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Directors, Religious Activities and Education

Median Salary
50,140
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.

What sectors do they work in?

Private not for profit

99%

Self-employed

1%

Private for profit

0%

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What is the job outlook?

No data available for this section.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$26,840

10%

$50,140

Median

$79,570

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    53%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    21%

  • Associate's degree

    14%

  • Master's degree

    9%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Bible/Biblical Studies
  • Religious Education
  • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
  • Youth Ministry
  • Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling
  • Urban Ministry
  • Lay Ministry
  • Missions/Missionary Studies
  • Bioethics/Medical Ethics
  • Worship Ministry
  • Religious Music and Worship, Other
  • Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
  • Contemplative Studies/Inquiry
  • Chaplain/Chaplaincy Studies
  • Women's Ministry
  • Thanatology

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Philosophy and Theology
  • Education and Training
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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