Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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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Wellness Coordinator - Torrance

  • The Joint
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Torrance, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Front Desk Coordinator - Part Time Location: Torrance, CA A better way to deliver care starts here! The Joint Chiropractic is revolutionizing access to care by delivering high-quality, affordable...

In Person

Personal Training Director

  • Fitness Ventures
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Provide member service and support related to fitness servicing issues. Assist members and encourage their involvement in fitness services....

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Activity Coordinator - ALZ

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

Promoting resident participation through regularly scheduled high-quality activities, excursions, special events, guest speakers, movie showings, exercise sessions, the establishment of clubs, games...

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Recreation Coordinator (Open-Competitive)

  • City of El Segundo
  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Under limited supervision, plans, coordinates, and implements a variety of community recreation programs, community center activities, teen center activities, aquatic programs and facilities, and special...

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Recreation Leader I

  • City of Gardena
  • Gardena, CA (6 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gardena, CA (6 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Under general direction, performs responsible, semi-professional recreation work leading and directing a wide variety of organized recreation activities and programs; supervises recreation...

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Senior Recreation Leader II - Senior and Social Services

  • City of La Mirada
  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • La Mirada, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Possession of CPR, AED, and First Aid certificates are required within the first month of employment....

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Recreation Leader

  • City of Lawndale
  • Lawndale, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawndale, CA (8 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Ability to : Exercise appropriate judgement; maintain and establish effective and cooperative working relationships; communicate effectively in writing and orally, and reason logically and creatively...

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Activity Coordinator - ALZ

  • Oakmont Management Group
  • Brea, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brea, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 11 days ago

social atmosphere throughout the secured Traditions area Promoting resident participation through regularly scheduled high quality activities excursions special events guest speakers movie showings exercise...

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Recreation Leader - Museum (Part-Time)

  • City of Lomita
  • Lomita, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lomita, CA (13 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Incumbents are expected to exercise routine judgment within established policies and procedures and refer more complex or difficult matters to supervisory personnel....

In Person Part Time

Operations & Events Coordinator (Part-time)

  • Southern California College Attainment Network (SoCal CAN)
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 days ago

Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality....

Remote Part Time

Senior Recreation Leader

  • City of Diamond Bar
  • Diamond Bar, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Immediate Openings: - One positions are available at City Hall supporting Youth Programs, Special Events and Sports/Field Operations. - One position is available at the Diamond Bar Center...

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Recreation Leader III (SFSP)

  • City of Pico Rivera
  • Pico Rivera, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Pico Rivera, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 20 days ago

The amenities include 100 acres of parks and open spaces, swimming pool, athletic fields, walking paths, Senior Center, and batting cages....

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Youth Activities -Summer Camp Coordinator

  • Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc. is one of the largest human services providers in California. The agency operates a variety of programs to serve the poor and strives to find permanent...

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Activity Coordinator (Part-time 15 hours per week)

  • Jewish Family Service Of Los Angeles
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 23 days ago

Facilitate and schedule contracted activities staff to coordinate both in-person and virtual programming such as exercise classes, recreational classes, clubs, trips, educational lectures, arts & entertainment...

In Person Part Time

Recreation Coordinator (Full-Time)

  • City of Bellflower
  • Bellflower, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Bellflower, CA (9 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Supervision Received and Exercised Receives general supervision from the Recreation Manager....

In Person Full Time

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

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.6%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.4%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.5%
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 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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