occupational duties

[/ˌɑːkjuˈpeɪʃənəl ˈduːtiz/]
noun phrasepl: N/A (plural concept already embedded)
deveres ocupacionais
1. The tasks, responsibilities, and obligations that are required as part of one's job or profession
His occupational duties include managing a team of ten employees and preparing quarterly reports.
Seus deveres ocupacionais incluem gerenciar uma equipe de dez funcionários e preparar relatórios trimestrais.
2. Specific job-related responsibilities assigned to a worker in their professional capacity
The nurse's occupational duties encompass patient care, medication administration, and medical documentation.
Os deveres ocupacionais da enfermeira abrangem cuidado ao paciente, administração de medicamentos e documentação médica.
3. Legal or contractual obligations associated with a particular occupation or employment position
Fulfilling occupational duties is essential for maintaining professional licensing and employment status.
Cumprir os deveres ocupacionais é essencial para manter a licença profissional e o status de emprego.
In Brazil, occupational duties are typically formalized through employment contracts (contratos de trabalho) and are often a key discussion point in labor disputes. The concept is deeply tied to Brazilian labor law (CLT - Consolidação das Leis do Trabalho). In the USA, occupational duties are similarly codified in job descriptions and employment agreements, and violations can lead to legal consequences. The term reflects the formal relationship between employer and employee in both cultures.
NYC Slang
job duties, work stuff, what you gotta do for the gig
Synonyms / Sinônimos
job responsibilitieswork obligationsprofessional dutiesemployment tasksoccupational responsibilities
Antonyms / Antônimos
personal leisurefree timerecreational activities

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
deveres ocupacionais
Most common and formal usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
responsabilidades do trabalho
More conversational alternative commonly used
São Paulo
obrigações profissionais
Formal business context, commonly used in corporate environments
Portugal
deveres profissionais
Slightly different phrasing preference in European Portuguese

Related Words

occupational healthoccupational safetyprofessional standardsjob descriptionworkplace responsibilitiesemployment contract

Related Idioms & Phrases

carry out one's duties
fulfill one's obligations
in the line of duty
above and beyond the call of duty
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