Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in California

A Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator plays a pivotal role in the fitness and recreation industry. They are responsible for organizing, scheduling, and directing a wide variety of sports and recreational activities. They ensure that these activities cater to people of all ages and skill levels, while promoting the benefits of physical activity for health and wellness. The coordinator also oversees the operation of facilities, manages budgets, and hires and supervises staff. They often collaborate with other community organizations to provide diverse and engaging programs.

Suitable candidates should possess excellent leadership and administrative skills, with a knack for communication and team management. Expertise in planning and executing recreational activities is a must, and they should know how to foster a positive and inclusive environment. Most positions require a degree in recreation management or a related field. Certifications such as the Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) can provide an edge. Before becoming a Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator, an individual might have served as a Recreation Leader, Sports Coach, or a Fitness Instructor, giving them practical experience with group management and program planning.

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Activity Coordinator - Wilmington - Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Ability to work independently and within a team environment and exercise mature judgement....

Activity Coordinator - ALZ

  • El Dorado Hills, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Promoting resident participation through regularly scheduled high-quality activities, excursions, special events, guest speakers, movie showings, exercise sessions, the establishment of clubs, games...

Recreation Coordinator

  • Redlands, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Redlands, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Recreation Coordinator | page has loaded. Skip to main content Menu JOB OPPORTUNITIES Recreation Coordinator APPLY Salary $60,265.00 - $73,253.00 Annually Location Redlands, CA Job Type Full Time...

Recreation Leader I

  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Recreation Leader I Salary $16.50 - $18.19 Hourly Location CA 90232, CA Job Type Part-Time Job Number 00812 Department Parks, Recreation & Community Services Division Recreation Opening Date...

Recreation Leader II

  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Recreation Leader II Salary $19.22 - $21.20 Hourly Location CA 90232, CA Job Type Part-Time Job Number 00804 Department Parks, Recreation & Community Services Division Recreation Opening Date...

Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are: Our story began in 2011 when a group of office workers at a major logistics company in Chicago had a lunch problem. Nearby options were limited and the team was spending too much time...

Recreation Leader

  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 1 day ago

The City of Carpinteria is accepting applications for RECREATION LEADER (PART-TIME) Hourly Rate: $20.10 - $24.43 This recruitment is to fill positions the following part-time seasonal summer...

Event Coordinator

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 1 day ago

Store - S.DG-RANCHO SAN DIEGO, CAPlan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for...

Group Fitness Coordinator

  • San Lorenzo, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated fitness professional with group fitness management experience in addition to teaching experience....

Group Fitness Coordinator (Part Time)

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated fitness professional with group fitness management experience in addition to teaching experience....

Recreation Leader

  • Rialto, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Rialto, CA
  • 2 days ago

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direct supervision from an assigned Recreation Programmer....

Recreation Leader Revised

  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Position 2025 SEASONAL ATTRACTION AND RETENTION PROGRAM The Recreation Leader classification is eligible for the Recreation/Community Services Department's Seasonal Attraction and Retention...

Jack Drago Youth Art Intern (Recreation Leader II) (20607827)

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

San Francisco/Peninsula Close Date Until filled or until 100 applicants Salary $20.07-$20.07 Additional Questionnaires Supplemental About South San Francisco The City of South San Francisco...

Senior Recreation Leader Revised

  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Position 2025 SEASONAL ATTRACTION AND RETENTION PROGRAM The Senior Recreation Leader classification is eligible for the Recreation/Community Services Department's Seasonal Attraction and...

Manager / Event Coordinator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

NOW HIRING: RESTAURANT MANAGER / EVENT COORDINATOR Traxx Restaurant Los Angeles, CA Traxx Restaurant, a long-established, family-run gem located in the heart of Los Angeles, is looking for a...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.7%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
High School or GED
2.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in California
Less than 1 year
35.9%
2-4 years
29.8%
4-6 years
15.2%
1-2 years
14.7%
None
4.3%
8-10 years
0.1%


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