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Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling in California

Entertainment and recreation managers plan and oversee activities and operations at facilities such as cruise ships, parks, theaters, and sports venues. They handle scheduling, budgeting, staffing, and ensure guests have quality experiences In California the median pay is $79,550 a year, 0% above the national median of $79,520.

$79,550median pay in California, per year
$63,370–$112,030middle half earn
7,000employed in California
$79,520U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in California

5open roles like this on employer career sites, 2 in California or remote
3employers hiring
0posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in California and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience).

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingMonitoringCoordinationJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

Customer and Personal ServiceEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguagePublic Safety and SecurityAdministration and ManagementPersonnel and Human Resources

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Licenses and training in California

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O*NET-SOC 11-9072.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, California, annual.