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Recreation Officer

OSCA 411931·ANZSCO 272612

Employed

1,500

Part-time share

41.9%

Female share

59.2%

Median age

38 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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About this career

Plans, organises and coordinates recreation facilities and programs through various organisations, such as local governments, schools, religious bodies and youth organisations, to promote physical, social and emotional wellbeing within communities.

What they typically do

  • Assists to establish and administer neighbourhood houses, community groups, employment training programs and other services
  • Organises and promotes local sporting, social, recreational, cultural and educational activities and programs in local community groups
  • Assists and supports individuals to participate in community activities
  • Researches and identifies issues of local need, concerns and aspirations through community consultation
  • Delivers integrated projects, plans and policies that guide the management and use of open spaces, sportsgrounds and recreational facilities
  • Organises point of sale and hire agreements, and provides information to staff, sporting teams, and community and corporate groups on matters relating to community sport, grounds and reserves
  • Provides training and support to staff including voluntary workers running groups in halls, schools and places of worship
  • May evaluate the effectiveness of programs and activities, and use this information to provide feedback for the improvement and development of programs

Where they work

Public Administration and Safety

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
30.6%
VIC
24.5%
QLD
19.4%
WA
11.6%
SA
6.1%
NT
3.1%
ACT
2.7%
TAS
2%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Recreation Officer.