First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services

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Directly supervise and coordinate activities of entertainment and recreation related workers.

Sample of reported job titles: Caddymaster, Community Life Director, Hair Salon Manager, Hotel Services Supervisor, Recreation Coordinator, Salon Manager

Occupation-Specific Information

Tasks Save Table: XLSX CSV

  • Analyze and record personnel or operational data and write related activity reports.
  • Apply customer feedback to service improvement efforts.
  • Assign work schedules, following work requirements, to ensure quality and timely delivery of service.
  • Collaborate with staff members to plan or develop programs of events or schedules of activities.
  • Direct or coordinate the activities of entertainment and recreation related workers.
  • Furnish customers with information on events or activities.
  • Inform workers about interests or special needs of specific groups.
  • Inspect work areas or operating equipment to ensure conformance to established standards in areas such as cleanliness or maintenance.
  • Meet with managers or other supervisors to stay informed of changes affecting workers or operations.
  • Observe and evaluate workers' appearance and performance to ensure quality service and compliance with specifications.
  • Participate in continuing education to stay abreast of industry trends and developments.
  • Plan, direct, or supervise recreational and entertainment activities led by staff, such as sports, aquatics, games, or performing arts.
  • Provide staff with assistance in performing difficult or complicated duties.
  • Recruit and hire staff members.
  • Requisition supplies and equipment necessary for workers to facilitate recreational or entertainment activities, such as safety harnesses, flash lights, or first aid kits.
  • Resolve customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered.
  • Serve as a point of contact between managerial staff and leaders of recreational or entertainment activities.
  • Take disciplinary action to address performance problems.
  • Train workers in proper operational procedures and functions and explain company policies.

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Occupational Requirements

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Experience Requirements

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Title
Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training
Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples
These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
SVP Range
(4.0 to < 6.0)

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Training & Credentials

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Apprenticeship Opportunities

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Worker Characteristics

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Occupational InterestInterest
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Enterprising — Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
62
 
Conventional — Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
56
 
Social — Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
32
 
Realistic — Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Artistic — Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.
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Investigative — Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.

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Work Styles Save Table: XLSX CSV

ImpactWork Style
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Leadership Orientation — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
82
 
Dependability — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
75
 
Social Orientation — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
74
 
Cooperation — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
64
 
Self-Control — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
63
 
Optimism — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
58
 
Empathy — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
56
 
Initiative — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
55
 
Adaptability — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
55
 
Perseverance — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
55
 
Self-Confidence — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
54
 
Achievement Orientation — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
53
 
Attention to Detail — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
52
 
Integrity — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
50
 
Stress Tolerance — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
48
 
Sincerity — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
39
 
Tolerance for Ambiguity — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
38
 
Innovation — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
33
 
Cautiousness — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
29
 
Humility — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
21
 
Intellectual Curiosity — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.

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Workforce Characteristics

Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2024)
$22.55 hourly, $46,900 annual
State wages
Local wages
Employment (2024)
123,300 employees
Projected growth (2024-2034)
Faster than average (5% to 6%)
Projected job openings (2024-2034)
13,400
State trends
Top industries (2024)
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (32% employed in this sector)

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024 wage data external site and 2024-2034 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Job Openings on the Web

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Professional Associations

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