Recreation coordinator directors
work for social organizations, local and state government agencies, amusement parks, and arts and entertainment and sporting facilities. They primarily develop calendars of activities, concerts or sporting events for members or patrons in their organizations or communities. Subsequently, they book or confirm various activities with members and performers, then coordinate all functions and supplies needed on the days of activity, including tickets, schedule dates, field or park locations. These professionals usually earn annual salaries.
Average Salary and Benefits
Recreation coordinator directors earned average annual salaries of $40,000, according to July 2009 data from Indeed.com. Their salaries are usually contingent upon experience, the areas in which they work and the size of their companies. Like other recreation professionals, they typically receive benefits such as medical and life insurance, paid vacations and holidays, sick leave and retirement savings plans. Those working for entertainment or amusement parks sometimes receive free passes to parks or events, as well as housing arrangements and free transportation, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Salary by State
Recreation coordinator directors' salaries can vary considerably by state. For example, those in the District of Columbia earned the highest annual salaries, among the states listed, at $45,000, according to Indeed.com. They also earned relatively high salaries in Connecticut, coming in at $42,000 per year. Those in Texas earned closer to average salaries at $38,000 annually, while those in Ohio and Colorado earned slightly less, at $37,000 and $35,000 per year, respectively. Indeed.com estimates its salary figures to within the nearest $1,000.
Highest-Paying Cities
Recreation coordinator directors tend to earn more in cities with more entertainment venues. Salaries in these areas, including the East and West Coasts, may also be higher due to higher living expenses. Those in New York City earned the highest annual salaries, among the cities listed, at $49,000, according to Indeed.com. They earned the second-highest salaries in San Francisco, at $48,000 annually. Those in Boston and Los Angeles also earned salaries above the industry average, at $45,000 and $41,000 per year, respectively.
Job Outlook
Jobs for those in the arts, entertainment and recreation industry, including recreation coordinator directors, are expected to increase 15 percent between 2008 and 2018, according to December 2009 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The number of job increases in recreation will largely be influenced by rising incomes, more leisure time, and awareness and growing interest in health and wellness. The demand for more entertainment establishments such as casinos and museums will also create jobs for recreation coordinator directors.
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