The Top 25 Flexible Jobs With the Most Growth Potential in 2016

The Top 25 Flexible Jobs With the Most Growth Potential in 2016 The Top 25 Flexible Jobs With the Most Growth Potential in 2016 One of the things people dont realize about flexible jobs is that they exist in practically every career field, says Brie Reynolds, director of online content at FlexJobs.  Most of them are jobs youd recognize â€" but theres still a feeling that flexible and remote jobs are only for certain professions, like writing and consulting. To help dispel the myth that flexible work â€" i.e., telecommuting options, flexible schedules, and freelance arrangements â€" is only available to certain professionals in certain industries, FlexJobs put together a list of 25 flexible jobs  that are likely to be in high demand in 2016. What may be surprising about this list to some is the wide swath of industries present here: Roles in every  field  from law and education to finance and medicine show up on FlexJobss list. We loved lists from Business Insider and Lifehack about future jobs and high-potential jobs for 2016 (The 21 Best Jobs of the Future  and 10 Jobs with the Most Potential in 2015 and 2016), and [we] compared the jobs that made their lists with the flexible job listings on our site, Reynolds explains. This gave us a great list of the the most high-potential  flexible  jobs in 2016. Reynolds hopes that this list will show job seekers and career changers that yes, flexible work opportunities  do  exist in most professions. We hear from people like working parents, baby boomers, military spouses, caregivers, millennials, people with disabilities, and others who either want or need flexible work options, and a list like this shows them where the most opportunity exists in 2016,  Reynolds says. The list also has some repercussions for employers: Given how in-demand flexible work is,  companies looking to attract top talent would do well to implement flexible work policies in their workplaces. As more companies adopt flexible work policies or update their current policies to offer better options â€" and see how flexible work  benefits the bottom line â€" there will hopefully be more pressure on other companies to follow suit, Reynolds says. The Top 25 High-Potential Flexible Jobs in 2016, According to FlexJobs 1. Accountant Accountants work in a variety of capacities to help individuals and companies prepare tax returns, research tax issues, and perform budgeting, assessment, and reporting tasks. Types of job flexibility offered: telecommuting, full-time and part-time schedules, temporary and seasonal options, freelance options 2. Athletic Trainer Working in a variety of locations, like sports medicine centers, gyms, health care companies, schools, sports teams, and medical centers, athletic trainers are responsible for providing patient care, performing injury evaluations, developing treatment options, and implementing rehabilitative athletic treatment plans. Types of job flexibility offered: full-time and part-time schedules, flexible schedules, temporary and occasional jobs 3. Auditors Auditors are responsible for the examination, analysis, and interpretations of accounting records in a variety of circumstances. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time and part-time schedules, seasonal and temporary options, freelance options 4. Computer and Information Systems Manager Systems managers work to plan, direct, and coordinate computer systems and their administrators. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, telecommuting, short-term and long-term options 5. Computer Systems Analyst For many different industries and clients, computer systems analysts are hired to configure and maintain application and system software and diagnose and troubleshoot software issues. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time schedules, freelance options, short-term and temporary assignments 6. Elementary School Teacher Elementary teachers plan lessons, lead students, create an environment conducive to learning, prioritize each students needs, and partner with parents and colleagues to manage curricula, materials, and goals. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time or part-time schedules, freelance or permanent options 7. Environmental Engineer Environmental engineers are responsible for developing new solutions to assist companies, organizations, and government entities in bettering their environmental footprints and cleaning up previous environmental issues. Tasks include managing projects, writing reports, collecting samples, and more. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, part-time schedules, freelance jobs 8. Financial Manager Depending on the industry and company, financial managers are responsible for developing financial plans and concepts, evaluating and resolving issues, and directing financial activities across organizations. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time or part-time schedules, freelance roles 9. Home Health Aide As the population ages, home health aides are becoming increasingly in-demand. These professionals work to provide patients with in-home support for tasks such as meal preparation, ambulation, homemaking chores, and personal care. Types of job flexibility offered:  part-time schedules, occasional jobs 10. Lawyer Lawyers work in a variety of capacities to help clients navigate the legal and judicial systems in the U.S. Opportunities are found in corporate, litigation, labor and employment, real estate, and many other areas. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, telecommuting, short-term and temporary options 11. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) In home settings, hospitals, medical centers, and hospice care facilities, LPNs assist with patient care, telephone triage, patient treatments, and related activities. A current license is required. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, telecommuting, occasional and temporary options 12. Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) LVNs maintain medical records, assist with call screening, help with physical exams, collect lab samples, and provide other support as needed. A current license is required. Types of job flexibility offered:  full- and part-time, occasional work, flexible schedules 13.  Market Research Analyst Market research analysts work with a variety of clients to help strategy and market planning through research analysis. They design research instruments, collect data, conduct analysis, and issue reports. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time and part-time schedules 14. Medical Assistant Certified medical assistants register patients, document medical notes, assist physicians, review medical charts, and assist with patient care plans. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, telecommuting, occasional jobs 15. Nurse Practitioner Nurse practitioners (NPs) provide clinical oversight and coordinate patient care, as well as examine, diagnose, and treat patients, counsel and educate  patients, and prescribe medications. A masters degree and current licensing are  required. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time or part-time hours, flexible schedules, telecommuting, occasional and temporary options 16. Office Manager Office managers are responsible for keeping offices in a huge variety of industries running smoothly. They manage support staff, assist with travel arrangements, manage office supplies and equipment, and do much more. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, short-term and temporary options 17. Operations Manager Operations managers are responsible for providing assistance to the functioning, planning, and directing of companies and organizations. They typically work closely with other departments like accounting, marketing, sales, and IT. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, temporary and short-term jobs, freelance options 18. Physical Therapist Physical therapists work with patients with injuries to provide assessment, develop care plans, treatment options, and work with other healthcare providers. Types of job flexibility offered:  part-time, alternative, and flexible schedules, telecommuting, occasional job options 19. Registered Nurse The responsibilities of a registered nurse include educating patients, performing procedures, and conducting medical assessments. They work closely with other members of the medical staff. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time and part-time schedules, occasional jobs 20. Software Application Developer Application developers are hired to create software applications, develop and troubleshoot existing software, and assist with quality-assurance testing. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, telecommuting, freelance options, short-term jobs 21. Software Systems Developer Software systems developers are responsible for developing operating systems, creating compilers, and developing network software, as well as maintaining these programs. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time and part-time schedules, freelance options, short-term options 22. Surgeon Surgeons treat patients for a variety of injuries and ailments, and they also work in management and consulting capacities to help others in the profession with procedures, appropriate care, and claims reviews. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, part-time schedules 23. Survey Researcher Survey researchers are typically responsible for designing, developing, administering, and analyzing surveys and studies for one or more clients. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, full-time and part-time schedules, flexible schedule options, freelance options 24. Web Designer Web designers are responsible for developing a variety of Web-related creative components like websites, newsletters, graphics, digital campaigns, and more. Types of job flexibility offered:  telecommuting, freelance options, full-time and part-time schedules, short-term jobs 25. Wholesale Sales Representative Wholesale sales representatives are responsible for overseeing business relationships, maintaining existing accounts, and prospecting new accounts related to selling wholesale goods and services. Types of job flexibility offered:  full-time and part-time schedules, telecommuting