Characterizing occupations with data from the 'Dictionary of Occupational Titles.'

Article Abstract:

Data from the 'Directory of Occupational Titles' is used to create six multi-item scales to measure occupational characteristics for the 1960, 1970 and 1980 Census classifications. Substantive Complexity is an occupational dimension which requires high intelligence and academic capabilities. Motor Skills is the level of physical dexterity, and Physical Perception reflects the level of general perceptual ability required by an occupation. Social skill is the people-oriented dimension, Physical Demands is the physical requirement and Working Conditions reflects the environmental aspects.

Analysis, Usage, Occupations, Directory of Occupational Titles (Book)

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Referral hiring and ethnically homogeneous jobs: how prevalent is the connection and for whom?

Article Abstract:

This article examines ethnic segregation in local labor markets. The author, focusing on the significance of employee referrals, argues that Latino immigrants and African Americans are more likely to get their jobs through insider referrals than whites, and maintains that ethically homogenous jobs are strongly linked to employee referrals.

Employment, African Americans, Immigrants, Minorities, Minority employees

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Influences on gender-role attitudes during the transition to adulthood

Article Abstract:

Research indicates that gender-role attitudes towards opportunity in the workplace and responsibilities in the home derives from socialization, that young men experience more change than young women, and that these attitudes change over time. Studies were based on surveys from 1979 and 1987.

Statistical Data Included, Research, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Young women, Sex role, Sex roles, Domestic relations, Family relations, Young men

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