Career Profile

Recreation Workers

Education Bachelor's
This is the typical education required for an entry-level position.
Earnings $28,600
This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position.

Recreation workers design and lead activities to help people stay active, improve fitness, and have fun.

General Information

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.

Recreation Workers

Occupational Outlook

For the Rural Capital Area

179

Job Opportunities

Over the next five years, an average of 179 openings per year are projected for Recreation Workers.

+17.9%

Employment Change

Employment for Recreation Workers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.9% between 2023 and 2028.

$13.76

Earnings Potential

An average worker in this occupation is paid $13.76/hour. Entry level workers are paid $10.43, while experienced workers are paid $16.72. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations.

Local Employment Opportunities

There are 662 Recreation Workers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 780.

Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally

The top industries employing Recreation Workers are Civic and Social Organizations, Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities), and Other Amusement and Recreation Industries.

Knowledge Areas

The top most significant knowledge categories for Recreation Workers include English Language, Public Safety and Security, and Customer and Personal Service.

Educational Attainment Patterns

The most common level of education for Recreation Workers is Bachelor's. 73% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.

Sources: BLS   JobsEQ®   ONET