High-demand careers for the next decade
Two thousand two hundred and seventy careers with growing or fast-growing demand, careers where the underlying employment data shows growing or fast-growing demand, the kind of roles where good people are absorbed quickly and salaries trend upward as the work expands. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 42 of 46 for high-demand careers.
2270 careers in High-demand careers for the next decade, page 42 of 46
Substance Abuse Counselor
Master's Degree · $59,350
Provides expert care and support to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Counsels clients individually…
Succession Planning Specialist
Master's Degree · $75,940
Design and manage succession planning programs that identify, develop, and retain high-potential talent for critical…
Supply Chain AI Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Apply AI and machine learning to supply chain operations to improve demand forecasting, inventory optimisation,…
Supply Chain Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Optimizes logistics and operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
Supply Chain Automation Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,440
Designs and implements automation solutions across supply chain operations including RPA, IoT integration, and workflow…
Supply Chain Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Analyzes and optimizes supply chain operations, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to improve…
Supply Chain Director
Master's Degree · $107,230
Oversee and manage all aspects of the company's supply chain, including procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier…
Supply Chain Director / VP of Supply Chain Operations
Bachelor's Degree · $107,230
Oversees end-to-end supply chain strategy including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution to optimize…
Supply Chain Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,440
Optimizes supply chain operations through engineering analysis, designing logistics networks, improving material flow,…
Supply Chain Risk Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $107,230
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks across the supply chain including supplier disruptions, geopolitical threats,…
Supply Chain Sustainability Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $107,230
Develop and implement supply chain sustainability programs that reduce Scope 3 emissions, improve supplier…
Supply Chain Systems Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Analyzes, configures, and supports supply chain technology systems including ERP, TMS, WMS, and planning tools to…
Supply Planning Manager / Materials Planner
Bachelor's Degree · $82,320
Manages material requirements planning and supplier coordination to ensure raw materials and components are available…
Surf Instructor
High School Diploma · $46,800
Teaches individuals how to surf, focusing on safety, technique, and ocean awareness.
Surgical First Assistant
Certificate or Vocational Training · $66,800
Assist the primary surgeon during operative procedures by providing direct patient care, maintaining the operative…
Surgical Physician Assistant
Master's Degree · $135,880
Assist surgeons in the operating room, performing tasks such as suturing, wound closure, and patient management.
Survey Methodologist / Sampling Statistician
Master's Degree · $105,650
Designs statistically rigorous survey instruments, sampling frames, and weighting methodologies for government…
Surveying Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $54,240
Assist surveyors in measuring and mapping land, collecting data using specialized instruments.
Sustainability Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Collect, analyze, and report on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data to support corporate sustainability…
Sustainability Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Develops and implements strategies for organizations to operate in an environmentally and socially responsible manner,…
Sustainability Data Scientist
Master's Degree · $120,230
Apply advanced data science and machine learning techniques to analyze large-scale environmental and sustainability…
Sustainability Designer / Circular Design Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $83,910
Integrates sustainability principles into product and service design, applying circular economy frameworks, lifecycle…
Sustainability Nonprofit Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $80,390
Design, manage, and evaluate environmental education, conservation, and community sustainability programs for nonprofit…
Sustainability Reporting Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $83,050
Prepare and manage an organization's annual sustainability and ESG reports in compliance with GRI Standards, SASB,…
Sustainable Design Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $99,280
Design high-performance buildings and urban spaces that minimize environmental impact through passive design…
Sustainable Supply Chain Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $107,230
Develop and implement sustainability strategies across supply chains to reduce environmental impact, improve social…
Swim Instructor
High School Diploma · $47,320
Teaches individuals or groups how to swim, focusing on water safety, stroke techniques, and aquatic skills. Instructors…
Swimming Pool Builder
Certificate or Vocational Training · $79,920
Design, excavate, and construct in-ground swimming pools including gunite, fibreglass, and vinyl liner types, managing…
Syndicated Data Analyst (Nielsen / IRI / Circana)
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Analyzes syndicated retail and consumer panel data from Nielsen, Circana, and similar providers to track market share,…
Synthetic Biologist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $98,920
Engineers biological systems and organisms with novel functions by designing genetic circuits, metabolic pathways, and…
Synthetic Biology Engineer
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $109,370
Design and engineer biological systems and organisms with novel functions. Apply genetic engineering, metabolic…
Synthetic Data Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $129,680
Designs pipelines that generate, filter and validate synthetic datasets to expand coverage, protect sensitive…
Synthetic Media Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Create and manage AI-generated media including synthetic video, audio, and imagery for commercial, entertainment, and…
System Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $99,130
System Administrators are responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems,…
Systems Engineer (Hardware / Product)
Bachelor's Degree · $122,930
Manages the integration of mechanical, electrical, software, and thermal subsystems into complex products, defining…
Talent Acquisition Partner
Bachelor's Degree · $75,940
Identify, attract, and hire top talent by collaborating with hiring managers, developing recruitment strategies,…
Talent Agent
Bachelor's Degree · $82,890
Represents and promotes artists, performers, or athletes to secure employment and negotiate contracts. Cultivates…
Talent Development Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $69,280
Design and deliver individual and team development programs that build employee capabilities, support career growth,…
Talent Experience Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $75,940
Apply human-centered design principles to redesign talent processes including recruiting, onboarding, performance…
Talent Intelligence Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $75,940
Gather, analyze, and synthesize external talent market data to inform recruiting strategy, workforce planning, and…
Talent Management Consultant
Master's Degree · $101,860
Design and implement integrated talent management strategies that connect recruiting, onboarding, performance…
Talent Management Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $75,940
Develops and implements strategies to attract, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing employees. Designs and…
Talent Manager / Artist Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $82,890
Guides the career strategy of performing artists, athletes, or entertainers, managing bookings, contract negotiations,…
Talent Marketplace Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $149,280
Design and manage an internal talent marketplace platform that enables employees to discover internal opportunities,…
Talent Scout
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Identifies, evaluates, and recruits individuals with specific talents or skills for organizations, often in sports,…
Tattoo Artist
High School Diploma · $71,240
Create permanent body art by applying custom and pre-designed tattoo designs to clients' skin using specialized…
Tax Assessor
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Determine the value of real estate and other property for taxation purposes, ensuring equitable assessments.
Tax Attorney
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $159,670
Advise clients on legal matters, represent them in court, and draft legal documents. This role demands meticulous…
Tax Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $54,920
Manage financial assets, provide strategic investment advice, and develop comprehensive financial plans for individuals…
Tax Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $166,570
Oversee tax compliance, planning, and strategy for an organization, ensuring adherence to tax laws and minimizing…