Retired from the military - top 20 jobs

Research by Money Magazine and Salary.com: When it's time to stand down, you'd like an easy transition, a lot of stability and a job that makes use of what you know.

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A top 5 pick

Operations Manager Logistics

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Logistics is a natural for vets, who have a good understanding of supply-chain procedures. There's a broad range of work choices, from warehouses to ports to shipping-company hubs to the circus. You'll monitor quality, cost and efficiency of moving goods (or tigers) from place to place and negotiate with customers and suppliers.

	Salary	Total compensation (includes bonus)
Median Pay: $82,500
Most people make: 90% in this job make more than:	$55,800	$57,000
Top earners: 10% in this job make more than:	$105,200	$113,600

10-year Job Growth: 36%
Growth in Jobs	29,660
Total openings	203,600

Career Description

Manages and directs an organization's operational policies, objectives, and initiatives. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a senior manager or head of unit/department.

Education/Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree with at least 8 years of experience in the field.

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