Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Speaking
Talking to others.
Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Negotiation
Bringing people together to solve differences.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Service Orientation
Looking for ways to help people.
Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Social Perceptiveness
Understanding people's reactions.
Persuasion
Talking people into changing their minds or their behavior.
Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.
Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.