Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
SOC Code: 23-1022 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA | $95,222 | $135,013 | $174,803 | $214,594 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA | $94,786 | $134,722 | $174,637 | $214,573 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $92,893 | $132,205 | $171,538 | $210,850 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA | $91,312 | $127,982 | $164,653 | $201,323 |
| Yakima, WA | $59,738 | $97,906 | $136,094 | $174,262 |
| Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area | $60,112 | $97,344 | $134,576 | $171,808 |
| Western Washington nonmetropolitan area | $62,005 | $96,886 | $131,789 | $166,670 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $99,112 | $110,677 | $122,221 | $133,786 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $75,629 | $94,203 | $112,778 | $131,352 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $67,496 | $87,859 | $108,222 | $128,586 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Negotiation | 4.6 | |
| Active Listening | 4.4 | |
| Writing | 4.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.8 | |
| Persuasion | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Law and Government | 4.2 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 4.0 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| Education and Training | 2.7 |
| Economics and Accounting | 2.6 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.6 |
| Psychology | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 36.8% |
| Bachelor's degree | 15.8% |
| Post-doctoral training | 10.5% |
| Master's degree | 10.5% |
| Doctoral degree | 10.5% |
| Post-first professional | 5.3% |
| Associate's degree | 5.3% |
| Less than high school | 5.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Confer with disputants to clarify issues, identify underlying concerns, and develop an understanding of their respective needs and interests.
- Use mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives, and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.
- Set up appointments for parties to meet for mediation.
- Prepare settlement agreements for disputants to sign.
- Prepare written opinions or decisions regarding cases.
- Rule on exceptions, motions, or admissibility of evidence.
- Evaluate information from documents, such as claim applications, birth or death certificates, or physician or employer records.
- Research laws, regulations, policies, or precedent decisions to prepare for hearings.
Technology Skills
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