Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Marietta, 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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Health And Wellness Coordinator

  • Dunwoody, GA (13 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (13 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Program & Event Coordinator

  • Duluth, GA (22 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (22 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Join Our Team In 2025, USA Today recognized Primerica as a Top Workplace USA for the fifth year in a row, and Newsweek named Primerica one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for the...

Sports Coordinator

  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 days ago

In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics...

Sports and Recreation Program Manager, Esports Program

  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 4 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...

Marketing / Event Coordinator

  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 6 days ago

The Marketing and Office Coordinator will play a crucial role in the smooth functioning of the office management while also coordinating various corporate events and logistics. This position...

Aquatics Manager

  • Decatur, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Decatur, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Catering & Events Coordinator

  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Catering & Events Coordinator (Position start on August 5, 2025) Summary: The Atlanta Athletic Club is seeking a highly organized and customer-focused Catering & Events Coordinator to join our...

Part-Time Recreation Leader - Athletics

  • Marietta, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 10 days ago

Staff will help at special events, community events, recreation centers, tennis centers, aquatic centers, and with other PARKS units when needed....

Part-Time Recreation Leader - Athletics

  • Marietta, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 11 days ago

Staff will help at special events, community events, recreation centers, tennis centers, aquatic centers, and with other PARKS units when needed....

Part-time Recreation Leader

  • Acworth, GA (10 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (10 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary This position provides clerical and customer service support for community center operations. Position Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides customer services by telephone, by...

Communications & Event Coordinator (Temp Role)

  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Purpose of the Role To maintain the consistency, quality, and impact of school communications and marketing efforts during the Communications/Marketing Directors medical leave, supporting internal...

Aquatics Coordinator

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, 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...

Event coordinator

  • Marietta, GA
  • 16 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 16 days ago

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

Event Coordinator / Social Media Manager

  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 18 days ago

Position Summary The Events Coordinator is responsible for providing logistical and tactical support to the Events and Corporate Communications team as well as adult programming (Squash,...

Freelance Onsite Event Coordinator

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 21 days ago

This is an hourly role that must sit local to the Atlanta area and be available to work partial day events and full day events 1 - 2 times per month. Bisnow will provide a calendar with dates for...

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

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Marietta, 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 Marietta, 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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