Athletic Commission Inspector

Also called: Commission Inspector

Works fight nights for a state commission, watching weigh-ins and hand wraps.

A day in the life

An inspector watches fighters wrap their hands, checks gloves, and collects drug test samples on fight night. They also attend weigh-ins and make sure the rules are followed backstage.

Pay over a career

Starting
$15k
Typical
$32k
High
$60k

Approximate.

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

No formal education, about 0 years after high school. Short training from the state athletic commission on rules, hand wraps and weigh-ins; no degree, and many inspectors work part-time.

Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.

Outlook

Growing about average. Steady.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Low risk for 10 years. Watching weigh-ins and hand wraps on fight night is done in person.

Start now, in high school

Classes: Government, Physical education, Business.

Official data: O*NET occupation 33-9099.

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