Description
Perform a variety of attending duties at amusement or recreation facility. May schedule use of recreation facilities, maintain and provide equipment to participants of sporting events or recreational pursuits, or operate amusement concessions and rides.
Interests
- Conventional
- Social
- Realistic
Work Values
- Support
- Independence
- Relationships
Work Styles
- Concern for Others
- Cooperation
- Dependability
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Self-Control
Tasks
- Sell tickets and collect fees from customers.
- Provide information about facilities, entertainment options, and rules and regulations.
- Keep informed of shut-down and emergency evacuation procedures.
- Direct patrons to rides, seats, or attractions.
- Monitor activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures, or arrange for the removal of unruly patrons.
Work Activities
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
- Getting Information
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Thinking Creatively
Detailed Work Activities
- Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Technology Skills
- Spreadsheet software
- Electronic mail software
- Desktop publishing software
- Operating system software
- Data base user interface and query software
Abilities
- Speech Clarity
- Oral Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
- Speech Recognition
Skills
- Speaking
- Service Orientation
- Active Listening
- Social Perceptiveness
Knowledge
- Customer and Personal Service
- English Language
- Public Safety and Security
- Administration and Management
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Certified Park and Recreation ExecutiveCertifying Organization
National Recreation and Park Association
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Certified Special Events ProfessionalCertifying Organization
International Live Events Association
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Park OperatorCertifying Organization
National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Playground Safety InspectorCertifying Organization
National Recreation and Park Association
Type
Specialty
Certificate name
EPA Amusement Operators Safety CertificationCertifying Organization
Event Planners Association
Type
Core
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $24,997 |
| Median (50%) | $30,951 |
| High (90%) | $50,049 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $39,458 |
| Mid Level | $75,044 |
| Senior Level | $102,468 |
| Expert Level | $126,014 |
Employability
There are currently 381,500 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 398,600 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 5%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 5%
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