11 Jobs Most Likely To Be Considered Prestigious In America

by Alex Garcia

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

There are certain jobs in American that offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious, mostly becuase we would like to be like those who have these jobs.

The key attributes of these jobs are:

Advancement: Workers in their selected fields have opportunities for advancement.
Recognition: They receive recognition for the work they do.
Authority: They give directions and instructions to others.
Social Status: They are looked up to by others in their company and their community.

The jobs have are amongst the most respected in America and have listed them below.

Chief executives
Chief executives determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.
Median Annual Salary: $165,080

Lawyers
Lawyers represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. They may also specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Median Annual Salary: $112,760 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 12.98%

Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates
Judges, magistrate judges, and magistrates arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. They may also sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes or sentencing guidelines. They may also determine liability of defendant in civil cases. They may also perform wedding ceremonies.
Median Annual Salary: $119,270

Physicists
Physicists conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
Median Annual Salary: $106,370 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 15.89%

Biochemists and biophysicists
Biochemists and biophysicists study the chemical composition or physical principles of living cells and organisms, their electrical and mechanical energy, and related phenomena. They may also conduct research to further understanding of the complex chemical combinations and reactions involved in metabolism, reproduction, growth, and heredity. They may also determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
Median Annual Salary: $79,390 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 37.42%

Commercial pilots
Commercial pilots pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots. Excludes regional, National, and international airline pilots.
Median Annual Salary: $67,500 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 18.54%

Optometrists
Optometrists diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. They may also prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.
Median Annual Salary: $94,990 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 24.41%

Veterinarians
Veterinarians diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.
Median Annual Salary: $82,040 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 32.95%

First-line supervisors/managers of police and detectives
First-line supervisors/managers of police and detectives directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.
Median Annual Salary: $78,260 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 8.06%

Orthodontists
Orthodontists examine, diagnose, and treat dental malocclusions and oral cavity anomalies. Design and fabricate appliances to realign teeth and jaws to produce and maintain normal function and to improve appearance.

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform surgery and related procedures on the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial regions to treat diseases, injuries, or defects. They may also diagnose problems of the oral and maxillofacial regions. They may also perform surgery to improve function or appearance.