17. Petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers
Median annual wage (2012): $62,730
Projected job openings (through 2022): 3,300
Work experience: None
Description: Transport passengers
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
16. Subway and streetcar operators
Median annual wage (2012): $62,730
Projected job openings (through 2022): 3,300
Work experience: None
Description: Transport passengers
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
15. Postmasters and mail superintendents
Median annual wage (2012): $63,050
Projected job openings (through 2022): 5,000
Work experience: Less than five years
Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate operational, administrative, management, and supportive services of a U.S. post office
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
14. Electrical power-line installers and repairers
Median annual wage (2012): $63,250
Projected job openings (through 2022): 49,900
Work experience: None
Description: Install or repair electrical power systems and telecommunications cables, including fiber optics
On-the-job training:Long-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
13. Transportation inspectors
Median annual wage (2012): $63,680
Projected job openings (through 2022): 11,700
Work experience: None
Description: Inspect equipment or goods in connection with the safe transport of cargo or people
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
12. Business operations specialists
Median annual wage (2012): $65,120
Projected job openings (through 2022): 209,400
Work experience: None
Description: Coordinate the operations of companies, such as training and planning
On-the-job training: None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
11. Gaming managers
Median annual wage (2012): $65,220
Projected job openings (through 2022): 1,400
Work experience: Less than five years
Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate gaming operations in a casino
On-the-job training: None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
10. Power plant operators
Median annual wage (2012): $66,130
Projected job openings (through 2022): 12,900
Work experience: None
Description: Control the systems that generate and distribute electric power
On-the-job training: Long-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
9. Media and communication equipment workers
Median annual wage (2012): $68,810
Projected job openings (through 2022): 1,900
Work experience: None
Description: Set up, operate, and monitor audio, video, and digital equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences
On-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
8. Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers
Median annual wage (2012): $69,300
Projected job openings (through 2022): 150,200
Work experience: Five years or more
Description: Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers run establishments that produce crops, livestock, and dairy products
On-the-job training: None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
7. Power distributors and dispatchers
Median annual wage (2012): $71,690
Projected job openings (through 2022): 3,600
Work experience: None
Description: Coordinate, regulate, or distribute electricity or steam
On-the-job training: Long-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
6. Commercial pilots
Median annual wage (2012): $73,280
Projected job openings (through 2022): 14,400
Work experience: None
Description: Fly and navigate airplanes or helicopters
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
5. Detectives and criminal investigators
Median annual wage (2012): $74,300
Projected job openings (through 2022): 27,700
Work experience: Less than five years
Description: Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
4. Nuclear power reactor operators
Median annual wage (2012): $74,990
Projected job openings (through 2022): 2,300
Work experience: None
Description: Move control rods, start and stop equipment, monitor and adjust controls, and record data in logs
On-the-job training: Long-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
3. Elevator installers and repairers
Median annual wage (2012): $76,650
Projected job openings (through 2022): 8,000
Work experience: None
Description: Elevator installers and repairers install, fix, and maintain elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and other lifts
On-the-job training: Apprenticeship
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
2. First-line supervisors of police and detectives
Median annual wage (2012): $78,270
Projected job openings (through 2022): 35,700
Work experience: Less than five years
Description: Coordinate activities of members of police force
On-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
1. Transportation, storage, and distribution managers
Median annual wage (2012): $81,830
Projected job openings (through 2022): 29,100
Work experience: Five years or more
Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable government laws or regulations
On-the-job training: None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics