Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

A Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator oversees the development and execution of a variety of sports and recreational programs. They are responsible for organizing events, managing daily operations, coordinating staff, preparing budgets, and promoting the program to increase participation. This role involves ensuring all program activities adhere to regulations and safety standards, developing schedules, and evaluating the effectiveness of programs to ensure they meet the needs of participants.

To be successful in this role, a Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator should have strong leadership skills, excellent organizational abilities, and good communication and interpersonal skills. A bachelor's degree in sports management, recreation, or a related field is typically required. Some roles may also require experience in the industry and specific certifications, such as CPR or first aid training. Before becoming a Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator, a person may have roles such as a Sports Coach, Recreation Assistant, or Fitness Instructor.

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Memory Care Activity Coordinator

  • Whittier, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Whittier, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

rewarding social atmosphere throughout the Community and promote resident participation through regularly scheduled high-quality activities, excursions, special events, guest speakers, movie showings, exercise...

Recreation Leader Seasonal Day Camp (Part-Time)

  • Signal Hill, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Signal Hill, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assist in aquatic activities. Prepare accident/incident reports. Enforce rules and regulations to assure the safety and welfare of participants....

Recreation Leader/Event Staff/Park Attendant (Part-Time)-Various Shifts

  • La Habra, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • La Habra, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

ABOUT THE DIVISION: The Recreation Division oversees special events, trips and tours, youth and adult classes, day camp, aquatics, sport facilities, facility reservations, senior programs, teen programs...

Marketing Event Coordinator - Must Love Dogs

  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Marketing Events Coordinator Torrance Full-Time (Must be available Wed-Sun) Hourly Wage: $26.00 Benefits: Medical, Dental, And Vision Insurance Great Discount on Products and Services Free Small...

Interim Youth Sports Coordinator - Southeast Rio Vista Family YMCA

  • Maywood, CA (3 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Maywood, CA (3 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

For more information about E-Verify, please visit Check Out Our Amazing Benefits: Free Access to All 28 Greater LA Branches : Dive into fun and fitness anytime, anywhere across our vibrant community...

Recreation Leader II

  • Cerritos, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cerritos, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position is limited to 20hrs/wk or 960 hours in a fiscal year See what current employees have to say about their experience in Cerritos! Watch here Under direction, plans, organizes and...

Senior Recreation Leader

  • Westminster, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westminster, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The City of Westminster has two vacancies for a Senior Recreation Leader to assist in our Parks, Playgrounds, and Family Resource Center. Under general supervision, assists in planning,...

Event Coordinator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

OVERVIEW The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is an MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of...

Recreation Leader II

  • San Fernando, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Fernando, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

THE POSITION The City of San Fernando is seeking experienced and responsible professional to become a Recreation Leader II in our Recreation and Community Services Department. Under direction,...

Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Health and Wellness Coordinator 2307 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90057, USA Req #1057 Monday, March 10, 2025 HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by...

Tournament and Golf Events Coordinator

  • Tarzana, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tarzana, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Tournament and Events Coordinator will plan, market, communicate, and coordinate all member and charity golf tournaments. This role will also be involved in the planning and execution of other...

Recreation Leader II - Lifeguard

  • Bell Gardens, CA (3 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bell Gardens, CA (3 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 8 days ago

RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT The City of Bell Gardens Recreation & Community Services Department's vision is to create community through people, parks, and programs. Our...

Recreation Leader I (part-time)

  • Alhambra, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Alhambra, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 9 days ago

We also provide exercise classes, educational seminars, outings, daily lunches, and case management....

Recreation Leader II (part-time)

  • Alhambra, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Alhambra, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago

We also provide exercise classes, educational seminars, outings, daily lunches, and case management....

Recreation Leader

  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago

OTHER REQUIREMENTS All candidates must either (a) take and pass the City provided Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certificate course, or (b) possess the Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certificate...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Los Angeles, CA 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 Program Coordinators in Los Angeles, CA
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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