Not One To Be Bossed Around? Here Are 20 Jobs Best Suited For The Free Spirit

by Olivia Williams

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Below we have chosen those occupations which rank highly when it comes to independence. The occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions.The key attributes of these occupations are:

Creativity: Workers try out their own ideas.
Responsibility: Workers make decisions on their own.
Autonomy: Workers plan their work with little supervision.

The occupations are

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

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

Dentists, general
Dentists, general examine, diagnose, and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of teeth and gums. They may also treat diseases of nerve, pulp, and other dental tissues affecting oral hygiene and retention of teeth. They may also fit dental appliances or provide preventive care.
Median Annual Salary: $141,040 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 15.31%

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.

Art directors
Art directors formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual communications media, such as print, broadcasting, and advertising. Direct workers engaged in art work or layout design.
Median Annual Salary: $80,630 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 11.67%

Agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes
Agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. They may also handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.
Median Annual Salary: $63,130 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 22.44%

Education administrators, elementary and secondary school
Education administrators, elementary and secondary school plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of public or private elementary or secondary level schools.
Median Annual Salary: $86,970 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 8.59%

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.

Education administrators, postsecondary
Education administrators, postsecondary plan, direct, or coordinate research, instructional, student administration and services, and other educational activities at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
Median Annual Salary: $83,710 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 2.26%

Clergy
Clergy conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Median Annual Salary: $43,970 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 12.69%

Chiropractors
Chiropractors assess, treat, and care for patients by manipulation of spine and musculoskeletal system. They may also provide spinal adjustment or address sacral or pelvic misalignment.
Median Annual Salary: $67,200 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 19.5%

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%

Airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers
Airline pilots, copilots, and flight engineers pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, National, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.
Median Annual Salary: $103,210 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 8.37%

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%

Public relations managers
Public relations managers plan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness for their organization or client; or if engaged in fundraising, plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.
Median Annual Salary: $91,810 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 12.93%

Engineering managers
Engineering managers plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.
Median Annual Salary: $119,260 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 6.16%

Architects
Architects plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.
Median Annual Salary: $72,550 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 16.24%

Curators
Curators administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. They may also conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.
Median Annual Salary: $48,450 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 22.98%

Podiatrists
Podiatrists diagnose and treat diseases and deformities of the human foot.
Median Annual Salary: $118,030 Projected 10-Year Employment Growth: 8.98%