| Job or Occupation |
Qualifications |
Expected Hourly Earnings |
| 1. Nursing |
Formal education (2 to 6 years +) and licensing required for registered and practical nurses |
$20 to $60+ per hour based on training, level and specialization |
| 2. Healthcare Technician |
1 to 4 years of training beyond high school in healthcare specialty i.e. laboratory, x-ray, nutrition, nursing assistant |
$12 to $25 per hour based on training, responsibility level and specialization |
| 3. Healthcare Administration (Non-medical) |
A wide range of healthcare-specific and general education and skills based on job requirements from clerical to administrative management |
$10 to $15 per hour for clerical; $20 to $30 for professional; and $25+ for managerial positions |
| 4. Teaching Assistant & Aide |
A background in education and child care helpful as well as formal education beyond high school |
$8 to $15 per hour based on level of responsibility and qualifications |
| 5. Contract & Temporary Professional |
Formal education (4 to 8 years) and relevant experience within profession ( i.e. Law, IT, HR, engineering, sciences, accounting & finance, project management) |
$30 to $70 per hour based on profession and level of experience and knowledge |
| 6. Merchandise and Grocery Retailing |
Can range from no formal education or training to 4 years + beyond high school based on position |
$8 to $15 per hour for sales associates and customer service; $15 to $30 for supervisor and manager |
| 7. Specialty Retail Sales |
Can range from no formal education to several years or industry experience and training within specialty (i.e. Cosmetics, automotive, furniture, electronics) |
$15 to $30 per hour based on product and personal sales |
| 8. Accounting & Finance and Tax Preparers |
Can range from no formal education, to technical training such as tax preparation, up to formal education of 4 to 6 years plus relevant experience |
$12 to $15 per hour for clerical and bookkeeping; $15 to $30 for tax preparers & specialists; $25 to $40 for formally trained professionals |
| 9. Banking and Lending |
Can range from no formal education to technical training up to formal education of 4 to 6 years plus relevant experience |
$10 to $15 per hour for teller and customer service; $15 to $30 for lending, $20 to $35 for supervisor and manager |
| 10. Car/Van/Light Truck and Bus Driver |
Passenger vehicle license up to special vehicle licensing and certification with “clean” driving record. |
$10 to $15 per hour for small vehicle; $12 to $20 for larger vehicles |
| 11. Customer Service Representative |
Can range from no formal education or training up to 2 to 4 years formal education or technical training – telephone and interpersonal skills vital |
$10 to $14 per hour for non-technical positions, $14 to $20 for technology-related jobs |
| 12. Non-Profit Services Delivery & Administration |
Can range from no formal education or training up to 4 years + beyond high school based on position |
$8 to $14 per hour for service delivery and clerical; $14 to 25 for professional |
| 13. Insurance & Investment Services |
Can range from no formal education up to 4 years+ education/training and ability to secure industry-specific certifications and licenses |
$12 to $18 per hour for entry sales and service; $15 to $25 for technical/licensed jobs; sales commissions often available |
| 14. Home Care & Personal Aide |
Can range from no formal education or training to 4 years + beyond high school based on position as well as licenses and certifications |
$8 to $14 per hour for personal care providers; $12 to $20 for advanced care providers (medication, etc.) |
| 15. Hospitality and Food Service Staff |
Can range from no formal education or training to 4 years + beyond high school based on position |
$8 to $12 per hour for entry level service providers; $10 to $15 for front desk/reception staff; $12 to $16 for sales and supervision |
| 16. Office Clerical & Administrative |
Can range from no formal education or training to 4 years beyond high school based on position, computer skills often essential |
$9 to $12 for entry clerical and administrative; $12 to $16 for skilled administrative staff |
| 17. Self-Employment |
No formal education up to 4 years +; small business management, sales, customer service and technical abilities important; licenses and certification may be required based on trade or profession |
Earnings can vary widely based on type of trade or business and personal capabilities (self-employment tax and liability insurance often required) |
| 18. Franchise Business Owner |
No formal education required though small business management, sales, customer service and technical abilities important; personal investment may be required for franchised or licensed operations |
Earnings can vary widely based on cost of franchise, business revenue, type of business and personal capabilities |
| 19. Small Employers |
More than 97% of employers have fewer than 100 employees. Small employers can provide diverse and challenging jobs requiring little formal education and training up to 4 years+ beyond high school |
Earnings can vary widely based on the industry, type of job and scope of responsibilities |
| 20. Federal, State and Municipal Govt. |
The government sector is expecting that retiring employees will create large numbers of openings ranging from entry level to senior professional and management. Qualifications vary widely |
Earnings can vary widely based on organization, profession and scope of responsibilities |
| 21. Return to Previous Employer |
You are probably already fully qualified. Employers are increasingly receptive, even eager to rehire retired employees as full time, part time or contract workers, and recent pension laws removed most obstacles to receiving a pension and a pay check. |
Can vary widely on a case-by-case basis though typically at or somewhat below your pre-retirement earnings |
