11-0000 MANAGEMENT OCCUPATIONS
11-1000 Top Executives
11-1010 Chief Executives
(Detailed occupation: 11-1011 Chief Executives)
Description: Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or public/private sector organizations within guidelines set by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operations at the highest management level, assisted by subordinate executives and staff managers.
Examples: Admiral, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Governor, School Superintendent, University President
11-1020 General and Operations Managers
(Detailed occupation: 11-1021 General and Operations Managers)
Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Responsible for policies, daily operations, and resource management—too broad for classification under a single functional area. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors.
Examples: Department Store Manager, General Superintendent, Operational Risk Manager, Radio Station Manager
11-1030 Legislators
(Detailed occupation: 11-1031 Legislators)
Description: Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at local, tribal, state, or federal levels. Includes only elected officials.
Examples: City Council Member, Senator, Tribal Council Member
11-2000 Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers
11-2010 Advertising and Promotions Managers
(Detailed occupation: 11-2011 Advertising and Promotions Managers)
Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce promotional materials—such as posters, contests, or coupons—to generate interest in products or services for an organization or client.
Examples: Advertising Director, Advertising Executive, Promotions Director
11-2020 Marketing and Sales Managers
11-2021 Marketing Managers
Description: Plan and coordinate marketing policies and programs—determine demand, identify customers, and develop pricing strategies to maximize profit and customer satisfaction. Oversee product development and track market trends.
Examples: Internet Marketing Manager, Marketing Administrator, Marketing Director
11-2022 Sales Managers
Description: Plan, direct, and coordinate sales distribution or movement of products/services. Establish territories, quotas, and training programs; analyze sales statistics and monitor customer preferences.
Examples: District Sales Manager, Export Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Sales Director
11-2030 Public Relations and Fundraising Managers
11-2032 Public Relations Managers
Description: Plan and coordinate activities to maintain or improve the public image of organizations or clients; raise issue awareness through media or events.
Examples: Public Affairs Director, Publicity Director
11-2033 Fundraising Managers
Description: Plan and coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for nonprofit organizations or special projects.
Examples: Donor Relations Manager, Foundation Director, Fundraising Director
11-3000 Operations Specialties Managers
11-3010 Administrative Services and Facilities Managers
11-3012 Administrative Services Managers
Description: Manage one or more administrative services—such as records, mail distribution, or information management—within an organization.
Examples: Records and Information Manager, University Registrar
11-3013 Facilities Managers
Description: Oversee the operations and maintenance of facilities and buildings, including grounds and infrastructure.
Examples: Conference Center Manager, Stadium Manager
11-3020 Computer and Information Systems Managers
(Detailed occupation: 11-3021)
Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in data processing, systems analysis, IT, and computer programming.
Examples: Chief Technology Officer, IT Director, MIS Director
11-3030 Financial Managers
(Detailed occupation: 11-3031)
Description: Direct accounting, investing, banking, insurance, and other financial activities for organizations or departments.
Examples: Bank Branch Manager, Comptroller, Financial Director
11-3050 Industrial Production Managers
(Detailed occupation: 11-3051)
Description: Manage manufacturing processes to meet cost, quality, and quantity goals.
Examples: Manufacturing Director, Plant Manager, Production Control Manager
11-3060 Purchasing Managers
11-3061 Purchasing Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.
Illustrative examples: Contracting Manager, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Director
11-3070 Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
11-3071 Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate transportation, storage, or distribution activities in accordance with organizational policies and government regulations. Includes logistics managers.
Illustrative examples: Distribution Center Manager, Traffic Safety Administrator, Warehouse Manager
11-3110 Compensation and Benefits Managers
11-3111 Compensation and Benefits Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate an organization’s compensation and benefits programs. Job analysis and position-description managers are classified under Human Resources Managers.
Illustrative examples: Compensation Director, Employee Benefits Director, Wage and Salary Administrator
11-3120 Human Resources Managers
11-3121 Human Resources Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization. Excludes managers specializing primarily in compensation and benefits or in training and development.
Illustrative examples: Job Analysis Manager, Labor Relations Director, Personnel Manager
11-3130 Training and Development Managers
11-3131 Training and Development Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.
Illustrative examples: E-Learning Manager, Employee Development Director, Labor Training Manager
11-9000 OTHER MANAGEMENT OCCUPATIONS
11-9010 Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
11-9013 Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, or timber tracts. May hire, train, and supervise workers or contract for services.
Illustrative examples: Dairy Farm Manager, Fish Hatchery Manager, Orchard Manager
11-9020 Construction Managers
11-9021 Construction Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisors, activities related to the construction and maintenance of structures and systems. Oversee organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation.
Illustrative examples: Construction Coordinator, General Contractor, Construction Superintendent
11-9030 Education and Childcare Administrators
11-9031 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of preschools or childcare centers, including before- and after-school programs.
Examples: Childcare Center Administrator, Head Start Director
11-9032 Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
Manage academic, administrative, and auxiliary activities of K-12 institutions.
Examples: Elementary School Principal, High School Principal
11-9033 Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction and services at universities or colleges.
Examples: Provost, University Dean, Director of Student Services
11-9039 Education Administrators, All Other
All education administrators not listed separately.
11-9040 Architectural and Engineering Managers
11-9041 Architectural and Engineering Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in fields such as architecture, engineering, or research and development in those areas.
Illustrative examples: Engineering Design Manager, Mechanical Engineering Manager
11-9050 Food Service Managers
11-9051 Food Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
Illustrative examples: Banquet Director, Food Service Director, Tavern Operator
11-9070 Entertainment and Recreation Managers
11-9071 Gambling Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate gambling operations in a casino and may set house rules.
Examples: Casino Manager, Slot Operations Director
11-9072 Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling
Oversee entertainment and recreational operations of facilities like parks, cruise ships, or sports clubs.
Examples: Amusement Park Manager, Fitness Club Manager, Ski Resort Manager
11-9080 Lodging Managers
11-9081 Lodging Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations of lodging and accommodations establishments.
Illustrative examples: Hotel Manager, Innkeeper, Bed and Breakfast Owner
11-9110 Medical and Health Services Managers
11-9111 Medical and Health Services Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, or public health agencies.
Illustrative examples: Clinic Director, Hospital Administrator, Health Information Manager
11-9120 Natural Sciences Managers
11-9121 Natural Sciences Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in life sciences, physical sciences, or mathematics, especially research and development.
Illustrative examples: Agricultural Research Director, Geophysical Manager, Ocean Program Administrator
11-9130 Postmasters and Mail Superintendents
11-9131 Postmasters and Mail Superintendents
Plan, direct, or coordinate operational and administrative services of post offices.
Illustrative examples: Postmaster, Postal Supervisor
11-9140 Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
11-9141 Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate buying, selling, leasing, or governance activities of real estate properties or associations.
Illustrative examples: Apartment Manager, Leasing Property Manager, Condominium Association Manager
11-9150 Social and Community Service Managers
11-9151 Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of social service programs or community organizations.
Illustrative examples: Family Service Center Director, Youth Program Director
11-9160 Emergency Management Directors
11-9161 Emergency Management Directors
Plan and direct disaster response or crisis management activities, including preparedness training and emergency procedures for natural or technological disasters.
Illustrative examples: Disaster Response Director, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
11-9170 Personal Service Managers
11-9171 Funeral Home Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate services and resources of funeral homes.
Examples: Funeral Home Director
11-9179 Personal Service Managers, All Other
All personal service managers not listed separately.
Examples: Day Spa Director, Travel Agency Manager, Nail Salon Manager
11-9190 Miscellaneous Managers
11-9199 Managers, All Other
All managers not listed separately.
Illustrative examples: Clerk of Court, Social Science Manager, Utilities Manager