Description
Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.
Interests
- Social
- Enterprising
- Realistic
Work Values
- Relationships
- Independence
- Support
Work Styles
- Self-Control
- Cooperation
- Integrity
- Concern for Others
- Dependability
Tasks
- Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
- Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
- Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.
- Manage the daily operations of recreational facilities.
- Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
Work Activities
- Getting Information
- Thinking Creatively
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Scheduling Work and Activities
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Detailed Work Activities
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Technology Skills
- Office suite software
- Computer based training software
- Data base user interface and query software
- Spreadsheet software
- Electronic mail software
Abilities
- Oral Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Speech Clarity
- Near Vision
- Problem Sensitivity
Skills
- Active Listening
- Coordination
- Service Orientation
- Social Perceptiveness
- Speaking
Knowledge
- English Language
- Public Safety and Security
- Customer and Personal Service
- Education and Training
- Law and Government
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Certified Special Events ProfessionalCertifying Organization
International Live Events Association
Type
Core
Certificate name
Safety-Certified Assistant Riding InstructorCertifying Organization
American Association for Horsemanship Safety
Type
Core
Certificate name
Fitness Facility ManagerCertifying Organization
International Fitness Professional Association
Type
Core
Certificate name
Womens Fitness SpecialistCertifying Organization
International Fitness Professional Association
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
Advanced Weight Management InstructorCertifying Organization
International Fitness Professional Association
Type
Advanced
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $27,305 |
| Median (50%) | $33,852 |
| High (90%) | $49,438 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $36,648 |
| Mid Level | $51,989 |
| Senior Level | $71,089 |
| Expert Level | $62,392 |
Employability
There are currently 300,000 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 316,500 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 6%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 6%
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