Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling
SOC Code: 11-9072 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Plan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility, including cruise ships and parks.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CA | $69,638 | $95,139 | $120,661 | $146,162 |
| Salinas, CA | $58,781 | $87,069 | $115,336 | $143,624 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $62,754 | $88,754 | $114,774 | $140,774 |
| Richmond, VA | $78,541 | $98,862 | $119,205 | $139,526 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $57,366 | $83,845 | $110,344 | $136,822 |
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $54,454 | $81,910 | $109,346 | $136,802 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $59,758 | $85,176 | $110,614 | $136,032 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $85,405 | $102,066 | $118,706 | $135,366 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $57,990 | $83,387 | $108,763 | $134,160 |
| Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $68,869 | $90,542 | $112,195 | $133,869 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.8 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.8 | |
| Coordination | 3.8 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.6 | |
| Writing | 3.6 | |
| Instructing | 3.5 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 4.3 |
| English Language | 3.9 |
| Administration and Management | 3.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.6 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.5 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.4 |
| Administrative | 3.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 52.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 23.1% |
| Associate's degree | 16.8% |
| Doctoral degree | 7.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Administer first aid in emergency situations.
- Assign tasks and work hours to staff.
- Calculate and record department expenses and revenue.
- Explain rules and regulations of facilities and entertainment attractions to customers.
- Interview and hire associates to fill staff vacancies.
- Plan programs of events or schedules of activities.
- Plan, organize, or lead group activities for customers, such as exercise routines, athletic events, or arts and crafts.
- Resolve customer complaints regarding worker performance or services rendered.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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