Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
Also known as: Adjudicator, Alternative Dispute Resolution Coordinator (ADR Coordinator), Alternative Dispute Resolution Mediator (ADR Mediator) (+23 more)
Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
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What You'll Do
- 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.
- Set up appointments for parties to meet for mediation.
- Prepare settlement agreements for disputants to sign.
- Organize or deliver public presentations about mediation to organizations, such as community agencies or schools.
- Prepare written opinions or decisions regarding cases.
- Rule on exceptions, motions, or admissibility of evidence.
- Evaluate information from documents, such as claim applications, birth or death certificates, or physician or employer records.
- Interview claimants, agents, or witnesses to obtain information about disputed issues.
- Research laws, regulations, policies, or precedent decisions to prepare for hearings.
Essential Skills
Career Fit Overview
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Top passions
- Leader: Taking charge and moving ideas forward motivates you.
- Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
- Helper: Supporting people and making a difference matters to you.
Common styles
Integrity, Independence, Analytical Thinking, Dependability, Attention to Detail
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Key Abilities
This career demands strong capabilities in the following areas:
Technologies & Tools
Work Environment & Style
Common Styles for This Career
- Integrity (High importance: 5.0/5)
- Independence (High importance: 4.89/5)
- Analytical Thinking (High importance: 4.74/5)
- Dependability (High importance: 4.7/5)
- Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.55/5)
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This career requires extensive preparation, typically including a graduate degree (Master's or Doctoral) and several years of experience. Most professionals in this field have invested significant time in education and training.
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