Directors, Religious Activities and Education
SOC Code: 21-2021 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Directors, Religious Activities and Education. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $59,696 | $79,893 | $100,069 | $120,266 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $56,638 | $77,210 | $97,781 | $118,352 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $55,661 | $76,024 | $96,387 | $116,750 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $48,235 | $70,907 | $93,600 | $116,272 |
| Vallejo, CA | $53,498 | $73,965 | $94,411 | $114,878 |
| Greensboro-High Point, NC | $51,646 | $72,363 | $93,101 | $113,818 |
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $41,600 | $65,125 | $88,670 | $112,195 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $52,083 | $71,011 | $89,939 | $108,867 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $48,589 | $68,390 | $88,171 | $107,973 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $48,194 | $68,099 | $88,026 | $107,931 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Boca Jewish Center Inc. | 2 | $137,500 |
| Ligonier Ministries, Inc. | 2 | $71,063 |
| Hickory Grove Baptist Church | 1 | $66,664 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | $77,563 |
| 2022 | 1 | $125,000 |
| 2023 | 1 | $64,563 |
| 2024 | 1 | $150,000 |
| 2025 | 1 | $66,664 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.1 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.9 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Instructing | 3.9 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.8 | |
| Coordination | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Philosophy and Theology | 4.2 |
| Education and Training | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.9 |
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Psychology | 3.5 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 3.4 |
| Administration and Management | 3.2 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 53.6% |
| Some college | 21.1% |
| Associate's degree | 14.4% |
| Doctoral degree | 9.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Identify and recruit potential volunteer workers.
- Train and supervise religious education instructional staff.
- Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
- Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.
- Implement program plans by ordering needed materials, scheduling speakers, reserving space, or handling other administrative details.
- Counsel individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, or religious problems.
- Analyze member participation or changes in congregational emphasis to determine needs for religious education.
- Collaborate with other ministry members to establish goals and objectives for religious education programs or to develop ways to encourage program participation.
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