As of July 2026, Coaches and Scouts has an AI-exposure score of 43/100 (Moderate exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.
Score inputs for this role: This role starts from O*NET 29.1 occupational descriptors and is empirically grounded by Penn/OpenAI GPTs are GPTs study, Anthropic Economic Index (June 26, 2026), Felten, Raj and Seamans AIOE index. BLS labor-market figures are separate context, not score inputs.

AI Exposure Score for

Coaches and Scouts

43/100
Moderate exposure
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More exposed than 15% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$47,320. About 41,800 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 - growth plus replacement).

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Role snapshot

What this role usually involves

O*NET 29.1 exact occupation

Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

Common titles
Basketball CoachCoachFootball CoachTrack and Field CoachBaseball CoachCross Country Coach
O*NET job-zone preparation
Job Zone 4 · Considerable Preparation Needed Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.

Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.

Skills and knowledge
InstructingSpeakingMonitoringCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingReading Comprehension
Tools and technology
C++FacebookGoogle DocsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Outlook
Work context
Frequent contact with othersEmail useIndoor controlled settingFace-to-face discussionsDecision latitude

Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Coaches and Scouts, SOC 27-2022.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.

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Coaches and Scouts tasks, by AI exposure

Automatable

No automatable tasks identified for this role - its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as durable (90%).

Augmentable
  • Contact the parents of players to provide information and answer questions.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and travel with team to away contests.
Durable
  • Evaluate athletes' skills and review performance records to determine their fitness and potential in a particular area of athletics.
  • Perform activities that support a team or a specific sport, such as participating in community outreach activities, meeting with media representatives, and appearing at fundraising events.
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Adjacent career paths

This role is already among lower-exposure work. The adjacent paths below are shown for opportunity and skill transfer, not as lower-exposure alternatives.

Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials
80% skills overlap; 7 points higher - higher exposure; Elevated band; ~US$40,710
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Coaches and Scouts - median pay by US state (BLS OEWS, USD)

New York: US$59,920California: US$47,660Texas: US$36,510

Median annual wage, in USD. US national: US$47,320. More states are being added.

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