Summary
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Quick Facts: Social and Community Service Managers | |
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$57,950 per year
$27.86 per hour |
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Bachelor’s degree | |
1 to 5 years | |
None | |
134,100 | |
27% (Faster than average) | |
35,800 |
What Social and Community Service Managers Do
Social and community service managers coordinate and supervise social service programs and community organizations. They direct and lead staff who provide services to the public.
Work Environment
Social and community service managers work for nonprofit organizations, private for-profit social service agencies, and government agencies. Most work full time.
How to Become a Social and Community Service Manager
Social and community service managers need at least a bachelor’s degree and some work experience. However, many employers prefer candidates who have a master’s degree.
Pay
The median annual wage of social and community service managers was $57,950 in May 2010.
Job Outlook
Employment of social and community service managers is expected to grow by 27 percent from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for all occupations. Growth is expected because increases in the aging population, increases in demand for substance abuse treatment, and overall population growth.
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