Task Statements

Purpose:Provide a mapping of O*NET-SOC codes (occupations) to tasks associated with the occupation.
Structure and Description:
ColumnTypeColumn Content
O*NET-SOC CodeCharacter(10)O*NET-SOC Code (see Occupation Data)
Task IDInteger(8)Identifies each task
TaskCharacter Varying(1000)Task statement associated with an occupation
Task TypeCharacter Varying(12)Core or Supplemental
Incumbents RespondingInteger(4)Number of incumbents providing task information

This file contains the tasks associated with each O*NET-SOC occupation.

The file is displayed in seven tab delimited fields with the columns named O*NET-SOC Code, Task ID, Task, Task Type, Incumbents Responding, Date, and Domain Source. The seven fields are represented by one row. There are a total of 19,566 rows of data in this file.

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File Structure Changes:
Release NumberDescription of Change
13.0Added as a new file
14.0 - 21.0No structure changes

Data Example - Task Statements:
O*NET-SOC CodeTask IDTaskTask TypeIncumbents RespondingDateDomain Source
43-9051.0013268Wrap packages or bundles by hand, or by using tying machines.Core8407/2016Incumbent
43-9051.0013261Verify that items are addressed correctly, marked with the proper postage, and in suitable condition for processing.Core8507/2016Incumbent
43-9051.0013276Remove containers of sorted mail or parcels and transfer them to designated areas according to established procedures.Core8607/2016Incumbent
43-9051.0013264Sort and route incoming mail, and collect outgoing mail, using carts as necessary.Core8607/2016Incumbent
43-9051.0013260Affix postage to packages or letters by hand, or stamp materials, using postage meters.Core8507/2016Incumbent
43-9051.0013266Determine manner in which mail is to be sent, and prepare it for delivery to mailing facilities.Core8607/2016Incumbent
43-9051.0013282Accept and check containers of mail or parcels from large volume mailers, couriers, and contractors.Core8507/2016Incumbent