Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
Job Zone 5 - Extensive preparation needed
Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
Median pay: $75,530/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +4.3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Prepare written opinions or decisions regarding cases.
• Apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, or precedents to reach conclusions.
• Conduct hearings to obtain information or evidence relative to disposition of claims.
• Determine extent of liability according to evidence, laws, or administrative or judicial precedents.
• Rule on exceptions, motions, or admissibility of evidence.
• Confer with disputants to clarify issues, identify underlying concerns, and develop an understanding of their respective needs and interests.
• Use mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives, and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.
• Conduct initial meetings with disputants to outline the arbitration process, settle procedural matters, such as fees, or determine details, such as witness numbers or time requirements.
What's the median pay for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
The median pay for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators is $75,530 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
Employment for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators is projected to change +4.3% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators?
About 300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.