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er than operating, because a surgeon may make , and a teacher only ,, but the surgeon’s job is far more stressful. You get the idea.

Wild-card placements one might fi nd interesting are: philosopher at No. and parole offi cer at No. . Who would have thought those two would be neck and neck?

For the second year in a row, the worst job on the list is roustabout (a temporary employee who performs heavy outdoor labour), thanks to “-hour shift s, exposure to the ele-ments in hostile environments, low pay, high risk of injury and isolation from loved ones for weeks at a time – just some of the factors that com-bine to make roustabout the worst job of .”

Case in point: an explosion at the Deepwater Horizon facility in the Gulf of Mexico last year killed roustabout workers. Also, a seven-year suspension of off shore drilling in America’s Eastern Gulf and Atlan-

software has diversified the soft-ware engineering fi eld and, appar-ently, “a diverse job market brings improvements in stress factors such as growth potential and competi-tiveness as workers become less be-holden to employers or vulnerable to outsourcing.”

Right in the middle of the list, at numbers , and , are broad-cast technician, teacher and surgeon, respectively. So, teaching ranks high-

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Think you have the worst job in the world?

Unless you’re a roust-about, you don’t. Th is according to CareerCast.com, which has released its annual “Jobs Rated” list, ranking jobs from best to worst.

Each year, CareerCast research-ers survey jobs – from account-ant to zoologist – scoring them ac-cording to fi ve key criteria: physic-al demands, work environment, income, outlook and stress. Some factors remain relatively constant from year to year, but others fl uctu-ate greatly due to changes in the job market, technological innovations or current events.

Using data from government sources, trade groups and private organizations, every job receives a score and rank in each category.

Th is year, the best job on the list is … drumroll please … software

engineer. Th is is followed by math-ematician, actuary, statistician and computer systems analyst. Round-ing out the top are: meteorologist, biologist, historian, audiologist and dental hygienist.

Not surprisingly, most of the top jobs require skills in math and/or computing, as well as education and specialized training. Th ere’s a reason to go to school, people.

Software engineers are needed these days to design everything from operating systems to iPhone apps to video games. CareerCast explains that they only rank rd in terms of salary, but two emerging indus-tries – web applications and cloud computing – helped to push the job into the No. spot, bumping actu-ary (someone who solves problems in the business world by analyzing and managing risk) down to No. (sorry, actuary).

The demand for development of mobile applications and cloud

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tic coastlines has worsened the hiring prospects for oil-rig roustabouts.

Not everyone is hip to Career-Cast’s methodology; the comments section below the list is full of angry rants calling the list a load of bull.

Some of the less-off ensive posts include: “So soft ware engineer is a low-stress job with almost no physic-al demands? I’ll remember that the next time I pull a buddy out from sleeping under his desk in the middle of a scrum.” And: “taxi driver more stressful than an emergency med-ical technician? Ha ha ha, that’s the dumbest thing I have ever read.”

Maybe the list is flawed, but it does, at certain points, make sense. If you’re thinking of a career change, you might want to have a look at www.careercast.com/jobs-rated be-fore making any move. •

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By there will be approximately , people employed in trades occupations throughout British Columbia, representing an annual average growth of

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ment every year, so it’s a great time to get trained in a skilled trade,” says Kevin Evans, CEO, Industry Training Author-ity (ITA).

“Trades occupations run the gamut from … carpenters, plumbers and electricians to … cooks, hairstylists and fu-neral directors.”

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According to BC Stats the fastest-growing trades occu-pations will be masonry and plastering trades (.%), other construction trades (.%) and carpenters and cabinetmakers (%).

Growth will also occur among technical occupations in personal service (.%), butchers and bakers (%) and auto-motive service technicians (%).

Evans says that a generation of baby boomers that is get-ting set to retire makes now a good time to consider getting apprenticeship training or a college education in a trades oc-cupation.

“As we look at projected labour shortages in skilled trades in B.C. we’re seeing , estimated job openings by , many of which are due to attrition, people retiring,” he ex-plains.

“Th ose jobs will need to be fi lled and the best way to do that is start focusing on developing a strong training culture in our province.”

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Tricks of the tradesTrades employment outlook in B.C. strong

sponsor’s business estab-lishment, so you’re earning while you’re learning,” he ex-plains.

BC Stats says that the fastest-growing trades occupations will be in the construction sector

Demand for skilled trades up “Th e other component of apprenticeship

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name into Google and seeing what comes up. Do the results refl ect you as a top-notch job candidate or not?

Remember: no one is going to maintain a good online image for you. It’s up to you to keep your rants, raves and over-the-top behaviour off the net. Th ere have been cases where employees have lost their jobs due to comments they made – for instance, negative statements about a supervisor – online. You’ll be hard-pressed to deny criticizing your boss when it’s posted on Facebook for all to see –

so don’t do it.As for the employment evolution: expect

further changes to the job-seeking process as technology and economics further impact how we do business. It’s a rapidly changing world; to be successful, you have to keep up with the times. •

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ment opportunities available in the sum-mer, there are opportunities during other seasons, as well. Ski resorts, snowmobiling-tour operators and ice-fi shing guides enjoy tourism-related employment in the winter. In addition, golf courses need people to develop business plans for the coming summer sea-son. By diversifying their skills, most tour-ism professionals can be employed through-out the year.

MYTH: All tourism jobs involve working

face-to-face with the public.FACT: Many tourism occupations in-

volve working with the public, particularly in frontline positions. Th ere are, however, numerous jobs behind the scenes in tourism where employees have little direct contact with tourists. People in research, market-ing, technology or cooking positions may deal with outside clients but not necessar-ily tourists.

non-traditional hours because of job shar-ing, fl exible hours and lifestyle choices. Some people may have one or more part-time jobs. Depending on the tourism job, work may be part time or full time. Individuals who cross-train for several occupations increase their chances of fi nding full-time employ-ment year-round. Tourism jobs off er fl ex-ibility and opportunity for those who want to work part-time only. Individuals in super-visory positions oft en work more traditional schedules. People who have a job in the tour-

ism industry may work weekends, holidays or nights – just as community doctors, nurs-es, lawyers, bankers, engineers and graphic designers do!

MYTH: Tourism jobs are only available in the summer months.

FACT: While there are many employ-

Entry-level positions in tourism may

pay minimum wages; however, there are

opportunities to supplement your income

The tourism sector offers something for everyone in terms of employment, with varying levels of responsibility

There are many myths about careers in tourism. Here, we provide the facts on the top .

MYTH: All tourism jobs pay minimum wage.

FACT: Like many industries, entry-level positions in tourism may pay minimum wages; however, there are opportunities to supplement your income with commissions, gratuities or other benefi ts, such as free or discounted accommodations. Tourism pos-itions above entry level often pay well in comparison to other industries. Many fac-tors determine what you’ll earn, such as job, location, type of operation and your educa-tion and training.

MYTH: All people who work in tourism travel the world for free.

FACT: Most people in tourism do not usually receive free travel as an employment benefit. While some careers may involve travel (for example, f light attendants and travel counsellors), employees usually trav-el on business and work hard during these trips. Although some employers off er dis-counts on airfare or accommodation, this is not the norm.

MYTH: Tourism jobs only offer part-time employment and shift work.

FACT: Work is changing in all sectors of the economy. More people are working

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BC Stats says the number of science-related jobs in B.C. will increase % by .

While every industry employs at least some workers in scientifi c capacities, the latest () census shows six out of jobs in these occupations are in just two industries: health care and social assistance; and profes-sional, scientifi c and technical services.

In fact, the health care and social assistance industry is the largest employer

of workers in science-related occupations in B.C., providing % of all jobs. It includes positions in hospitals and nursing homes; of-fi ces of doctors, dentists, veterinarians and other health professionals; medical and den-tal labs; and other, similar establishments.

“A career in health care is always a posi-tive option to consider,” says Alon Hendel, director, Community Care First Aid. “It’s not a big secret that an increase in projected life span and improvement in medical treat-ments will greatly increase the demand for health care professionals in all levels.”

Even the recent economic downturn couldn’t shake the stability of employment in health professions; in , when B.C.’s unemployment rate averaged .%, the jobless rate remained low in health occupations.

“Health care is generally countercyclical in challenging economic times; people con-tinue to require care,” confirms Randall Bannister, director, admissions, Vancouver Central College. “Employment demand in this industry is aff ected more by demograph-ics, rather than the economy.”

“[An] aging population means more med-ical care, which translates to higher demand for health care personnel,” echoes Hendel, who adds that B.C.’s aging population – baby boomers approaching retirement – will likely impact the health industry.

“Th e long-term projection is that senior employees will fi nally retire, which will mean an ever greater demand to fi ll up these pos-itions in the coming years.”

While occupations in health include everything from doctors to dentists to diet-icians, Bannister predicts “health care jobs outside of hospital environments will have the highest growth rates.”

“Hospital jobs will decline as administra-tors attempt to achieve greater effi ciencies and seek alternative, off -site care options. Occupations such as medical assistants and home health care assistants are likely to have the highest employment growth in this in-dustry.”

Public and private institutions around the province off er a variety of health-related training programs.

“Intensive, full-time programs are avail-able for those who are starting or changing their careers. Th ese will usually be about six

or seven months in duration, with job-site practical experience as part of the program,” says Bannister. “Accelerated part-time pro-grams are also available to existing workers in this fi eld who require recognized train-ing to upgrade their careers. Th ey can study evenings and weekends so that their current job is not impacted.”

He adds that, besides making sure you possess the patience, people skills, physic-

al involvement and fl exibility the fi eld de-mands, it may be useful to speak with an ad-missions adviser or even gain some experi-ence in various care settings before making your fi nal decision on a permanent training or professional situation.

Hendel agrees: “Talk to people that al-ready work in this profession; go to their workplaces, ask yourself if you like this kind of work environment. Research the profes-sion you are considering and really know what it involves. Bottom line: make sure that whatever you choose to be will make you happy.” •[email protected]

Healthy job optionsNumber of health occupations in B.C. to increase

“An increase in projected life span and

improvement in medical treatments

will greatly increase the demand

for health care professionals”– Alon Hendel,

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MYTH: Tourism provides only tempor-ary jobs for students until they start their careers.

FACT: The tourism industry offers the first work experience for many people. Al-though employment in tourism exists for stu-dents, challenging careers with more chances for promotion also exist.

MYTH: Tourism jobs are found only in hotels, airlines and travel agencies.

FACT: The variety of occupations found within each sector is as diverse as the sectors themselves. The nature of the work varies from working on a ski slope to developing marketing strategies for an international organization to preparing gourmet meals. Tourism offers something for everyone, with varying levels of responsibility.

MYTH: Post-secondary education and training are not needed for employment in the tourism industry.

FACT: Most entry-level positions in the tourism industry do not require a university degree, although other forms of education and training are usually necessary. Many oc-cupations require skills that must be learn-ed and practised. There are many routes to learning and, depending on the occupation you choose, you may achieve a management position through on-the-job training, a col-lege or university diploma and/or through an apprenticeship program. Once employed, tourism professionals have the opportunity to achieve nationally recognized professional certification for many tourism occupations.

MYTH: A university education in tour-ism will secure you a management position in the industry.

FACT: In today’s economy, few people,

even those who have a university degree, step into a management or executive position. Most industry leaders want their employees to gain practical experience on the job first. A university degree indicates your background and demonstrates your ability to learn, think and organize yourself to complete tasks. A degree can help you move more quickly into supervisory and management positions.

MYTH: Changes and advances in tech-nology do not have an impact on tourism careers.

FACT: Changes and advances in technol-ogy have had a major impact on the world. The tourism industry is no exception. For ex-ample, travel writers use various software pro-grams and front-desk agents use computer-ized reservation systems. As well, the indus-try needs people who can use technology to develop websites and conduct research on the Internet. This knowledge also assists in meet-ing global needs of the tourism industry. • Copyright © 2008 go2 Tourism HR Society. All Rights Reserved. Republished under license.

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