For parents returning to work - top 20 jobs

Research by Money Magazine and Salary.com: You traded working lunches for PTA meetings and PB&Js. Now you want a challenging job that can bend to make room for family life.

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A top 5 pick

Executive Recruiter

5 tips for parents returning to work
Full report at Salary.com

You control your schedule; résumé reviews, even interviews, can be done after the kids are in bed. Accolades are typically based on performance,not face time. Recruit in your pre-break field and you can ramp up quickly.

	Salary	Total compensation (includes bonus)
Median Pay: $77,000
Most people make: 90% in this job make more than:	$49,700	$49,700
Top earners: 10% in this job make more than:	$98,500	$105,600

10-year Job Growth: 30%
Growth in Jobs	55,407
Total openings	83,279

Career Description

Screens, interviews, and recommends prospective employees for employment in executive or senior management positions. Works with executive search firms or other placement agencies to develop and maintain a highly qualified candidate pool. Extends offers of employment to successful candidates. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.

Education/Experience

May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

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