Athletes and Sports Competitors
SOC Code: 27-2021 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Compete in athletic events.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Athletes and Sports Competitors. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $59,051,200 | $555,969,440 | $1,052,889,760 | $1,549,808,000 |
| Springfield, IL | $59,051,200 | $555,969,440 | $1,052,889,760 | $1,549,808,000 |
| East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $59,051,200 | $555,969,440 | $1,052,889,760 | $1,549,808,000 |
| South Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $58,864,000 | $553,176,000 | $1,047,488,000 | $1,541,800,000 |
| Pueblo, CO | $67,308,800 | $556,227,360 | $1,045,143,840 | $1,534,062,400 |
| Columbia, MO | $55,660,800 | $545,611,040 | $1,035,563,360 | $1,525,513,600 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $55,660,800 | $545,611,040 | $1,035,563,360 | $1,525,513,600 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $55,660,800 | $545,611,040 | $1,035,563,360 | $1,525,513,600 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $55,660,800 | $545,611,040 | $1,035,563,360 | $1,525,513,600 |
| Springfield, MO | $55,660,800 | $545,611,040 | $1,035,563,360 | $1,525,513,600 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Coordination | 3.6 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Active Learning | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Administration and Management | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.6 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.4 |
| Communications and Media | 3.3 |
| Education and Training | 3.2 |
| Sales and Marketing | 3.2 |
| Mathematics | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school | 34.8% |
| Bachelor's degree | 24.5% |
| High school diploma | 23.3% |
| Associate's degree | 8.7% |
| Some college | 5.5% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 3.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Attend scheduled practice or training sessions.
- Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
- Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
- Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance.
- Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
- Lead teams by serving as captain.
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