Top Ten Best, High-Demand Careers with Greatest Shortage of Talent This Year
By Darrell DiZoglio, Certified Professional Résumé Writer at RighteousResumes.com Copyright Sept. 2022
These jobs are known as the hardest to fill by hiring committees/hiring managers, internal Talent Acquisition Specialists/Recruiters, recruiting firms and employers. Employers are often forced to pay signing bonuses or a premium recruiting commission of 25-30% vs. the standard 20% commission. Additionally, employers are often happy to pay for professional certifications for the employees in these professions because they will be morally obligated to stay longer once they receive that help. My source for all this information is the hiring managers, executives, business leaders and business owners that I interview daily as a Certified Professional Résumé Writer, Career Coach & Job Search Coach.
Doctors, Surgeons, Physician’s Assistants, RNs, LPN, Pharmacists, Dentists, Dental Assistants, Paramedics, Radiology Technicians, Admissions Managers/Coordinators, Clinical Care Managers/Directors, Home-Care Nurses, Direct Care Givers – The Health Care field is serving patients 24 hours a day-7 days a week, and 365 days a year. So, unlike most professions, Hospitals, Emergency Care Facilities, Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Rehab Centers and Memory Care Facilities are all open 24-7, 365 days per year and have three shifts to fill every single day. Further, these jobs demand an MS or doctorate, except Registered Nurses and Paramedics. RN can become state licensed with an Associate of Science in Nursing (a 2-year program) which normally involves a hands-on Nursing internship for six months aka Practicum.
Paramedics must have experience working as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), have a high school diploma, and graduate from a Paramedic Training Program typically 18-24 months. Since advanced education is so expensive in these high-demand professions, I highly recommend you investigate joining the US Military, because if you want to be a Doctor, Dentist, Surgeon, Pharmacist, Advanced Practice Nurse, or Physician’s Assistant, they government will pay for your education in exchange for military service. This is how smart professionals graduate without college loan debt and ultra-high on-campus housing expenses.
Tractor Trailer Truck Drivers/Professional Driver, and Cross-Country/Regional Truck Drivers – Dallas Fort Worth Texas is a big hub for the third-party logistics (3PL) and Transportation industry. The Truck Driver shortage is very real, has lasted for decades, and looks to persist in the future because most young professionals want to spend time with their spouse/family/friends on nights and weekends. However, that creates a tremendous opportunity and job security for those who do enter the profession.
As a result of decades of scarcity, Truck Drivers are now paid more than ever before with compensation of $100,000 - $115,000 for experienced long-haul truck drivers, and $90,000-$100,000 for route Truck Drivers (home at night routes). Professional Drivers are rewarded with signing bonuses and excellent benefits to guarantee they are retained by their employers. Most employers prefer a high-school diploma, class A license with appropriate endorsements HAZMAT etc., and some practical experience. Many employers like Stephen’s offer professional Truck Driver Training Programs too.
Police Officers, Police Sergeants, Police Detectives, Undercover Narcotics Officer, Homicide Detective, Assistant Police Chief, Police Chief etc. Police department staffing was adversely affected by President Obama’s smears, Black Lives Matter protests that turned violent nationwide, the Coronavirus Pandemic and Lockdowns, and incidents like the July 7, 2016 shooting of five Dallas Police Officers at the end of a peaceful protest in downtown Dallas TX by a lone shooter. Not only do new recruits have to pass an extensive background test, polygraph, drug test, and physical fitness test, they also must graduate form their local Police Training Academy. Only 1 in every 10 candidates can make it through the vetting process to become a Police Officer. Salaries, benefits, and retirement plans/pensions have improved significantly in the last 20 years. Yes, Police Officers do earn plenty of overtime annually and a bachelor’s degree is recommended.
Operations, Project, Supply Chain & Logistics Coordinators, Managers and Directors – The professionals that work in these fields are likely in high demand because they normally are hands-on professionals vs. desk workers who push paper/can work remotely. Further, these positions have an enormous amount of responsibility, the challenges never end, and workplace safety and accident prevention are very real concerns. Fortunately, as key employees they are well taken care of compensation wise, and their résumés are often full of achievements, awards, recognition, and bonuses.
Project Managers and Directors/Project Executives in particular are in high demand because they normally travel to manage multiple geographically diverse projects simultaneously, while coordinating talent, materials and equipment to optimize productivity. This is a highly specialized skill and with experience Project Managers learn to complete their projects on time, within budget and without reportable injuries or accidents. New Project Managers will want to earn a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification by being Supervised and coached by a veteran PMP for at least one year (required), then study the Project Management Institutes best practices so you pass the PMP Certification exam.
Skilled Tradesmen/Craftsmen aka Carpenters, Plumbers, HVAC Technicians, Electricians, Roofers, Stone Masons, Bricklayers, Construction Project Managers, Restoration Managers, Construction Workers, Equipment Operators – Front Loaders, Bulldozers, Backhoes, Crane Operators etc. If you want a great paying career, skip college, and learn a skilled trade instead. You will be glad you did.
Sales and Marketing – Sales Executives, Sales Representatives, Sales Managers, Sales Directors, Marketing Managers, Digital Marketing Managers, Marketing Directors etc. These positions are key positions within most companies because they are direct contributors to the bottom line. As such, their performance is tracked and measured with key performance metrics (KPM) every month. That's exactly why the compensation, benefits and bonuses in these careers are very above average. That said, poor producers may be laid off during a recession, but sales and marketing professionals that meet their goals, will be rewarded with bonuses and recognition.
To maintain your productivity in sales or marketing it's essential to have a commitment to continuous life-long learning, so your performance and contributions will improve over time. A fascinating fact about sales careers - The top 20% of the sales team brings in 80% of the sales, and the remaining 80% of the sales team brings in 20% of the sales. Regardless of industry, this always seems to be true. This is exactly why sales professionals are usually ranked for performance vs. peers for everyone to see on a leader board. Therefore, if you know you are lazy or only want to put forth minimum effort, you probably want to pass on a sales career.
Manufacturing and Production Coordinators, Managers and Directors normally are hands-on professionals, with strong focus on standard operating procedures, quality, continuous improvement, and workplace safety/accident prevention.
IT, Cyber Security & Infrastructure Managers, Directors, VPs, CTO, & CISO, as well as Data Scientists – The interesting thing about the IT world is that relevant practical experience and recognized certifications are enough to qualify you for these roles. Bachelor and master’s degrees are certainly helpful, but not required. Careers in these fields normally pay $100,000 -$250,000 depending on the level of your skills.
Air Traffic Controllers, Airlines Pilots and Commercial Pilots – There has been a great many baby boomer retirements lately, so the talent shortage here is worse than ever. Add to that, the Coronavirus Pandemic & Lockdowns grounded all US airlines from April 2020 to April-July 2021. Thankfully, Americans are back flying and cruising again because we have finally reached herd immunity here in the US.
Java, .NET, Python & JavaScript Developers are still in strong demand currently, however, hiring will decline over the next few years.
Would you like to be winning from the beginning in your job search? If yes, contact Darrell DiZoglio, Certified Professional Resume Writer, CPRW, Executive Resume Writer & Career Coach at http://RighteousResumes.com today because results matter most.
Top Recession Proof Jobs/Careers for 2022 and Beyond
By Darrell DiZoglio, CPRW, Executive Resume Writer and Job Search & Career Coach at http://RighteousResumes.com
Yes, we have hit new all-time historical highs in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, NASDAQ and S & P in 2021, so we are officially in our 12th consecutive year of a bull market after the March 2008 lows of the Financial Crisis. This is amazing, but it’s also due in part to quantitative easing (QA = the Fed’s euphemism for unprecedented massive money printing), a huge reduction in corporate income tax, personal income tax cuts, official unemployment figures that were rigged for political gain and interest rates that were kept artificially low for the last nine years. However, we do have free markets where buyers buy and sellers sell of their own free will. Thus, this extended vacation from reality isn’t going to last much longer. Further, there is no doubt that when the stock markets and economy does revert to the mean it isn’t going to be pretty.
Yes, the huge layoffs have already begun especially in telecommunications, call centers, customer service jobs (automation), cashiers (automation) and retail. It is with this in mind that I give you my guide to the best recession-proof careers. I have learned from interviewing thousands of professionals, managers and executives as a Certified Professional Résumé Writer, but before that I was a hiring manager too. So much of this is gleaned from my own experience, my clients experience and the experience of many hiring managers/executives that I have had the privilege to interview. These are organized by the following “People Will Always Need … Categories” in all capital letters below:
MEDICAL/HEALTH CARE SERVICES: Doctors, Surgeons, Physician’s Assistants, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Chiropractor, Nutritionist, Naturopathic Doctor (ND), Cardiologist, Radiologist, Bariatric Surgeon, Dermatologist, Oncologist, Ophthalmologist, Neurologist, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacy Director, Mental Health Counselor, Internist, Gynecologist/Obstetrician, Dentist, Endodontist, Oral Surgeon, Anesthesiologist, Brain Surgeon, Pediatrist, Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Hospital Orderly, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Director of Nursing, Human Resources Manager/Director, Scheduling Coordinator, X-ray Technician, Sonogram Technician, CAT Scan Technician, Dietician, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Reflexologist, Sports Rehab Therapist, Admissions Manager/Director, Nursing Home Administrator, Marketing Manager/Director, Health Care Recruiter etc.
TRANSPORTATION/TRUCKING/3PL/RAILROAD: Truck Drivers, Refrigerated Truck Drivers, Flatbed Truck Drivers, Long-Haul Truck Drivers, Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers, Bobcat Truck Drivers (no commercial tractor trailer license necessary), Route Truck Drivers/Route Drivers, Heavy Duty Dump Truck Drivers, Crain Operators, Bulldozer Drivers, Front-End Loader Drivers, Backhoe Operators, Excavator Drivers, Skid Steer Drivers, Tractor Drivers, Freight Sales Reps, Logistics Managers, Business Development Managers, Account Representatives, Operations Managers, Operations Directors, Railroad Conductor, Subway Driver, Subway Operator, Bus Driver, Railroad Signals Technician, General Manager, Railroad Security/Railroad Terminal Security, Bus Station Security, Railroad Switcher, Garbage Truck Drivers, Recycling Truck Drivers etc. There are significant sign-on bonuses for Truck Drivers with a Class A license nationwide and that includes experienced Tractor-Trailer Drivers and newly licensed Truck Drivers with a Class A license.
AIRLINES/AIRPORTS/AIR DEFENSE/AIR FREIGHT/AEROSPACE: The US Military/Air Force is currently hiring candidates to be Pilots, Helicopter Pilots, Drone Pilots, Airmen, Navigators, Aircraft Mechanics, Weapon Specialists, Air Traffic Controllers, Air Craft Carrier Signal Specialists, Radar Specialists, Sonar Specialists, Military Police, Airlines are hiring Jet Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers (in high demand), Commuter Plane Pilots, Commercial/Freight Pilots, Co-Pilots, Flight Attendants, Ticket Counter Reps, Passenger Coordinators, Terminal Managers, Baggage Handlers, Flight Mechanics, Private Pilots for Executive Jets/Small-Medium Aircraft, Sky Marshal (undercover armed security for airline passengers), Airport Security, Airport Sky Captains, Airport Porters, TSA Managers/Directors, TSA Inspectors, TSA Passenger Coordinators, TSA Security Specialists, TSA Baggage Inspectors, TSA Passenger Screeners, Aeronautical Engineers, First Responders at Airports – Paramedics, EMTs, Firemen, Police etc., Customer Service Representatives, Aircraft Manufacturing Assemblers, Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Jet Turbine Mechanics, Aircraft Manufacturing QC Inspector, Ground Support Technicians etc.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND CYBER SECURITIY: Systems Administrators, IT Managers, IT Directors, VP IT & Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architects, Information Security Analysts, Network Engineers, Solution Sales Consultants/Sales Managers/Directors & Business Development Managers/Directors for Managed Service Providers, IT, Infrastructure & Cyber Security Consultants, Software Developers, JAVA & .NET Developers, Website Designers, IT & Technology Recruiters, Cyber Security Recruiters, Information Security Managers/Directors/VP, CISO, CTO, Python & MS PowerShell (popular automation languages) Developers/Coders, Infrastructure & Cyber Security Managers/Directors, Security Engineer, Security Consultant, Penetration Tester,
Security Administrator, Cyber Security Software Developer, Android App Developer, Apple iOS App Developer, Software Engineer, Help Desk Specialist, Help Desk Manager, Mobile IT & Technical Support Technician, Computer Repair Technician, etc.
UTILITIES/POWER & GAS COMPANIES/TELEPHONE/WATER/ NUCLEAR/ SOLAR/WIND: Operations Managers/Directors, Lineman/Line Repairmen, Electrical Engineers, Electrical Technicians, Electricians, Project Managers, Project Executives, Attorneys, General Counsel, Community Relations Managers, Public Relations Managers, Customer Service Reps, Sales Reps, Sales Managers, Business Development Managers, Commercial Sales Reps, Commercial Sales Managers/ Directors, Truck Drivers, Installers, Energy Efficiency Auditors, Solar Panel Installers, Estimators, Wind Turbine Install/Repair Technicians, Water Quality Assurance Specialists, Security Guards, Security Manager/Director, Fleet Maintenance Manager, Troubleshooting Technician, Nuclear Engineer, Safety Inspector, Compliance Manager, Nuclear Operations Manager, Nuclear Operations Schedule Coordinator, Nuclear Operations Director, Nuclear Safety Analyst, Nuclear Technician, Nuclear Simulation Training Manager, Human Resources Manager/Director, etc. You can be sure that people will always need power, water, Internet and cable TV/satellite TV.
TRASH COLLECTION/RECYCLING: Garbage Truck Drivers, Recycling Truck Drivers, Driver’s Assistants, Crane Operators, Operations Managers/Directors, Recycling Manager/Director, Commercial Sales (commercial dumpsters/ construction dumpsters & haul away services), Sales Consultants, Account Managers, Sales Manager/Director, Sales & Marketing Managers/Directors, Fleet Maintenance Manager, Comptroller, Accounts Receivable Manager, Collections Manager, Diesel Mechanics, Human Resources Manager, Recruiter etc.
EDUCATION/UNIVERSITY/VOCATIONAL TRAINING: Kindergarten Teachers, Elementary School Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Music Teachers, Physical Fitness Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, English Teachers, Middle School Teachers, High School Teachers, Private School/Academy Teachers, Principals, College/University Professors, Graduate School Professors, Department Heads, Superintendent of Schools, Dean, Admissions Specialists, Admissions Manager/Director, Academic Advisor, Academic Counselor, Bursar, Financial Manager/Director, Accounts Receivable Manager, Collections Specialists, Collections Manager, Financial Aid Counselor, Career Placement Counselor, Career Placement Manager/Director, Maintenance Engineer/Janitor, Property Manager, Assistant Property Manager, Comptroller, Portfolio Manager, Foreign Language Teacher/Professor, Science Teacher/Professor, Accounting Professor,
Management Professor, Law Professor, Engineering Professor, Economics Professor, Journalism Professor, History Professor, Public Relations Professor, Finance & Banking Professor, Aircraft Mechanics Professor, Diesel Mechanics Professor, Nursing Professor, Computer Science Professor, Computer Programming Professor, Agricultural Engineering Professor, IT Professor, Software Engineering Professor, Business Administration Professors, Architecture Professors, Civil Engineering Professors, Mechanical Engineering Professors etc.
SKILLED TRADES, RESTAURANTS & HOTELS, GROCERY STORES, AGRICULTURE, WRITERS: Electrician, Carpenter, Plumber, Pipefitter, Millwright, Installers, Organic Farmer, Farmer, Rancher, Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, Security Guard, Armed Security Guard, Truck Driver, Tractor Trailer Driver, Tow Truck Driver, Delivery Driver, Bartender, Food Server, Cocktail Server, Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Banquet Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Special Events Coordinator, Events Planner, Executive Chefs, Sous Chef, Line Cook, Grill Cook, Restaurant Manager, Salad & Desert Chef, Pastry Chef, Banquet Chef, Dining Room Managers, Concierge, Banquet Manager, Night Club Manager, Grocery Store Manager/Director, Deli Meat Clerk, Prepared Foods Cook, Baker, Shelf Stocker, Warehouse & Receiving Clerk/Manager, Cashier, Department Manager, Produce Manager, Meat Department Manager, Seafood Department Manager, Buyer, Procurement Manager, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager/Director, Grant Writer, Medical Writer, Technical Writer, Copywriter, Marketing Writer, Press Release Writer/Publicist, Sports Photographer, Nature Photographer, News Photographer, Video Camera Operator Editor etc.
RECREATION, SPORTS, MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT: Resort Manager/Director, Promoter, Talent Manager/ Coordinator, Casino Manager/Director, Marketing Manager/Director, Booking Coordinator, Reservations Specialist, Procurement Manager, Procurement Specialist, Athlete Agent, Talent Agent, Ticket Sales Rep, Luxury Box/Season Ticket Sales Rep, Public Relations Manager, Sales & Marketing Manager/Director, Property Manager, Lighting Manager, Human Resources Manager/Director, Talent Scouts, General Manager, Strength Coach, Nutritionist, Doctor of Sports Medicine/Trainer, Team Manager, Coaching Staff, Equipment Manager, Private Pilot/Co-Pilot for Team Jet, Food & Beverage Manager, Travel Manager, Security Manager/Director, Catering Operations Manager/Director, Bartender, Food Server, Cocktail Server, Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Banquet Manager, Special Events Coordinator, Events Planner, Sound Engineer, Lighting Manager, Executive Chefs, Sous Chef, Line Cook, Grill Cook, Restaurant Manager, Salad & Desert Chef, Pastry Chef, Banquet Chef, Dining Room Managers, Concierge, Banquet Manager, Night Club Manager, Professional Athletes, Professional Musicians/Singers, On-Air Talent, Sports Broadcaster, Sports Analyst, Landscape Manger, Golf Course Manager, Golf Pro, Tennis Pro, Baseball Instructor, Football Coach/Head Coach, Ski Instructor etc.
POLICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, THE COURT SYSTEM, PUBLIC SAFETY, HOMELAND SECURITY/TSA: Police Officer, Police Detective, Police Operations Manager/Director, Narcotics Detective, Organized Crime Detective, Sheriff, Sheriff’s Deputy, State Trooper, Police Dispatcher, Police Training Academy Instructor, Police Department Recruiters, Corrections Officer, Parole Officers, Bounty Hunters (most are self-employed), Bail Bond Agent, Private Investigator, Bail Bonds Branch/Office Manager, Customer Service Agent, Skip Tracer, Asset Recovery Agent, Human Resources Manager/Director, Internal Affairs Investigator, Community Relations Manager/Director, Deputy of Police, Assistant Chief of Police, Chief of Police, FBI Agent, FBI Analyst, FBI Field Investigator, Coroner, Medical Examiner, Fraud Analyst, Homicide Detective, Military Police, Military Police Detective, Crime Scene Investigator, Crime Scene Photographer, Finger Print Analyst, DNA Analyst, Criminal Profiler, NSA Agent, NSA Investigator, NSA Analyst, CIA Agent, CIA Investigator, CIA Analyst, Intelligence Analyst, Satellite Photo Analyst, Troop Movement Monitor, Attorney, Criminal Defense Attorney, Public Defender, Prosecutor, Assistant Prosecutor, Court Reporter, Bailiff, Armed Security Guard, Paralegal, Paralegal Assistant, Judge, Civil Court Judge, Criminal Court Judge, District Court Judge, Federal Court Judge, Superior Court Judge, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) Trainer, FEMA Analyst, FEMA Manager/Director, FEMA Public Health Director, OSHA Public Safety Manager/Director, OSHA Worksite Safety Inspector, OSHA Compliance Officer/Manager/Director, Transportation Security Agency (TSA), Border Patrol Agents, ICE Officers/Agents, SWAT Team Members, Helicopter Pilots, Sky Marshals, Managers/Directors (see Airport/Airlines Employment) and US Department of Homeland Security (USDHS) Managers/Directors, Threat Analyst, Security Analyst, Compliance Officer, Compliance Manager/Director etc.
LOCAL, STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CAREERS: Building Inspector, Fire Inspector, Health Inspector/Food Safety Inspector, Town Manager, Mayor, City Manager, Department of Transportation (DOT) Manager/Director, Governor, Tax Collector, Tax Collection Clerk, Community Relations Manager/Director, Human Resources Manager/Director, Human Resources Generalist, Benefits Administrator, Financial & Accounting Manager/Director, Budget Analyst, Statistician, Department of Public Works Manager/Director, Parks & Recreation Manager/ Director, Office of Accounts & Controls Manager/Director, Department of Administration Manager/Director, Business Analyst, Compensation Analyst, Attorney General, Auditor General, Insurance Commissioner, Comptroller, Lieutenant Governor, Department of Business Regulation Manager/Director, Department of Corrections Manager/Director, Casino Regulation Manager/ Director, Department of Children, Youth & Families Manager/Director, Town Planner, Town Solicitor, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Manager/Director, Department of Education Manager/Director, Department of the Elderly Manager/Director, Department of Economic Development Manager/Director, Department of Environmental Protection Manager/Director, Treasurer, Town Treasurer, City Treasurer, Department of Health Manager/Director, Department of Higher Education Assistance Manager/Director, IT Department Manager/Director, Department of Labor & Training/Workforce Development Manager/Director, Department of Emergency Management Manager/Director, Municipal Affairs/Development Department Manager/Director, The State Lottery Commission Manager/Director, State National Guard Manager/Director, Ombudsman, Parole Board Manager/Director, Police & Community Relations Manager/Director, Public Works Department Manager/Director, Resource & Recovery Department Manager/Director, Public Defender’s Office Administrator, Public Defender’s Assistant, Sheriff’s Department Manager/Director, State Police Department Manager/Director etc.
REAL ESTATE/MORTGAGE BANKING/REAL ESTATE LAW/TITLE COMPANY:
Realtor, Licensed Real Estate Sales Professional, Real Estate Broker, Realtor’s Assistant, Office Manager, Marketing Manager/Director, Administrative Assistant, Mortgage Banker, Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Processor, Mortgage Underwriter, Receptionist, General Manager, Branch Manager, Compliance Officer/Analyst, Marketing Support Assistant, Social Media Marketing Specialist/Manager, Compliance Manager, Internal Auditor & Compliance Specialist,
Wholesale Lending Representative, Account Manager, Customer Service Rep, Title Attorney, Real Estate Attorney, Title Researcher, Title Abstractor, Real Estate Appraiser, Commercial Real Estate Appraiser, Commercial Banker, Commercial Loan Officer, Paralegal, Paralegal Assistant, Researcher, Closing Coordinator, Closing Attorney, Escrow Attorney etc.
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By Darrell DiZoglio, CPRW, Executive Resume Writer and Job Search & Career Coach at http://RighteousResumes.com
Yes, we have hit new all-time historical highs in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, NASDAQ and S & P in 2021, so we are officially in our 12th consecutive year of a bull market after the March 2008 lows of the Financial Crisis. This is amazing, but it’s also due in part to quantitative easing (QA = the Fed’s euphemism for unprecedented massive money printing), a huge reduction in corporate income tax, personal income tax cuts, official unemployment figures that were rigged for political gain and interest rates that were kept artificially low for the last nine years. However, we do have free markets where buyers buy and sellers sell of their own free will. Thus, this extended vacation from reality isn’t going to last much longer. Further, there is no doubt that when the stock markets and economy does revert to the mean it isn’t going to be pretty.
Yes, the huge layoffs have already begun especially in telecommunications, call centers, customer service jobs (automation), cashiers (automation) and retail. It is with this in mind that I give you my guide to the best recession-proof careers. I have learned from interviewing thousands of professionals, managers and executives as a Certified Professional Résumé Writer, but before that I was a hiring manager too. So much of this is gleaned from my own experience, my clients experience and the experience of many hiring managers/executives that I have had the privilege to interview. These are organized by the following “People Will Always Need … Categories” in all capital letters below:
MEDICAL/HEALTH CARE SERVICES: Doctors, Surgeons, Physician’s Assistants, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Chiropractor, Nutritionist, Naturopathic Doctor (ND), Cardiologist, Radiologist, Bariatric Surgeon, Dermatologist, Oncologist, Ophthalmologist, Neurologist, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Manager, Pharmacy Director, Mental Health Counselor, Internist, Gynecologist/Obstetrician, Dentist, Endodontist, Oral Surgeon, Anesthesiologist, Brain Surgeon, Pediatrist, Paramedic, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Hospital Orderly, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Director of Nursing, Human Resources Manager/Director, Scheduling Coordinator, X-ray Technician, Sonogram Technician, CAT Scan Technician, Dietician, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist, Reflexologist, Sports Rehab Therapist, Admissions Manager/Director, Nursing Home Administrator, Marketing Manager/Director, Health Care Recruiter etc.
TRANSPORTATION/TRUCKING/3PL/RAILROAD: Truck Drivers, Refrigerated Truck Drivers, Flatbed Truck Drivers, Long-Haul Truck Drivers, Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers, Bobcat Truck Drivers (no commercial tractor trailer license necessary), Route Truck Drivers/Route Drivers, Heavy Duty Dump Truck Drivers, Crain Operators, Bulldozer Drivers, Front-End Loader Drivers, Backhoe Operators, Excavator Drivers, Skid Steer Drivers, Tractor Drivers, Freight Sales Reps, Logistics Managers, Business Development Managers, Account Representatives, Operations Managers, Operations Directors, Railroad Conductor, Subway Driver, Subway Operator, Bus Driver, Railroad Signals Technician, General Manager, Railroad Security/Railroad Terminal Security, Bus Station Security, Railroad Switcher, Garbage Truck Drivers, Recycling Truck Drivers etc. There are significant sign-on bonuses for Truck Drivers with a Class A license nationwide and that includes experienced Tractor-Trailer Drivers and newly licensed Truck Drivers with a Class A license.
AIRLINES/AIRPORTS/AIR DEFENSE/AIR FREIGHT/AEROSPACE: The US Military/Air Force is currently hiring candidates to be Pilots, Helicopter Pilots, Drone Pilots, Airmen, Navigators, Aircraft Mechanics, Weapon Specialists, Air Traffic Controllers, Air Craft Carrier Signal Specialists, Radar Specialists, Sonar Specialists, Military Police, Airlines are hiring Jet Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers (in high demand), Commuter Plane Pilots, Commercial/Freight Pilots, Co-Pilots, Flight Attendants, Ticket Counter Reps, Passenger Coordinators, Terminal Managers, Baggage Handlers, Flight Mechanics, Private Pilots for Executive Jets/Small-Medium Aircraft, Sky Marshal (undercover armed security for airline passengers), Airport Security, Airport Sky Captains, Airport Porters, TSA Managers/Directors, TSA Inspectors, TSA Passenger Coordinators, TSA Security Specialists, TSA Baggage Inspectors, TSA Passenger Screeners, Aeronautical Engineers, First Responders at Airports – Paramedics, EMTs, Firemen, Police etc., Customer Service Representatives, Aircraft Manufacturing Assemblers, Mechanical Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Jet Turbine Mechanics, Aircraft Manufacturing QC Inspector, Ground Support Technicians etc.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND CYBER SECURITIY: Systems Administrators, IT Managers, IT Directors, VP IT & Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architects, Information Security Analysts, Network Engineers, Solution Sales Consultants/Sales Managers/Directors & Business Development Managers/Directors for Managed Service Providers, IT, Infrastructure & Cyber Security Consultants, Software Developers, JAVA & .NET Developers, Website Designers, IT & Technology Recruiters, Cyber Security Recruiters, Information Security Managers/Directors/VP, CISO, CTO, Python & MS PowerShell (popular automation languages) Developers/Coders, Infrastructure & Cyber Security Managers/Directors, Security Engineer, Security Consultant, Penetration Tester,
Security Administrator, Cyber Security Software Developer, Android App Developer, Apple iOS App Developer, Software Engineer, Help Desk Specialist, Help Desk Manager, Mobile IT & Technical Support Technician, Computer Repair Technician, etc.
UTILITIES/POWER & GAS COMPANIES/TELEPHONE/WATER/ NUCLEAR/ SOLAR/WIND: Operations Managers/Directors, Lineman/Line Repairmen, Electrical Engineers, Electrical Technicians, Electricians, Project Managers, Project Executives, Attorneys, General Counsel, Community Relations Managers, Public Relations Managers, Customer Service Reps, Sales Reps, Sales Managers, Business Development Managers, Commercial Sales Reps, Commercial Sales Managers/ Directors, Truck Drivers, Installers, Energy Efficiency Auditors, Solar Panel Installers, Estimators, Wind Turbine Install/Repair Technicians, Water Quality Assurance Specialists, Security Guards, Security Manager/Director, Fleet Maintenance Manager, Troubleshooting Technician, Nuclear Engineer, Safety Inspector, Compliance Manager, Nuclear Operations Manager, Nuclear Operations Schedule Coordinator, Nuclear Operations Director, Nuclear Safety Analyst, Nuclear Technician, Nuclear Simulation Training Manager, Human Resources Manager/Director, etc. You can be sure that people will always need power, water, Internet and cable TV/satellite TV.
TRASH COLLECTION/RECYCLING: Garbage Truck Drivers, Recycling Truck Drivers, Driver’s Assistants, Crane Operators, Operations Managers/Directors, Recycling Manager/Director, Commercial Sales (commercial dumpsters/ construction dumpsters & haul away services), Sales Consultants, Account Managers, Sales Manager/Director, Sales & Marketing Managers/Directors, Fleet Maintenance Manager, Comptroller, Accounts Receivable Manager, Collections Manager, Diesel Mechanics, Human Resources Manager, Recruiter etc.
EDUCATION/UNIVERSITY/VOCATIONAL TRAINING: Kindergarten Teachers, Elementary School Teachers, Special Education Teachers, Music Teachers, Physical Fitness Teachers, Mathematics Teachers, English Teachers, Middle School Teachers, High School Teachers, Private School/Academy Teachers, Principals, College/University Professors, Graduate School Professors, Department Heads, Superintendent of Schools, Dean, Admissions Specialists, Admissions Manager/Director, Academic Advisor, Academic Counselor, Bursar, Financial Manager/Director, Accounts Receivable Manager, Collections Specialists, Collections Manager, Financial Aid Counselor, Career Placement Counselor, Career Placement Manager/Director, Maintenance Engineer/Janitor, Property Manager, Assistant Property Manager, Comptroller, Portfolio Manager, Foreign Language Teacher/Professor, Science Teacher/Professor, Accounting Professor,
Management Professor, Law Professor, Engineering Professor, Economics Professor, Journalism Professor, History Professor, Public Relations Professor, Finance & Banking Professor, Aircraft Mechanics Professor, Diesel Mechanics Professor, Nursing Professor, Computer Science Professor, Computer Programming Professor, Agricultural Engineering Professor, IT Professor, Software Engineering Professor, Business Administration Professors, Architecture Professors, Civil Engineering Professors, Mechanical Engineering Professors etc.
SKILLED TRADES, RESTAURANTS & HOTELS, GROCERY STORES, AGRICULTURE, WRITERS: Electrician, Carpenter, Plumber, Pipefitter, Millwright, Installers, Organic Farmer, Farmer, Rancher, Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic, Security Guard, Armed Security Guard, Truck Driver, Tractor Trailer Driver, Tow Truck Driver, Delivery Driver, Bartender, Food Server, Cocktail Server, Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Banquet Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Special Events Coordinator, Events Planner, Executive Chefs, Sous Chef, Line Cook, Grill Cook, Restaurant Manager, Salad & Desert Chef, Pastry Chef, Banquet Chef, Dining Room Managers, Concierge, Banquet Manager, Night Club Manager, Grocery Store Manager/Director, Deli Meat Clerk, Prepared Foods Cook, Baker, Shelf Stocker, Warehouse & Receiving Clerk/Manager, Cashier, Department Manager, Produce Manager, Meat Department Manager, Seafood Department Manager, Buyer, Procurement Manager, Operations Manager, Marketing Manager/Director, Grant Writer, Medical Writer, Technical Writer, Copywriter, Marketing Writer, Press Release Writer/Publicist, Sports Photographer, Nature Photographer, News Photographer, Video Camera Operator Editor etc.
RECREATION, SPORTS, MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT: Resort Manager/Director, Promoter, Talent Manager/ Coordinator, Casino Manager/Director, Marketing Manager/Director, Booking Coordinator, Reservations Specialist, Procurement Manager, Procurement Specialist, Athlete Agent, Talent Agent, Ticket Sales Rep, Luxury Box/Season Ticket Sales Rep, Public Relations Manager, Sales & Marketing Manager/Director, Property Manager, Lighting Manager, Human Resources Manager/Director, Talent Scouts, General Manager, Strength Coach, Nutritionist, Doctor of Sports Medicine/Trainer, Team Manager, Coaching Staff, Equipment Manager, Private Pilot/Co-Pilot for Team Jet, Food & Beverage Manager, Travel Manager, Security Manager/Director, Catering Operations Manager/Director, Bartender, Food Server, Cocktail Server, Restaurant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, Banquet Manager, Special Events Coordinator, Events Planner, Sound Engineer, Lighting Manager, Executive Chefs, Sous Chef, Line Cook, Grill Cook, Restaurant Manager, Salad & Desert Chef, Pastry Chef, Banquet Chef, Dining Room Managers, Concierge, Banquet Manager, Night Club Manager, Professional Athletes, Professional Musicians/Singers, On-Air Talent, Sports Broadcaster, Sports Analyst, Landscape Manger, Golf Course Manager, Golf Pro, Tennis Pro, Baseball Instructor, Football Coach/Head Coach, Ski Instructor etc.
POLICE, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, THE COURT SYSTEM, PUBLIC SAFETY, HOMELAND SECURITY/TSA: Police Officer, Police Detective, Police Operations Manager/Director, Narcotics Detective, Organized Crime Detective, Sheriff, Sheriff’s Deputy, State Trooper, Police Dispatcher, Police Training Academy Instructor, Police Department Recruiters, Corrections Officer, Parole Officers, Bounty Hunters (most are self-employed), Bail Bond Agent, Private Investigator, Bail Bonds Branch/Office Manager, Customer Service Agent, Skip Tracer, Asset Recovery Agent, Human Resources Manager/Director, Internal Affairs Investigator, Community Relations Manager/Director, Deputy of Police, Assistant Chief of Police, Chief of Police, FBI Agent, FBI Analyst, FBI Field Investigator, Coroner, Medical Examiner, Fraud Analyst, Homicide Detective, Military Police, Military Police Detective, Crime Scene Investigator, Crime Scene Photographer, Finger Print Analyst, DNA Analyst, Criminal Profiler, NSA Agent, NSA Investigator, NSA Analyst, CIA Agent, CIA Investigator, CIA Analyst, Intelligence Analyst, Satellite Photo Analyst, Troop Movement Monitor, Attorney, Criminal Defense Attorney, Public Defender, Prosecutor, Assistant Prosecutor, Court Reporter, Bailiff, Armed Security Guard, Paralegal, Paralegal Assistant, Judge, Civil Court Judge, Criminal Court Judge, District Court Judge, Federal Court Judge, Superior Court Judge, Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) Trainer, FEMA Analyst, FEMA Manager/Director, FEMA Public Health Director, OSHA Public Safety Manager/Director, OSHA Worksite Safety Inspector, OSHA Compliance Officer/Manager/Director, Transportation Security Agency (TSA), Border Patrol Agents, ICE Officers/Agents, SWAT Team Members, Helicopter Pilots, Sky Marshals, Managers/Directors (see Airport/Airlines Employment) and US Department of Homeland Security (USDHS) Managers/Directors, Threat Analyst, Security Analyst, Compliance Officer, Compliance Manager/Director etc.
LOCAL, STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CAREERS: Building Inspector, Fire Inspector, Health Inspector/Food Safety Inspector, Town Manager, Mayor, City Manager, Department of Transportation (DOT) Manager/Director, Governor, Tax Collector, Tax Collection Clerk, Community Relations Manager/Director, Human Resources Manager/Director, Human Resources Generalist, Benefits Administrator, Financial & Accounting Manager/Director, Budget Analyst, Statistician, Department of Public Works Manager/Director, Parks & Recreation Manager/ Director, Office of Accounts & Controls Manager/Director, Department of Administration Manager/Director, Business Analyst, Compensation Analyst, Attorney General, Auditor General, Insurance Commissioner, Comptroller, Lieutenant Governor, Department of Business Regulation Manager/Director, Department of Corrections Manager/Director, Casino Regulation Manager/ Director, Department of Children, Youth & Families Manager/Director, Town Planner, Town Solicitor, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Manager/Director, Department of Education Manager/Director, Department of the Elderly Manager/Director, Department of Economic Development Manager/Director, Department of Environmental Protection Manager/Director, Treasurer, Town Treasurer, City Treasurer, Department of Health Manager/Director, Department of Higher Education Assistance Manager/Director, IT Department Manager/Director, Department of Labor & Training/Workforce Development Manager/Director, Department of Emergency Management Manager/Director, Municipal Affairs/Development Department Manager/Director, The State Lottery Commission Manager/Director, State National Guard Manager/Director, Ombudsman, Parole Board Manager/Director, Police & Community Relations Manager/Director, Public Works Department Manager/Director, Resource & Recovery Department Manager/Director, Public Defender’s Office Administrator, Public Defender’s Assistant, Sheriff’s Department Manager/Director, State Police Department Manager/Director etc.
REAL ESTATE/MORTGAGE BANKING/REAL ESTATE LAW/TITLE COMPANY:
Realtor, Licensed Real Estate Sales Professional, Real Estate Broker, Realtor’s Assistant, Office Manager, Marketing Manager/Director, Administrative Assistant, Mortgage Banker, Mortgage Broker, Mortgage Processor, Mortgage Underwriter, Receptionist, General Manager, Branch Manager, Compliance Officer/Analyst, Marketing Support Assistant, Social Media Marketing Specialist/Manager, Compliance Manager, Internal Auditor & Compliance Specialist,
Wholesale Lending Representative, Account Manager, Customer Service Rep, Title Attorney, Real Estate Attorney, Title Researcher, Title Abstractor, Real Estate Appraiser, Commercial Real Estate Appraiser, Commercial Banker, Commercial Loan Officer, Paralegal, Paralegal Assistant, Researcher, Closing Coordinator, Closing Attorney, Escrow Attorney etc.
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