How to become arbitrators, mediators, and conciliatorseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$75,530
25th–75th pct. $57,360–$108,000
Top pay (est.)
$202,100
Top 10% $155,440
Pay in 5 years
$84,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$95,000est.
$81,700–$110,200
Outlook score
49/100
★★☆☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
74%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+4.7%
300 openings / yr
How to become arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsAnalyzing Data or InformationEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsGetting InformationJudging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or PeopleUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningNear Vision
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 5 — extensive preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★★★ Hard to enter (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as arbitrators, mediators, and conciliators
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.