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Chief Executives - 11-1011.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • President
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Vice President
  • Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Executive Director
  • Executive Vice President (EVP)
  • Finance Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Operations Vice President

SOC Occupation Groups

11-0000 Management Occupations
11-1000 Top Executives
11-1010 Chief Executives
11-1011.00 Chief Executives

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Administer programs for selection of sites, construction of buildings, or provision of equipment or supplies.
  • Analyze operations to evaluate performance of a company or its staff in meeting objectives or to determine areas of potential cost reduction, program improvement, or policy change.
  • Appoint department heads or managers and assign or delegate responsibilities to them.
  • Attend and participate in meetings of municipal councils or council committees.
  • Conduct or direct investigations or hearings to resolve complaints or violations of laws or testify at such hearings.
  • Confer with board members, organization officials, or staff members to discuss issues, coordinate activities, or resolve problems.
  • Coordinate the development or implementation of budgetary control systems, recordkeeping systems, or other administrative control processes.
  • Deliver speeches, write articles, or present information at meetings or conventions to promote services, exchange ideas, or accomplish objectives.
  • Direct human resources activities, including the approval of human resource plans or activities, the selection of directors or other high-level staff, or establishment or organization of major departments.
  • Direct non-merchandising departments, such as advertising, purchasing, credit, or accounting.
  • Direct or conduct studies or research on issues affecting areas of responsibility.
  • Direct or coordinate activities between the United States Government and foreign entities to provide information or promote international interests and harmony.
  • Direct or coordinate activities of businesses involved with buying or selling investment products or financial services.
  • Direct or coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
  • Direct or coordinate an organization's financial or budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, or increase efficiency.
  • Direct, plan, or implement policies, objectives, or activities of organizations or businesses to ensure continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments, or to increase productivity.
  • Establish departmental responsibilities and coordinate functions among departments and sites.
  • Implement corrective action plans to solve organizational or departmental problems.
  • Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations, or laws to organizations, government or corporate officials, or individuals.
  • Make presentations to legislative or other government committees regarding policies, programs, or budgets.
  • Negotiate or approve contracts or agreements with suppliers, distributors, federal or state agencies, or other organizational entities.
  • Nominate citizens to boards or commissions.
  • Organize or approve promotional campaigns.
  • Prepare budgets for approval, including those for funding or implementation of programs.
  • Prepare bylaws approved by elected officials and ensure that bylaws are enforced.
  • Prepare or present reports concerning activities, expenses, budgets, government statutes or rulings, or other items affecting businesses or program services.
  • Preside over or serve on boards of directors, management committees, or other governing boards.
  • Refer major policy matters to elected representatives for final decisions.
  • Represent organizations or promote their objectives at official functions or delegate representatives to do so.
  • Review and analyze legislation, laws, and public policy, and recommend changes to promote and support interests of both the general population and special groups.
  • Review reports submitted by staff members to recommend approval or to suggest changes.
  • Serve as liaisons between organizations, shareholders, and outside organizations.

Detailed Work Activities

  • analyze financial data
  • analyze operational or management reports or records
  • analyze organizational operating practices or procedures
  • analyze social or economic data
  • assign work to staff or employees
  • communicate technical information
  • conduct legal hearings
  • conduct or attend staff meetings
  • confer with other departmental heads to coordinate activities
  • consult with managerial or supervisory personnel
  • develop budgets
  • develop management control systems
  • develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
  • develop records management system
  • develop staff policies
  • dictate correspondence
  • direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
  • direct and coordinate financial activities
  • direct and coordinate human resource programs
  • establish and maintain relationships with community organizations
  • establish policy or laws
  • evaluate management programs
  • explain government laws or regulations
  • explain rules, policies or regulations
  • implement employee bargaining agreements
  • implement employee benefit plans
  • implement employee compensation plans
  • interpret laws or legislation
  • maintain safe work environment
  • make presentations
  • manage contracts
  • manage industrial projects
  • negotiate business contracts
  • negotiate with federal and state agencies and other political organizations
  • oversee execution of organizational or program policies
  • plan or organize work
  • prepare reports for management
  • promote objectives of institution to associations, agencies, or community groups
  • recommend solutions of administrative problems
  • resolve personnel problems or grievances
  • resolve worker or management conflicts
  • supervise advertising or public relations staff
  • use conflict resolution techniques
  • use interviewing procedures
  • use negotiation techniques
  • use oral or written communication techniques
  • use public speaking techniques
  • verify investigative information
  • write business correspondence
  • write sales or informational speeches

Military Crosswalk Titles

  • Commander (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, ABM (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Bomber (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, C2ISREW (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Fighter (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, General (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Helicopter or EWO (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, RPA (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Special Operations (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Tactical Airlift (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Tanker (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Commander, Trainer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • General Officer (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
  • General Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • General Officer (Marine Corps - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Wing Commander (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Alcohol-and-Drug-Abuse-Assistance Program Administrator
  • Assessor-Collector, Irrigation Tax
  • Business-Enterprise Officer
  • Chief Warden
  • Chief, Fishery Division
  • Commissioner, Conservation of Resources
  • Commissioner, Public Works
  • Community-Services-and-Health-Education Officer
  • Deputy Insurance Commissioner
  • Director of Vital Statistics
  • Director, Aeronautics Commission
  • Director, Agricultural Services
  • Director, Arts-and-Humanities Council
  • Director, Classification and Treatment
  • Director, Compliance
  • Director, Consumer Affairs
  • Director, Correctional Agency
  • Director, Council On Aging
  • Director, Employment Research and Planning
  • Director, Employment Services
  • Director, Field Representatives
  • Director, Financial Responsibility Division
  • Director, Institution
  • Director, Labor Standards
  • Director, Law Enforcement
  • Director, Licensing and Registration
  • Director, Medical Facilities Section
  • Director, Regulatory Agency
  • Director, Revenue
  • Director, Safety Council
  • Director, State-Assessed Properties
  • Director, Translation
  • Director, Unemployment Insurance
  • District Customs Director
  • District Customs Director, Deputy
  • Economic Development Coordinator
  • Election Assistant
  • Environmental Analyst
  • Executive Secretary, State Board of Nursing
  • Federal Aid Coordinator
  • Fire Chief
  • Foreign-Service Officer
  • Harbor Master
  • Housing-Management Officer
  • Manager, Bakery
  • Manager, Brokerage Office
  • Manager, Cemetery
  • Manager, City
  • Manager, Department
  • Manager, Department Store
  • Manager, Office
  • Manager, Regulated Program
  • Park Superintendent
  • Police Chief
  • Police Commissioner I
  • President
  • President, Educational Institution
  • President, Financial Institution
  • Program Manager
  • Relocation Commissioner
  • Roads Supervisor
  • Secretary of State
  • Superintendent, Recreation
  • Superintendent, Sanitation
  • Superintendent, Schools
  • Supervisor
  • Supervisor, Liquor Stores and Agencies
  • Traffic-Safety Administrator
  • User Representative, International Accounting
  • Vice President
  • Welfare Director
  • Wildlife Agent, Regional