JOB REPORT / 19-3032 · 25 TASKS

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists.

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Analyze data, using statistical methods and applications, to evaluate…
Write articles, white papers, or reports to share research…
Study consumers' reactions to new products and package designs…

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25 of 25 tasks reviewed

We went through all 25 core tasks in this job, one at a time.

Task by task, from the work Industrial-Organizational Psychologists actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Analyze data, using statistical methods and applications, to evaluate the outcomes and effectiveness of workplace programs.
AI DOES
Runs statistical models, flags trends, generates charts, and summarizes findings from datasets
YOU DO
Choose the right methods, interpret results in context, and translate findings into meaningful workplace recommendations
TASK 02
Write articles, white papers, or reports to share research findings and educate others.
AI DOES
Drafts sections, suggests structure, summarizes research, and cleans up language
YOU DO
Bring the original findings, interpret what the data means for real workplaces, and decide what matters to the audience
TASK 03
Study consumers' reactions to new products and package designs, and to advertising efforts, using surveys and tests.
AI DOES
Drafts survey questions, cleans data, finds patterns in responses, and summarizes results
YOU DO
Design the study, read between the lines of human emotion, and guide what the findings mean for the business
TASK 04
Analyze job requirements and content to establish criteria for classification, selection, training, and other related personnel functions.
AI DOES
Scans job descriptions, spots patterns, drafts criteria lists, and summarizes role requirements
YOU DO
Apply professional judgment on fairness, bias risk, legal standards, and what actually predicts job success
TASK 05
Write reports on research findings and implications to contribute to general knowledge or to suggest potential changes in organizational functioning.
AI DOES
Drafts report sections, summarizes findings, suggests structure, and checks grammar
YOU DO
Interpret what the data really means for people and organizations, and make judgment calls about recommendations
TASK 06
Develop interview techniques, rating scales, and psychological tests used to assess skills, abilities, and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement, or promotion.
AI DOES
Drafts interview questions, suggests rating scale formats, and summarizes research on test validity
YOU DO
Judge whether tools are fair, legally defensible, and truly matched to the real job context
TASK 07
Identify training and development needs.
AI DOES
Scans employee data, surveys, and performance records to flag skill gaps and patterns
YOU DO
Weigh organizational culture and people context before recommending training priorities
TASK 08
Formulate and implement training programs, applying principles of learning and individual differences.
AI DOES
Drafts training outlines, suggests learning activities, and researches best practices fast
YOU DO
Watch how real people respond and adjust the program on the fly
TASK 09
Study organizational effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency, including the nature of workplace supervision and leadership.
AI DOES
Searches literature, summarizes studies, analyzes survey data, and drafts research reports
YOU DO
Interpret human behavior, build trust with employees, and make judgment calls about organizational culture
TASK 10
Conduct research studies of physical work environments, organizational structures, communication systems, group interactions, morale, or motivation to assess organizational functioning.
AI DOES
Drafts survey questions, runs statistical analysis, spots patterns in large datasets, and summarizes research literature
YOU DO
Build relationships with employees, judge what questions really matter, and interpret messy human behavior in real workplaces
TASK 11
Develop and implement employee selection or placement programs.
AI DOES
Drafts competency frameworks, screens candidate pools, and flags patterns in assessment results
YOU DO
Apply ethical judgment, catch bias, and make the final call on who fits the role and culture
TASK 12
Conduct presentations on research findings for clients or at research meetings.
AI DOES
Builds slide decks, summarizes findings, suggests visuals, and drafts speaker notes
YOU DO
Read the room, answer tough questions, and build client trust in person
TASK 13
Facilitate organizational development and change.
AI DOES
Summarizes research, drafts change plans, and spots patterns in employee survey data
YOU DO
Read the room, build trust with skeptical teams, and guide people through uncertainty
TASK 14
Conduct individual assessments, including interpreting measures and providing feedback for selection, placement, or promotion.
AI DOES
Scores tests, spots patterns, drafts report summaries, and flags results that need attention
YOU DO
Bring empathy and judgment to feedback conversations and high-stakes placement calls
TASK 15
Assess employee performance.
AI DOES
Analyzes performance data, flags trends, and drafts structured feedback summaries
YOU DO
Apply fairness, context, and interpersonal judgment to each unique employee situation
TASK 16
Train clients to administer human resources functions, including testing, selection, and performance management.
AI DOES
Drafts training content, practice scenarios, and assessment tools for HR topics
YOU DO
Coach clients live, read the room, and tailor instruction to each learner's needs
TASK 17
Provide expert testimony in employment lawsuits.
AI DOES
Researches relevant studies, summarizes case law, and drafts written reports
YOU DO
Show up, speak credibly under oath, and defend your expert opinion in real time
TASK 18
Observe and interview workers to obtain information about the physical, mental, and educational requirements of jobs, as well as information about aspects such as job satisfaction.
AI DOES
Drafts interview questions, analyzes survey responses, and summarizes patterns across many worker answers
YOU DO
Show up in person, earn trust, and notice what workers feel but don't say out loud
TASK 19SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Review research literature to remain current on psychological science issues.
AI DOES
Scans journals and summarizes key findings
YOU DO
Judge what applies to your practice
About this analysis
30% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 20SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Participate in mediation and dispute resolution.
AI DOES
Prepares case summaries and suggests settlement options
YOU DO
Build trust and guide emotional conversations
About this analysis
29% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 21SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Develop new business by contacting potential clients, making sales presentations, and writing proposals.
AI DOES
Drafts outreach emails and proposal templates
YOU DO
Build real relationships and close deals
About this analysis
28% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 22SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Counsel workers about job and career-related issues.
AI DOES
Suggests career paths and drafts action plans
YOU DO
Listen deeply and build real trust
About this analysis
20% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 23SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Provide advice on best practices and implementation for selection.
AI DOES
Suggests frameworks and common practices
YOU DO
Tailor advice to specific context
About this analysis
19% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 24SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Advise management concerning personnel, managerial, and marketing policies and practices and their potential effects on organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
AI DOES
Analyzes data trends and suggests policy options
YOU DO
Weigh trade-offs and make the call
About this analysis
13% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium
TASK 25SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Coach senior executives and managers on leadership and performance.
AI DOES
Suggests coaching frameworks and tracks progress data
YOU DO
Read the person and guide the breakthrough
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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AT A GLANCE

Occupation: Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
SOC code: 19-3032
Tasks reviewed: 25 of 25

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PAY & OUTLOOK

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Median pay (national): $193,950 · BLS OEWS 2025
Median pay (Colorado): Not reported for Colorado
Employed (national): 790
Employed in Colorado: Not reported for Colorado
Job outlook: +6.3% by 2034 · ~400 openings/yr

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Analyze data, using statistical methods and applications, to evaluate the outcomes and effectiveness of workplace programs.

Write articles, white papers, or reports to share research findings and educate others.

Study consumers' reactions to new products and package designs, and to advertising efforts, using surveys and tests.

Analyze job requirements and content to establish criteria for classification, selection, training, and other related personnel functions.

Write reports on research findings and implications to contribute to general knowledge or to suggest potential changes in organizational functioning.

Develop interview techniques, rating scales, and psychological tests used to assess skills, abilities, and interests for the purpose of employee selection, placement, or promotion.

Identify training and development needs.

Formulate and implement training programs, applying principles of learning and individual differences.

Study organizational effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency, including the nature of workplace supervision and leadership.

Conduct research studies of physical work environments, organizational structures, communication systems, group interactions, morale, or motivation to assess organizational functioning.

Develop and implement employee selection or placement programs.

Conduct presentations on research findings for clients or at research meetings.

Facilitate organizational development and change.

Conduct individual assessments, including interpreting measures and providing feedback for selection, placement, or promotion.

Assess employee performance.

Train clients to administer human resources functions, including testing, selection, and performance management.

Provide expert testimony in employment lawsuits.

Observe and interview workers to obtain information about the physical, mental, and educational requirements of jobs, as well as information about aspects such as job satisfaction.

Review research literature to remain current on psychological science issues.

Participate in mediation and dispute resolution.

Develop new business by contacting potential clients, making sales presentations, and writing proposals.

Counsel workers about job and career-related issues.

Provide advice on best practices and implementation for selection.

Advise management concerning personnel, managerial, and marketing policies and practices and their potential effects on organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

Coach senior executives and managers on leadership and performance.

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