Occupation Details
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
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.
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Social
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Enterprising
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Conventional
Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.
Work Values
Achievement
Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
Relationships
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.
Independence
Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
Salary & Job Outlook
Starting Salary
$34,700.00
New York StateMedian Salary
$50,530.00
New York StateExperienced Salary
$69,860.00
New York StateNational Average for Comparison
New York State Job Market Outlook
Jobs Right Now (2018)
6,610
professionals in NYFuture Job Growth (2030)
11,010
+440 jobs/yearNew Jobs Every Year
1,432
new opportunities yearlyGrowth Rate
0.7%
projected increasePreparation: Experience, Training, and Education
The list below outlines the prior educational experience required to perform in this occupation.
Degree Needed - Four-year college
Experience Requirements
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Education Requirements
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Training Details
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Transferrable Skills and Experience
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
School Programs
The following lists school programs which are applicable to this occupation.
Licensing & Certification
State License and Certifications Requirements are not currently associated with this occupation.
Skills
The list below includes the skills required by workers in this occupation; skills are what allow you to learn more quickly and improve your performance.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Social Perceptiveness
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Skill level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Knowledge
The list below includes knowledge items, the principles and facts required by this occupation.
Philosophy and Theology
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Knowledge level is measured on a seven point scale, where one means 'some competence required for this occupation' and seven means 'a high level of expertise required for this occupation'.
Work Environment
The list below includes the physical and social factors that influence the nature of work in this occupation.
Hover over or tap each factor to see its description.
Work Styles
Included in the list below are the personal work style characteristics that can affect how well a worker is likely to perform in this occupation.
Concern for Others
Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
Cooperation
Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Dependability
Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Independence
Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
Initiative
Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
Integrity
Job requires being honest and ethical.
Leadership
Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
Self-Control
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Social Orientation
Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.
Stress Tolerance
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
Tools & Technology
This list below describes the machines, equipment, tools, software, and information technology that workers in this occupation will use.
Tools
- Computer laser printers
- Desktop computers
- Laptop computers
- Personal computers
- Smart phones
Technology
- Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop
- Database software
- Email software
- Event scheduling software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Publisher
- Microsoft Word
- Social media software
- Web browser software
- Website development software
Duties
Duties are job behaviors describing activities that occur on multiple jobs. The generalized and detailed work activities described in the list below apply to this occupation.
- analyze financial data
- analyze member participation or changes in congregation emphasis
- solicit support from officials or public
- promote objectives of institution to associations, agencies, or community groups
- advise clients or customers
- counsel individuals in spiritual matters
- advise individuals regarding marriage, health, finances, or religion
- monitor operational budget
- order or purchase supplies, materials, or equipment
- explain rules, policies or regulations
- develop plans for programs or projects
- make presentations
- use counseling techniques
- use oral or written communication techniques
- use public speaking techniques
- confer with other departmental heads to coordinate activities
- direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
- coordinate activities of assistants
- convert information into instructional program
- coordinate educational content
- develop instructional materials
- select teaching materials to meet student needs
- adapt course of study to meet student needs
- empathize with others during counseling or related services
- plan meetings or conferences
- plan student extra-curricular activities
- adapt activities to meet participant needs
- schedule activities, classes, or events
- determine customer needs
Tasks
The list below outlines specific tasks that a worker in this occupation is called upon to do regularly.
- Identify and recruit potential volunteer workers.
- Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
- Publicize programs through sources, such as newsletters, bulletins, or mailings.
- Train and supervise religious education instructional staff.
- Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.
- Collaborate with other ministry members to establish goals and objectives for religious education programs or to develop ways to encourage program participation.
- Implement program plans by ordering needed materials, scheduling speakers, reserving space, or handling other administrative details.
- Counsel individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, or religious problems.
- Confer with clergy members, congregational officials, or congregational organizations to encourage support of or participation in religious education activities.
- Schedule special events, such as camps, conferences, meetings, seminars, or retreats.
- Analyze member participation or changes in congregational emphasis to determine needs for religious education.
- Attend workshops, seminars, or conferences to obtain program ideas, information, or resources.
- Locate and distribute resources, such as periodicals or curricula, to enhance the effectiveness of educational programs.
- Analyze revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Plan or conduct conferences dealing with the interpretation of religious ideas or convictions.
- Plan fundraising activities for the church.
- Visit congregational members' homes or arrange for pastoral visits to provide information or resources regarding religious education programs.
- Interpret religious education activities to the public through speaking, leading discussions, or writing articles for local or national publications.
- Participate in denominational activities aimed at goals, such as promoting interfaith understanding or providing aid to new or small congregations.
Learning Resources
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