Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Canton, GA

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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Power Sports Event Coordinator

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 14 hours ago

Power Sports Event Coordinator Requisition ID: 6926 Location: Alpharetta, GA, US, 30005 Workstyle: Onsite Shift: 1st Salary Range: $62,800.00 - $94,100.00 What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda...

Events Coordinator - Career Planning & Development

  • Kennesaw, GA (16 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (16 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 3 days ago

About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50...

Part-Time Recreation Leader - Tennis Unit

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which...

Event Coordinator

  • Dawsonville, GA (24 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Dawsonville, GA (24 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 11 days ago

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

Aquatics Coordinator

  • Canton, GA
  • 15 days ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 15 days ago

REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree in public administration, exercise science or related field OR High school diploma and 1+ years of aquatics experience Must be 21 years of age or older Current lifeguard...

Aquatics Manager

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 21 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: + 1+ years of customer service and/or management experience. + Experience in swimming and fitness teaching/management is preferred....

Aquatics Manager

  • Marietta, GA (19 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (19 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 23 days ago

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

Event Coordinator - Events and Sales (Part Time)

  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 25 days ago

Join Our Team: Part-Time Event Coordinator - City of Sandy Springs Department: Performing Arts Center Location: City Springs (Performing Arts & Conference Center, Heritage Park) Schedule:...

REVELxp - Seasonal Event Coordinator, Georgia Tech

  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (23 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

REVELxp is the national market leading company in game day experiences and hospitality. Our team, with beginnings in ISP Sports and 35+ years of leadership in the sports & entertainment industry...

Event Coordinator

  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (15 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Store - ATL-ALPHARETTA, GAPlan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests....

Medical Assistant / Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Cumming, GA (19 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cumming, GA (19 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

ABOUT US A Specialty Path to Good Health Upperline Health is the nation's largest provider group dedicated to lower extremity, wound and vascular care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of...

Recreation Leader PT Custer Park

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Ability to accept responsibility and exercise judgment. Ability to interact with the public in an effective and courteous manner. Normal hours are varied throughout the week and weekend....

Part-Time Recreation Leader

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from Canton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED preferred; supplemented by experience in any field working with children or as an instructor/coach or athlete.Requires the ability to exercise judgment...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Canton, GA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Canton, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.7%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
High School or GED
2.7%
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 Canton, GA
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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