Occupation information for Directors, Religious Activities and Education District Of Columbia

description

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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details

Currently Employed: 170

Projected Annual Job Openings: 20

Typical Hourly Wage: $30.46 - $52.40

Typical Annual Salary: $63,370 - $108,990

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: Less than 5 years work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
  • Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.
  • Counsel individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, or religious problems.
  • Schedule special events, such as camps, conferences, meetings, seminars, or retreats.
  • Collaborate with other ministry members to establish goals and objectives for religious education programs or to develop ways to encourage program participation.
  • Train and supervise religious education instructional staff.
  • Implement program plans by ordering needed materials, scheduling speakers, reserving space, or handling other administrative details.
  • Analyze member participation or changes in congregational emphasis to determine needs for religious education.
  • Analyze revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Attend workshops, seminars, or conferences to obtain program ideas, information, or resources.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Desktop computers
  • Laser printers
  • Mobile phones
  • Notebook computers
  • Personal computers

Technology:
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Electronic mail software
  • Office suite software
  • Web page creation and editing software
  • Word processing software