Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Aurora, CO

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 Coordinator, Athletics and Facilities

  • Wheat Ridge, CO (13 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wheat Ridge, CO (13 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Infant/Child/Adult CPR, AED and First Aid certifications required within 45 days of hire. Background check is required....

Recreation Coordinator - Programs

  • Lakewood, CO (14 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (14 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 3 days ago

programming area Responds to public inquiries, concerns, and requests for services in a professional, timely manner Reporting Relationships Supervision Received: Recreation Supervisor - Programs Supervision Exercised...

Recreation Coordinator 1-Facilities (FT)

  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for assisting in the daily operations and maintenance of a multi-use CAPRA accredited recreation facility. To perform this job successfully,...

Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Who We Are: We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powered by technology and a network of over 2,000 restaurants, Fooda feeds hungry...

Recreation Coordinator - Aquatics

  • Aurora, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 9 days ago

WSI (Water Safety Instructor) (Preferred) CPO/AFO (Preferred) Lifeguard Instructor (Preferred) EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g...

Birthday Party and Events Coordinator

  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Westminster, CO (12 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 14 days ago

Store - DEN-WESTMINSTER, CO Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests....

Camp Coordinator

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

Who we are: Colorado Athletic Club Denvers leading upscale athletic, aquatics, tennis and family fitness club with 4 convenient locations across Colorados Front Range....

Event Coordinator Part-Time

  • Sheridan, CO (10 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 29 days ago
  • Sheridan, CO (10 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 29 days ago

Store - DEN-SHERIDAN, CO Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests....

Recreation Leader (Summer Sun Camp)- Licensed Programming

  • Wheat Ridge, CO (13 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wheat Ridge, CO (13 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: American Red Cross Infant/Child/Adult CPR, AED and First Aid certifications are required within 45 days of hire....

Kids Summer Camp Supervisor

  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

/AED certification Ability to tolerate loud noises Ability to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; ability to climb ladders Preferred Requirements Summer camp Supervisor experience Pay This is an...

Recreation Leader - Youth Sports

  • Wheat Ridge, CO (13 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wheat Ridge, CO (13 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Supervision Exercised While this position does not currently supervise direct reports, they may provide oversight to the Recreation Aide....

Event Coordinator - School of Hospitality

  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (2 miles from Aurora, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Event Coordinator - School of Hospitality Event Coordinator - School of Hospitality locations Denver, Colorado time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR103579...

Retail Event Coordinator

  • Aurora, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Store - DEN-AURORA, CO Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests. Deliver...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Aurora, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Aurora, CO 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 Aurora, CO
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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