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Do you work part-time, or have you considered finding a part-time job? You’re not alone. Over 31 million people in the U.S. currently work part-time, but what we might picture when we think of “part-time work” is not totally accurate.

To help dispel the notion that part-time jobs are typically lower-level and lower-paying, we’ve compiled 10 high-paying, high-level part-time jobs, along with insights into who actually wants to work part-time.

10 High-Paying, High-Level Jobs With Part-Time Schedules

To demonstrate that high-paying jobs requiring advanced education, skills, and knowledge can be done on a part-time schedule, LiveCareer has identified 10 higher-paying, professional-level jobs for experienced job seekers to consider.

Below are 10 types of professional part-time jobs that each meet the following criteria:

The job requires fewer than 40 hours per week.
The job is professional-level, and requires advanced experience and education.
In a full-time role, the job’s salary would equate to at least $80,000 annually, according to data from PayScale.

Click each job title below to see all the active job listings on FlexJobs.

Attorney (median annual salary: $100,000)
Director of Communications & Marketing (median annual salary: $94,000)
Director of Finance (median annual salary: $123,000)
Nurse Practitioner (median annual salary: $109,00)
Pharmacist (median annual salary: $122,000)
Physician Assistant (median annual salary: $109,000)
Senior Developer (median annual salary: $115,000)
Senior Software Engineer (median annual salary: $129,000)
Solutions Architect (median annual salary: $130,000)
Surgeon (median annual salary: $318,000)

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Why Workers’ Attitudes Toward Full-Time Work Are Changing

A recent FlexJobs survey of 3,000 individuals shows a shift in workers’ attitudes towards traditional work schedules. The biggest finding in this survey was that 70% of professionals believe companies should reconsider the standard 40-hour workweek.

It’s not hard to understand why professionals have a growing interest in part-time work as a viable alternative to the pressures of overworking. Some key findings in our survey demonstrate that

28% of respondents experience daily pressures to work beyond regular hours.
30% of workers feel pressure to overwork weekly or once a month.
89% of respondents favor alternatives to the 40-hour workweek, such as four-day workweeks, flexible hours, and performance-based arrangements.

Evidently, money isn’t the primary concern for the rising popularity of part-time work. In fact, BLS numbers support this; 73% of workers are employed part-time for non-economic reasons.

However, workers’ major concerns with the traditional workweek are its negative effects on their health. For instance, 72% of workers expressed that workplace stress has caused changes and difficulties in their sleeping habits. Forty-eight percent reported becoming irritable or short-tempered, and 46% mentioned physical symptoms like headaches provoked by excessive work stress.

The traditional full-time workweek no longer satisfies most workers, and part-time work, hybrid schedules, and increased flexibility are becoming the norm.

Tips for Landing a High-Level Part-Time Job

1. Treat the process seriously.

Just because a job offers part-time hours doesn’t mean the job application process will be easier or more relaxed. These high-level, high-paying jobs will require you to showcase your very best skills, go through multiple rounds of interviews, and show your commitment to the position, regardless of the reduced hours you may work.

2. Research the company before applying.

Learn as much as possible about the company offering the job before applying. Pay attention to the company’s mission, culture, and work-flexibility policies. To jump-start your research, FlexJobs released a list of the top 30 companies hiring for professional part-time jobs, including the Hershey Company American Red Cross, Hilton, Elevate K-12, and Carta HealthcareUnitedHealth Group.

3. Pay attention to the range of hours you might work.

Part-time jobs can be anywhere from a handful of hours each week to slightly less than 40. Most job descriptions will mention how many hours you’re expected to work.

Here are some examples of how part-time hours are described in job descriptions:

“This is a part-time, paid-time-off-eligible position, three days weekly with the opportunity to work remotely.”
“This is a permanent, part-time position of 12-14 hours per week on average.”
“Approximately 26 hours per week during the academic year, which includes one shift during the week from 4-9 p.m.; 30 hours to be worked throughout the summer (June-August).”

If you can’t work more than 20 hours per week or want to work 30 to 35 hours, apply only to jobs that offer hours close to your needs. If the job description doesn’t mention the range of hours, apply anyway and then ask about it during the interview.

Working on a part-time schedule can be the change you need to take control of your health or career path or spend more time on your priorities.

How to Write a Resume for a Part-Time Job

Landing a high-paying part-time job will require you to write a resume that impresses employers by showcasing relevant achievements and a coveted skill set.

We’ve compiled the following tips to help you curate the right accomplishments and format your resume so your strengths shine. Let’s begin!

Tailor your resume to the job.
Just because you’re applying for a part-time role doesn’t mean you can just recycle the resume you currently have. The most important step you can take to boost your chances of being called for an interview is updating your resume for each application and customizing it with qualifications that meet the role’s requirements. Keep reading for more tips on how to achieve this.
Study the job ad to build your achievements.
Are you unsure about what accomplishments you should add to your resume? Look no further than the job ad. Employers will almost always tell you exactly what they need for the open position. Pay close attention to the sections titled “job requirements” and “responsibilities,” where you’ll be able to identify keywords and qualifications crucial to the job. Any of those you meet, you should include throughout your resume.
Switch the summary for a resume objective.
Although the resume summary is the most popular way to begin your resume, the objective statement could be a better option when applying for a part-time position. If your desired role is unrelated to your main career path, you’re switching careers, or you are new to the workforce, the resume objective will help you professionally communicate this. State why you’re applying for a part-time job and focus on the strengths that will help you meet the employer’s needs.
Highlight transferable skills.
An easy way to tailor your resume to a part-time role is to emphasize transferable skills from previous experience that are seemingly unrelated to your desired job.
Communication, project management, and organization skills can benefit you in almost every role. Emphasize these skills in your resume; recruiters will see you have what it takes to succeed.
Use the right resume format.
If you’ve been in the workforce a long time, you might be familiar with the standard resume format: the reverse-chronological style. However, the combination, or functional formats might be better for job seekers interested in a part-time job. If you have little to no experience in your desired field, avoid the chronological resume and favor the skills-based or hybrid resume.

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If you need further help landing a part-time role that fits neatly into your schedule, check out these 45 Resume Tips for Landing a Job, or if you want to browse more job options, check out the 33 Most Popular Six-Figure Jobs.