Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Kentucky

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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Group Fitness Coordinator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago

EQUIPMENT: The person in this position will use a whiteboard, various exercise equipment, and a sound system....

Corrections Recreation Leader

  • Pewee Valley, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Pewee Valley, KY
  • 9 days ago

Ability to work with complex electronic and exercise equipment and provide general maintenance thereto. Should be able to recognize stress on equipment and when repairs are required....

Event Coordinator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 24 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 24 days ago

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Event Coordinator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 27 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 27 days ago

Store - LOUISVILLE-OUTER LOOP, KY Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for...

Sporting Event Coordinator 2024-2025

  • Louisville, KY
  • 29 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 29 days ago

Christian Academy School System Sporting Event Coordinator Scope The Athletic Department exists to develop excellence in athletes so that God is honored in all aspects of their lives and to...

ADON - Wellness Coordinator LPN / RN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can...

Facility and Event Coordinator

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 60+ days ago

TITLE: Facility and Event Coordinator DEPARTMENT: College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources REPORTS TO: Farm Manager CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD STANDARD WORK...

Wellness Coordinator

  • Middletown, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Middletown, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Wellness Coordinator Location: Middletown, KY Wellness Coordinator StoryPoint Middletown Benefits: Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement As a community leader, you are eligible to receive Incentive...

Wellness Coordinator

  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Tim Hortons Foundation Camps help youth from underserved communities achieve their full potential through multi-year, overnight camp experiences. Whether at camp or back home in their communities...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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