Accommodation, travel, tourism and related services supervisors
Career Overview
Supervisors in this unit group:
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of hotel accommodation service clerks, theatre ushers and attendants, reservation clerks, sports and recreation club workers, commissionaires, security guards and other service workers not elsewhere classified
- Work for service establishments throughout the public and private sectors
Job Titles
Duties
Accommodation, travel, tourism and related services supervisors perform some or all of the following duties:
- Co-ordinate, assign and review the work of hotel, motel and other accommodation services clerks, casino workers, reservation clerks and other travel and accommodations workers not elsewhere classified
- Create work schedules and procedures and coordinate activities with other work units or departments
- Solve work-related problems and prepare and submit progress and other reports
- Hire and train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
- Order supplies and materials
- Make sure computer systems, equipment and machinery operate properly, and arrange maintenance and repair work
- May perform the same duties as workers supervised
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
570% Employed Full Time
42%Key aspects of the work in this occupation:
- Work takes place in a normal indoor environment
- Work may also take place outdoors in various weather conditions
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is usually required
- Completion of college courses related to the area supervised may be required
- Experience in the occupation supervised is usually required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Academic/Basic Upgrading
Skills
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
570Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 10 | 1.8% |
| Kootenay | 10 | 1.8% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 340 | 59.6% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 15 | 2.6% |
| Northeast | 0 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 115 | 20.2% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 85 | 14.9% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
360Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | Not available | Not available |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 250 | 1.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 10 | 4.3% |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 50 | 1.8% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 40 | 1.5% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation and Food Services | 200 |
| Information, Culture and Recreation | 90 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | 40 |
| Business, Building and Other Support Services | 20 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 10 |
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