Overview
Policy researchers, consultants and program officers in recreation, sports and fitness oversee and administer recreation, sports and fitness programs and activities, provide consulting services, conduct research and develop programs and policies related to recreation, sports and physical fitness. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, recreation, sports, fitness and health care facilities, retirement homes, community centres, sports and fitness consulting firms and organizations, or they may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Recreation, sports and fitness consultants
Provide expert advice and consulting services to communities, corporations, institutions, sports associations, community groups, corporations, schools and other organizations in the design, development and administration of sports programs and activities
They may write proposals and public relations statements for corporations, industry and the fitness community.
Recreation, sports and fitness policy analysts
Conduct research and develop government policies related to recreation, sports, fitness and athletic safety and standards.
Recreation, sports and fitness program supervisors
Develop, plan and coordinate sports, fitness and recreation programs, and special sporting events.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$53,475
$62,568
$77,522
Job openings
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British Columbia
366expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
A university degree in recreation administration, sports administration, physical education, kinesiology or related discipline combined with some work experience in a related field or a college diploma in a recreation, sports or fitness program combined with some experience in a related field is required.
Recreation, sports and fitness program supervisors require experience as program leaders or instructors in recreation, sports and fitness. Certification in program specialization, such as fitness or lifesaving, may also be required.
Additional information
Mobility among recreation, sports and fitness consultants may be restricted within individual area of expertise.
Recreation, sports and fitness program supervisors may progress to recreation, sports and fitness management positions with experience.
Certification requirements
Optional: The following certification are optional to practice as Recreation, sports and fitness policy researchers, consultants and program officers in B.C.
- Membership with the British Columbian Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA)
Membership with the British Columbian Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA)
Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.
To work as a consultant, officer or researcher related to sport, recreation or fitness in B.C., you may choose to register as a member with the British Columbian Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA). Contact the association to initiate the membership process.
Work Experience
Work experience required
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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