Sports administrators manage sports clubs or associations, undertaking activities such as promoting their sport, obtaining corporate sponsorship and refining the rules and structure of their sport.
Duties and Tasks
Sports administrators may perform the following tasks:
talk to clients and conduct research to determine their needs
develop programs and services that meet client needs
consult widely to develop short- and long-term business plans for their sport
supervise the design, planning and maintenance of sport and recreation facilities
make sure facilities conform to fire and other safety standards
plan and organise sporting events
supervise office, facility and/or program staff
identify staff training needs
coordinate the business activities of the sport, or of the club
report to various committees and/or government agencies
Sports administrators usually work with a voluntary board or committee to develop strategies and programs to achieve the aims and policies of the club or association.
Personal Requirements
a strong interest in sport and recreation
good communication and interpersonal skills
sound business ability
must be prepared to travel and work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
This information is based on the 2006 census conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Earnings of persons working full-time and part-time, 2006
Other Specialist Managers
Employment Status
Weekly Income ($)
Full-time
1,474
Part-time
911
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This information is based on the Employee Earnings, Benefits and Trade Union Membership survey conducting annually by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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