Coaches and Scouts
SOC Code: 27-2022 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Coaches and Scouts. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvallis, OR | $92,768,000 | $239,630,560 | $386,491,040 | $533,353,600 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $63,044,800 | $169,665,600 | $276,286,400 | $382,907,200 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $62,545,600 | $163,161,440 | $263,779,360 | $364,395,200 |
| Iowa City, IA | $46,009,600 | $150,827,040 | $255,646,560 | $360,464,000 |
| Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $50,481,600 | $144,206,400 | $237,931,200 | $331,656,000 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $63,086,400 | $152,449,440 | $241,814,560 | $331,177,600 |
| Green Bay, WI | $62,816,000 | $148,767,840 | $234,721,760 | $320,673,600 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $43,992,000 | $135,657,600 | $227,323,200 | $318,988,800 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $72,592,000 | $149,073,600 | $225,555,200 | $302,036,800 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA | $51,833,600 | $130,339,040 | $208,846,560 | $287,352,000 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE CELTIC LLC | 16 | $54,891 |
| STA Support Institute | 15 | $96,160 |
| Precision Sport Science LLC | 15 | $38,239 |
| Maestro Soccer, LLC | 11 | $40,413 |
| Arizona State University | 11 | $57,493 |
| Sports Training Academy, LLC | 9 | $58,789 |
| California State University, Sacramento | 8 | $68,425 |
| David Ensignia Tennis Academy | 8 | $45,148 |
| Kent State University | 7 | $47,503 |
| Canas Tennis Academy LLC | 7 | $52,857 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 22 | $71,047 |
| 2021 | 61 | $48,708 |
| 2022 | 66 | $47,767 |
| 2023 | 138 | $51,520 |
| 2024 | 274 | $57,206 |
| 2025 | 324 | $58,458 |
| 2026 | 39 | $63,421 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.8 | |
| Speaking | 4.4 | |
| Monitoring | 4.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Education and Training | 3.8 |
| English Language | 3.7 |
| Administration and Management | 3.6 |
| Psychology | 3.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.5 |
| Communications and Media | 3.2 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 3.2 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 48.9% |
| Doctoral degree | 19.4% |
| Associate's degree | 17.4% |
| High school diploma | 8.9% |
| Less than high school | 3.6% |
| Post-first professional | 1.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Plan, organize, and conduct practice sessions.
- Plan strategies and choose team members for individual games or sports seasons.
- Adjust coaching techniques, based on the strengths and weaknesses of athletes.
- Instruct individuals or groups in sports rules, game strategies, and performance principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve desired results.
- Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of opposing teams to develop game strategies.
- Evaluate athletes' skills and review performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a particular area of athletics.
- Keep abreast of changing rules, techniques, technologies, and philosophies relevant to their sport.
- Monitor athletes' use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use.
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