,795 100.00
English LanguageKnowledge of the structure & content of the English language including the meaning & spelling of words, rules of composition, & grammar.
1,250 96.97
Education and TrainingKnowledge of principles & methods for curriculum & training design, teaching & instruction for individuals & groups, & the measurement of training effects.
1,120 93.94
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, & computer hardware & software, including applications & programming.
955 90.91
MathematicsKnowledge of arithmat ic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, & their applications. 680 87.88
Business & Management
Manufacturing & Production
Engineering & Technology
Mathematics & Science
Health Services
Education & Training
Arts & Humanities
Law & Public Safety
Communications Transportation
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All OccupationsAll Occupations
Skills DescriptionPercent Change
Avg Annual Openings
Judgment and Decision Making
Weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action 25.49 1,315
Technology DesignGenerating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs
25.30 1,070
Programming Writing computer programs for various purposes 25.03 315
Systems EvaluationLooking at many indicators of system performance taking into account their accuracy
23.40 1,365
Operations Analysis Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design 22.94 1,895
Basic Skills Social Skills Resource Management Skills Systems Skills Technical Skills Complex Problem Solving Skills
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Fastest Growing SkillsFastest Growing Skills
Knowledge DescriptionPercent Change
Avg Annual Openings
Telecommunications Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operation of telecommunication systems
39.03 505
Philosophy and TheologyKnowledge of different philosophical systems and religions, including their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs and practices and their impact on human culture
33.64 80
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties, interactions, and preventive health-care measures
30.83 705
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior & performance; individual differences in ability, personality, & interests; learning & motivation; psychological research methods; & the assessment & treatment of behavioral & affective disorders.
25.33 1,330
Therapy and CounselingKnowledge of principles, methods, & procedures for diagnosis, treatment, & rehabilitation of physical & mental dysfunctions, & for career counseling & guidance.