Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in California

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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Recreation Leader I

  • Culver City, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 4 hours 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
  • 4 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 4 hours 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
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours 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
  • 12 hours ago
  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 12 hours 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
  • 19 hours ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 19 hours 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
  • 1 day ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

Recreation Leader

  • Rialto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rialto, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

Recreation Leader Revised

  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day 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...

Aquatics Manager

  • Marina del Rey, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experience in swimming and fitness teaching/management is preferred. A specialist aquatics qualification is desirable, but not required....

Director of Programs I NEW

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

Ability to make good decisions and exercise appropriate judgment that balances customer and Northrop Grumman needs....

Part-Time Wellness Coordinator

  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 days ago

Occasionally may be required to teach various group exercise classes....

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program 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 Program 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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