Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Connecticut

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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Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

  • Hartford, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 7 days ago

Starting annual salary $50,000 will commensurate with experience It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will...

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Recreation Coordinator

  • Farmington, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 8 days ago

Recreation Coordinator Type: Full Time Salary/Pay Rate: $68,371 - $87,735 Posted Date: 07/18/2025 Professionalrecreational supervisory work involving the planningorganizingschedulingimplementing...

Location Detail: Natchaug Journey House (10187) Shift Detail: This position includes evening and weekend hours Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare...

AmeriCorps Member Special Events Coordinator

  • Middletown, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 19 days ago

Job Description Summary: Job Description: Healthy Communities is CHCs Public Health AmeriCorps program designed to create cohesion in vulnerable communities and to promote healthcare and support...

Event Coordinator (Shubert Theatre: New Haven, CT)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 26 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 26 days ago

Primary Function The Event Coordinator for the Shubert Theatre in New Haven CT oversees the daily operations of food and beverage concessions ensuring excellent customer service efficient...

Event Coordinator

  • Windsor, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Event Coordinator LL Global, Inc Windsor, CT For more than a century, LIMRA and LOMA have served as the largest trade association supporting the insurance and related financial services industry....

Sales & Events Coordinator

  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Our local associates benefits including a hot meal in our associate cafeteria, free parking, access to our fitness center and pool, as well as discounts at Hop Scotch Salon....

Event Coordinator- High School Job ID#13368

  • Hartford, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Professional/ Service Coordinator Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts - High School Date Available: 09/02/2025 Closing Date: 06/17/2025   ...

Event Coordinator

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 90+ days ago

Store - Ridgefield, CT 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 Activity Coordinator Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.8%
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 Connecticut
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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