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1491 Arts, Culture and Sports Administrators

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

1491 Arts, Culture and Sports Administrators

Plan, organise, direct and control artistic, cultural, library, recreational and sporting programs and services.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

149131 Arts Administrator or Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls, coordinates and promotes artistic and cultural policies, programs, projects and services.

Specialisations

  • Art Gallery Director
  • Community Arts Centre Manager
  • Cultural Centre Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans and develops artistic and cultural policies and programs
  • Organises artistic and cultural events and exhibitions
  • Negotiates with artists and performers regarding contracts and agreements
  • Collaborates with artists and cultural organisations
  • Manages budgets, keeps financial records, and assists with taxation requirements
  • Designs, writes and shares marketing materials such as newsletters, social media posts and advertisements
Occupation

149132 Library Services Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and evaluates the operations of a library or library system.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Ensures effective planning for the provision of high quality library services within identified priorities and community needs
  • Leads, directs and coordinates staff and the allocation of resources
  • Manages risk, budget, resources and facilities, and continuously improves the cost effective and efficient provision of library services
  • Directs the investigation, evaluation and implementation of new and alternative methods of service delivery
  • Manages, develops and evaluates print, audio visual and electronic collections to ensure that they meet community needs
  • Oversees the selection, training and performance of staff
  • Develops strategic plans and policies, and prepares budget submissions and briefings
Occupation

149133 Sports Administrator

Leads, manages, plans, organises, directs, controls and promotes a sporting organisation and associated sport and recreational activities.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Leads, manages and oversees the operations of a sporting organisation
  • Manages the organisation and coordination of sporting events, competitions and tournaments
  • Oversees the development of policies related to sport and recreational activities
  • Promotes and markets sport and recreational programs and events
  • Manages budgets and controls financial resources for a sporting organisation and associated sport and recreational activities
  • Recruits, trains and supervises staff and volunteers involved in sport and recreational activities
Occupation

149199 Arts, Culture and Sports Administrators nec

This occupation group covers Arts, Culture and Sports Administrators not elsewhere classified.

Skill level: 1

Occupations in this group include:

  • Bishop
  • Museum Director
  • Recording Studio Manager