The Occupations in Demand (OID) list shows whether an occupation in a local area is expected to be in demand, not in demand or balanced. It also gives information about expected employment growth, wages and typical education. It includes links to job postings, trainings and other resources. You can use the tool to make decisions about program eligibility.
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Latest report
For questions or board updates, contact us at OID@esd.wa.gov.
Printing and saving options
To print: Using a desktop computer, right click in your browser window outside the OID dashboard and select print.
You can also save it by taking a screenshot or printing your screen.
How to use this tool
- Use any combination of optional filters for occupation, occupational category or county.
- In the dropdown menus, scroll through the lists or type keywords in the search bar to narrow down the choices.
- Select the boxes you want to see.
- Select the in demand box to show only results that are in demand.
- When you finish choosing your filters, select the search button.
- Select the occupation you are interested in from the table of results. Then use the item details button to get information and resources for that occupation.
- Adjust your filters by changing your filter box selections or start a fresh search by selecting the clear search button.
Uses for the Occupations in Demand list
Use the Occupations in Demand (OID) list to make decisions about program eligibility, including Training Benefits, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and more.
The goal is to create opportunities for workers to acquire skills needed to access in-demand, living-wage jobs in their communities. Eligibility for training programs often hinges on the ability to demonstrate the chosen occupation is likely to grow and support them in the future.
About the data
To learn more about the methodology for creating the OID, check out the 2024 OID methodology. Find in-depth information on standard occupational classification (SOC) codes, including major occupational groupings, on the Bureau of Labor Statistics website.
The OID list is a product created by Employment Security and Washington’s 12 Local Workforce Development Boards. These boards manage local lists and ensure the content is relevant, current and tailored to each local area. Visit the Washington workforce site to see a map and learn more about the individual WDAs.