Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Social and Community Service Managers to increase by 7.2% between 2024 and 2034, from 231,000 to 247,700 jobs. Its estimate of 18,500 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($80,390), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (Less than 5 years) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
231,000
Projected employment (2034)
247,700
Projected change (2024–2034)
7%
Annual openings (projected average)
18,500
Pay & Preparation
$80,390
Bachelor's degree
Less than 5 years
None
Essential Skills
Service Orientation (4/5) • Social Perceptiveness (4/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (3.88/5) • Complex Problem Solving (3.88/5) • Active Learning (3.88/5) • Critical Thinking (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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