Chief Executives
Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Chief Executives to increase by 3.2% between 2024 and 2034, from 291,600 to 300,900 jobs. Its estimate of 19,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($213,990), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (5 years or more) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
291,600
Projected employment (2034)
300,900
Projected change (2024–2034)
3%
Annual openings (projected average)
19,100
Pay & Preparation
$213,990
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
None
Essential Skills
Judgment and Decision Making (4.75/5) • Critical Thinking (4.38/5) • Complex Problem Solving (4.38/5) • Management of Personnel Resources (4.25/5) • Systems Evaluation (4.25/5) • Coordination (4.25/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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