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Social and Community Service Managers
Description
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.
Common Tasks
- Prepare and maintain records and reports, such as budgets, personnel records, or training manuals.
- Establish and maintain relationships with other agencies and organizations in community to meet community needs and to ensure that services are not duplicated.
- Direct activities of professional and technical staff members and volunteers.
- Evaluate the work of staff and volunteers to ensure that programs are of appropriate quality and that resources are used effectively.
- Establish and oversee administrative procedures to meet objectives set by boards of directors or senior management.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $32.47 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $13.65 and $57.76 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $67,530.83 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $28,397.95 and $120,141.22 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 990 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 19.2% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 1,180.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $30.00 with the median annual salary reaching $63,038.
