Typical Tasks
Advise political science students.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data, such as election results and public opinion surveys, reporting on findings, recommendations, and conclusions.
Consult with and advise government officials, civic bodies, research agencies, the media, political parties, and others concerned with political issues.
Develop and test theories, using information from interviews, newspapers, periodicals, case law, historical papers, polls, or statistical sources.
Disseminate research results through academic publications, written reports, or public presentations.
What kind of work is this?
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Enterprising
Business based Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Achievement/Effort
Persistence
Initiative
Attention to Detail
Integrity
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Active Listening
Active Learning
Writing
Critical Thinking
Expected Knowledge
Law and Government
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Common Activities
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
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