Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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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Raritan Bay Area YMCA

Aquatics Coordinator

lessons, maintaining aquatic facilities, training aquatic staff, implementing and conducting a diversified aquatics program and aquatics events, and performing other departmental activities as required...

Event Coordinator- Financial Services (JM18-184225511)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Full Job DescriptionOur client is looking for an Event Coordinator to join their team!This is an onsite role in Manhattan, and travel is required 25% of the time! You must be able to work OT as...

Aquatics Coordinator

  • Red Bank, NJ (23 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ (23 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The dynamic aquatics department at Red Bank YMCA and Camp Zehnder is looking for a motivated Aquatics Coordinator!...

Onsite Corporate Event Coordinator (Summer Temporary Position)

  • Jersey City, NJ (5 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (5 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers. By delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through...

Event Coordinator- Financial Services - JM18-184225510

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Full Job DescriptionOur client is looking for an Event Coordinator to join their team!This is an onsite role in Manhattan, and travel is required 25% of the time! You must be able to work OT as...

American Girl NYC - Community and Event Coordinator (seasonal)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.  Its our heritage and its also our future. Because we dont just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children...

Recreation Coordinator

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

_Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities? Are you interested in working somewhere where you KNOW you are making a...

Recreation Program Director

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

programming for men and women in the Department's care and custody, on housing units and in communal spaces, in city jail facilities (including but not limited to facilitating sports and games, movement, fitness...

OMH Resident Wellness Coordinator - Full-time;4205-208-N

  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and...

Recreation Coordinator (Springfield Family Shelter)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Recreation Coordinator (Springfield Family Shelter) Job Locations US-NY-Springfield Job ID 2025-13920 Category Community and Social Services Compensation Salary is $18.72/HR Type Regular Full-Time...

Event Coordinator

  • Woodbridge, NJ (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Event Coordinator supports the sales department in executing the important behind-the-scenes administrative functions that keep the Store functioning...

Seasonal Citywide Special Events Coordinator

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 15 days ago

NYC Parks is the steward of nearly 30,000 acres of land - 14 percent of New York City - including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to...

Workplace Experience & Events Coordinator - NYC

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion....

Event Coordinator - Part Time

  • Bloomfield, NJ (12 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (12 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Company Overview: Kitchen Tune-Up specializes in unique, custom products and services highly sought after by homeowners. As a locally operated business supported by a national franchise with over...

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OMH Resident Wellness Coordinator - Full-time; 4226-202-N

  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Brooklyn, NY 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 Brooklyn, NY
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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