What would be a challenging career choice for my final 5 to 6 years prior to retirement?

PO1 John Weaver — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:50:39 -0400

Good morning. I am considering a new career to keep me pumped up as I start to reach my top potential in employment. I retired from the US NAVY Oct 2005 and have continued to work since then. I am an empty nester and looking to find a new career to take me to the finish line in about 5 to 6 years. I'm presently working as a Workers Compensation Specialist and love it however due to the job similarities on almost each case, I find myself wanting more challenges in a career and would love to hear some ideas my brothers and sisters in arms may have?

Response by SFC Michael D. made Jun 11 at 2020 9:10 AM

SFC Michael D. — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:10:43 -0400

Become a Medic. Best job ever,

Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made Jun 11 at 2020 1:43 PM

Lt Col Jim Coe — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 13:43:22 -0400

Your profile doesn't give us a lot to go on, so my answers may be disconnected from what could be possible for you. Here's some ideas:
-Equal Opportunity Counselor/Investigator
-Social Worker. Requires advanced degree and licensing in some states.
-Community College or High School Career Counselor. May require licensing.
-State Campground Host. Live at State Campground during the camping season. Collect fees and assign camping spaces. Make sure State laws, rules, etc. are followed.
-Community College Professor. May require advanced degree and possible certification.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jun 11 at 2020 5:32 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 17:32:53 -0400

I would advise you not to discontinue a career that you love. Many people will kill to be in your position.