Recreation Workers

Conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. Organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.

$35,380
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+4% projected 2024–2034
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Recreation workers plan and lead activities that help people enjoy their free time in meaningful ways. They organize sports leagues, arts and crafts sessions, fitness classes, special events, and summer camps for participants of all ages. On any given day, they might set up equipment for a youth soccer game, teach seniors a new craft technique, coordinate a community festival, or lead nature hikes at a park. These professionals work in various settings including community centers, parks, camps, nursing homes, and youth organizations.

Programs That Prepare You

College programs linked to this occupation, ranked by graduate earnings

Outdoor Education(bachelors)Fort Lewis College, CO
$25,514
Outdoor Education(bachelors)Liberty University, VA
$17,960

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