Political Scientists
SOC: 19-3094.00 · Job Zone 5 (Extensive preparation)
Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision-making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$139,380
per year
Mean Wage
$137,600
per year
Employment
6K
workers
Wage Range
$74,750 - $191,880
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
Task Breakdown
12 tasks analyzed
Disseminate research results through academic publications, written reports, or public presentations.
Teach political science.
Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources.
Identify issues for research and analysis.
Interpret and analyze policies, public issues, legislation, or the operations of governments, businesses, and organizations.
Maintain current knowledge of government policy decisions.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data such as election results and public opinion surveys, reporting on findings, recommendations, and conclusions.
Provide media commentary or criticism related to public policy and political issues and events.
Evaluate programs and policies, and make related recommendations to institutions and organizations.
Forecast political, economic, and social trends.
Consult with and advise government officials, civic bodies, research agencies, the media, political parties, and others concerned with political issues.
Write drafts of legislative proposals, and prepare speeches, correspondence, and policy papers for governmental use.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disseminate research results through academic publications, written reports, or public presentations. | - | - | - | |
| Teach political science. | - | - | - | |
| Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources. | - | - | - | |
| Identify issues for research and analysis. | - | - | - | |
| Interpret and analyze policies, public issues, legislation, or the operations of governments, businesses, and organizations. | - | - | - | |
| Maintain current knowledge of government policy decisions. | - | - | - | |
| Collect, analyze, and interpret data such as election results and public opinion surveys, reporting on findings, recommendations, and conclusions. | - | - | - | |
| Provide media commentary or criticism related to public policy and political issues and events. | - | - | - | |
| Evaluate programs and policies, and make related recommendations to institutions and organizations. | - | - | - | |
| Forecast political, economic, and social trends. | - | - | - | |
| Consult with and advise government officials, civic bodies, research agencies, the media, political parties, and others concerned with political issues. | - | - | - | |
| Write drafts of legislative proposals, and prepare speeches, correspondence, and policy papers for governmental use. | - | - | - |
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