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Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists*
(SOC Code : 13-1161)
in Mendocino County

Research market conditions in local, regional, or national areas to determine potential sales of a product or service. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May use survey results to create a marketing campaign based on regional preferences and buying habits.

Employers are usually looking for candidates with a Master's degree .

Mendocino County is part of the North Coast Region, which includes Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake and Mendocino counties.
Occupational Wages[Top]
AreaYearPeriodHourly MeanHourly by Percentile
25thMedian75th
North Coast Region20231st Qtr$32.39$21.51$29.82$38.95
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Occupational Projections of Employment (also called "Outlook" or "Demand")[Top]
 AreaEstimated Year-Projected YearEmploymentEmployment ChangeTotal Job Openings
EstimatedProjectedNumberPercent
North Coast Region2018 - 20281802103016.7230
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Industries Employing This Occupation (click on Industry Title to View Employers List)[Top]
Industry Title
Number of Employers in Mendocino County
Percent of Total
Employment for Occupation in State of California
Management, Scientific, and Tech369.7%
Computer Systems Design and Relate98.7%
Management of Companies and Enterpri97.2%
Advertising, Public Relations, a227.1%
Other Professional, Scientific,484.2%
Professional and Commercial Equi12.5%
Architectural, Engineering, and Re442.4%
Scientific Research and Developm242.1%
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component 11.7%
Electronic Markets and Agents/Brokers 41.5%
Employment Services61.4%
Office Administrative Services 151.3%
Other Financial Investment Activ291.3%
Insurance Carriers31.3%
Depository Credit Intermediation221.1%
Household Appliances and Electri61.1%
Offices of Real Estate Agents an981.0%
Securities and Commodity Contrac171.0%
Medical Equipment and Supplies M51.0%

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Top Tasks (Specific duties and responsibilities of this job.)
Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text.
Seek and provide information to help companies determine their position in the marketplace.
Gather data on competitors and analyze their prices, sales, and method of marketing and distribution.
Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.
Devise and evaluate methods and procedures for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires, or arrange to obtain existing data.
Monitor industry statistics and follow trends in trade literature.
Measure and assess customer and employee satisfaction.
Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.
Forecast and track marketing and sales trends, analyzing collected data.
Attend staff conferences to provide management with information and proposals concerning the promotion, distribution, design, and pricing of company products or services.

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Top Skills used in this Job
Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others` actions.
Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

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Top Abilities (Attributes of the person that influence performance in this job.)
Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

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Top Work Values (Aspects of this job that create satisfaction.)
Achievement - Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment.
Working Conditions - Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions.

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Top Interests (The types of activities someone in this job would like.)
Investigative - Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
Enterprising - Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business.

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Alternate Titles
Business Development Specialists; Client Service and Consulting Managers; Communications Specialists; Market Analysts; Market Research Consultants; Market Research Managers; Product Line Managers; and Project Managers
 
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