O*NET-SOC 43-9111.00

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.

Preparation

ItemValue
Preparation zoneZone 4 – Considerable preparation needed
What O*NET says the zone requiresConsiderable skill, knowledge, or experience is needed
Broad occupation in O*NETTrue (Yes)
Skills listed for this occupation6
Abilities listed for this occupation6
Tasks listed for this occupation5
Interest scores given for this occupation6

Skills

The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.

SkillO*NET elementImportanceDate
Mathematics2.A.1.e4.3807/2015
Critical Thinking2.A.2.a3.7507/2015
Reading Comprehension2.A.1.a3.7507/2015
Active Learning2.A.2.b3.6207/2015
Complex Problem Solving2.B.2.i3.6207/2015
Writing2.A.1.c3.507/2015

The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.

Abilities

The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.

AbilityO*NET elementImportanceDate
Mathematical Reasoning1.A.1.c.14.6207/2015
Number Facility1.A.1.c.24.007/2015
Written Comprehension1.A.1.a.24.007/2015
Oral Comprehension1.A.1.a.13.8807/2015
Written Expression1.A.1.a.43.8807/2015
Inductive Reasoning1.A.1.b.53.7507/2015

The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.

Tasks

The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.

TaskTypeIncumbents respondingDate
Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.Core11007/2015
Check source data to verify completeness and accuracy.Core11207/2015
Enter data into computers for use in analyses or reports.Core11207/2015
Compile reports, charts, or graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.Core11107/2015
Participate in the publication of data or information.Core11007/2015

Work interests

The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.

InterestScoreDate
Conventional7.011/2023
Investigative4.5311/2023
Realistic2.5311/2023
Enterprising1.7211/2023
Social1.3611/2023
Artistic1.011/2023

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Source: O*NET 29.1 Database (Occupation Data, Job Zones, Skills, Abilities, Task Statements, Interests), U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Data fetched 2026-10-31. See about and sources.