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This list serves as an example of the pivotal role of meaning in happiness, or the tendency of healthy people to seek professions that hold meaning.
The 10 happiest jobs in America
10. Systems developer
Systems developers produce, install, and implement necessary computer systems, networks, and operating software. While you may not expect IT and technology jobs to be among the most satisfying, careers from this sector show up multiple times on the list.
9. Senior software engineer
Software engineers design, develop, and evaluate computer software, whether for a private company, a financial institution, or a public service organization. In CareerBliss's 2014 report, software engineers ranked eighth with an average salary of $75,800.
8. Business development executive
Business positions certainly come with pressure and stress, but seeking growth opportunities is a gratifying responsibility for these professionals. Strategic thinkers can find happiness even in the many daily challenges of business development.
7. Website developer
Website developers often enjoy the balance between creative and technical skill in their position. Creating dynamic experiences for the user is one of the happy tasks that make this job one of the most satisfying.
6. Oracle database administrator
Database administrators (DBAs) use software to store and organize data, such as financial information or customer records, ensuring information is secure and available only to authorized users. An Oracle DBA administers the Oracle database server.
5. Research assistant
While this job is often done on a temporary contract basis for an educational or research institution, it ranks high on the happiness scale. Research/teaching assistant was the No. 1 happiest job on CareerBliss's 2014 list, despite having the lowest average salary of all of the top 20 positions.
4. Automation engineer
Automation engineers design, program, simulate, and test automated machinery and processes to complete specific tasks. Typically these highly skilled workers are needed in large-scale industries such as car manufacturing or food processing. An individual with excellent problem-solving and communication skills is sure to be content in this position.
3. Loan officer
Although they often work long hours, loan officers often have the pleasure of helping people realize their dreams. Whether it's starting a business or owning a home, the loan officer performs a critical role and spends a lot of time working in-person with clients. Loan officer ranked as the fourth happiest job last year, with an average salary of $54,200.
2. Executive chef
As the individual in charge of the kitchen, the executive chef carries a lot of responsibility. It is also a highly competitive field, but successful head chefs have the pleasure of cooperating with a team to design and orchestrate meals using their own recipes.
1. School principal
Between stringent government standards, demanding parents, disciplinary issues, and teachers with varying levels of experience, being an educational administrator is no walk in the park. But that doesn't mean that school principals don't find their work extremely rewarding. When a principal can begin to see improvement, it makes juggling these responsibilities worth every minute. Educational administrators also ranked fourth in the University of Chicago's top occupations for job satisfaction with 68.4% reporting "very satisfied."
Taken from: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/03/08/cheat-sheet-happiest-jobs/24509095/
The 10 happiest jobs in America
10. Systems developer
Systems developers produce, install, and implement necessary computer systems, networks, and operating software. While you may not expect IT and technology jobs to be among the most satisfying, careers from this sector show up multiple times on the list.
9. Senior software engineer
Software engineers design, develop, and evaluate computer software, whether for a private company, a financial institution, or a public service organization. In CareerBliss's 2014 report, software engineers ranked eighth with an average salary of $75,800.
8. Business development executive
Business positions certainly come with pressure and stress, but seeking growth opportunities is a gratifying responsibility for these professionals. Strategic thinkers can find happiness even in the many daily challenges of business development.
7. Website developer
Website developers often enjoy the balance between creative and technical skill in their position. Creating dynamic experiences for the user is one of the happy tasks that make this job one of the most satisfying.
6. Oracle database administrator
Database administrators (DBAs) use software to store and organize data, such as financial information or customer records, ensuring information is secure and available only to authorized users. An Oracle DBA administers the Oracle database server.
5. Research assistant
While this job is often done on a temporary contract basis for an educational or research institution, it ranks high on the happiness scale. Research/teaching assistant was the No. 1 happiest job on CareerBliss's 2014 list, despite having the lowest average salary of all of the top 20 positions.
4. Automation engineer
Automation engineers design, program, simulate, and test automated machinery and processes to complete specific tasks. Typically these highly skilled workers are needed in large-scale industries such as car manufacturing or food processing. An individual with excellent problem-solving and communication skills is sure to be content in this position.
3. Loan officer
Although they often work long hours, loan officers often have the pleasure of helping people realize their dreams. Whether it's starting a business or owning a home, the loan officer performs a critical role and spends a lot of time working in-person with clients. Loan officer ranked as the fourth happiest job last year, with an average salary of $54,200.
2. Executive chef
As the individual in charge of the kitchen, the executive chef carries a lot of responsibility. It is also a highly competitive field, but successful head chefs have the pleasure of cooperating with a team to design and orchestrate meals using their own recipes.
1. School principal
Between stringent government standards, demanding parents, disciplinary issues, and teachers with varying levels of experience, being an educational administrator is no walk in the park. But that doesn't mean that school principals don't find their work extremely rewarding. When a principal can begin to see improvement, it makes juggling these responsibilities worth every minute. Educational administrators also ranked fourth in the University of Chicago's top occupations for job satisfaction with 68.4% reporting "very satisfied."
Taken from: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/03/08/cheat-sheet-happiest-jobs/24509095/