Training and Development Specialists
Every task in this role, whether it passes the census's structural hand-over screen, which models pass it, and why. It is a screen, not a claim about what AI can do: a task can pass and still be beyond the systems of the day. The stricter and looser rules re-vote every task, and small differences between roles are noise.
Passes the screen · 1 of 20 tasks
Schedule classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment, or instructors.
quick to check, an existing check settles it, and a mistake is cheap · 3.2% of the role's time · $1.0B · all three pass it
Does not pass
Present information with a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 10.6% of the role's time · $3.4B · waiting on a check
Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 8.5% of the role's time · $2.7B · waiting on a check
Evaluate modes of training delivery, such as in-person or virtual, to optimize training effectiveness, training costs, or environmental impacts.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 8.1% of the role's time · $2.6B
Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 7.9% of the role's time · $2.5B
Keep up with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books, or magazine articles.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 6.9% of the role's time · $2.2B
Monitor, evaluate, or record training activities or program effectiveness.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 6.8% of the role's time · $2.2B
Design, plan, organize, or direct orientation and training programs for employees or customers.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 5.8% of the role's time · $1.9B
Coordinate recruitment and placement of training program participants.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 5.1% of the role's time · $1.7B
Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 5.1% of the role's time · $1.6B
Develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 4.8% of the role's time · $1.5B
Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.7% of the role's time · $1.5B · waiting on a check
Evaluate training materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, or handouts.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 4.6% of the role's time · $1.5B · waiting on a check
Negotiate contracts with clients for desired training outcomes, fees, or expenses.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 3.3% of the role's time · $1.1B
Select and assign instructors to conduct training.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.2% of the role's time · $1.0B
Refer trainees to employer relations representatives, to locations offering job placement assistance, or to appropriate social services agencies, if warranted.
reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.1% of the role's time · $1.0B · waiting on a check
Monitor training costs and prepare budget reports to justify expenditures.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.8% of the role's time · $889M · passed by Gemini 3.1 Pro · the models disagreed
Devise programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $769M
Supervise, evaluate, or refer instructors to skill development classes.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.1% of the role's time · $687M
Develop or implement training programs related to efficiency, recycling, or other issues with environmental impacts.
reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.9% of the role's time · $286M
Where this role works
| Industry | Workers | Wage bill | Passes the screen | All three pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | 24,940 | $2.1B | $68.2M | $68.2M |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | 21,140 | $1.9B | $60.6M | $60.6M |
| General Medical and Surgical Hospitals | 15,600 | $1.4B | $45.2M | $45.2M |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | 15,340 | $1.3B | $40.4M | $40.4M |
| Restaurants and Other Eating Places | 34,350 | $1.3B | $40.2M | $40.2M |
| Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation) | 14,750 | $1.1B | $35.1M | $35.1M |
| Business Schools and Computer and Management Training | 11,730 | $950M | $30.5M | $30.5M |
| Insurance Carriers | 10,830 | $878M | $28.2M | $28.2M |
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only) | 10,580 | $830M | $26.7M | $26.7M |
| State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation) | 10,660 | $734M | $23.6M | $23.6M |