Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Lincolnshire, IL

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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Event Coordinator (Full-Time)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 14 hours 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...

Event Coordinator

  • Gurnee, IL (13 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (13 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 4 days ago

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

Event Coordinator/Catering Sales - Delivered Food Team

  • Morton Grove, IL (12 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (12 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 4 days ago

PURPOSE The Event Coordinator is a key sales position responsible for the administration, assessment, development and communication needed to manage leads, service customers, input orders and...

Health & Wellness Coordinator

  • Gurnee, IL (13 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (13 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Health & Wellness Coordinator! The HWC is a nurse leader who supports clinical operations alongside our Health & Wellness Director. This...

Director, Programs

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Must have the utmost integrity and an ability to process, protect and exercise discretion in handling confidential information and materials....

ADON Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Northbrook, IL (6 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (6 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 7 days ago

ADON Health and Wellness Coordinator 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars 4501 Concord Ln, Northbrook, IL 60062 $30.80 - $39.23 an hour - Part-time Brookdale Senior Living Inc. 7,941 reviews $30.80 - $39.23 an...

Event Coordinator PT

  • Crystal Lake, IL (20 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (20 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 8 days ago

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

Fitness Program Manager

  • Lake Forest, IL (4 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (4 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Prefer candidate with Water Safety Instructor Certification. Extensive contact with residents, visitors and staff. Standing, exercising and walking most of the day....

Athletic Program Administrator, Elementary Sports

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure...

Event Coordinator, Creative Arts/Media

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Pattern Promotions (Chicago,IL) Event Coordinator Job Title: Event Coordinator Company: Pattern Promotions Location: Chicago, IL Salary: $24 - $30 per hour Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time About...

Store Event Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Store - CHI-CHICAGO/BUCKTOWN, ILPlan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests....

2nd Shift ADON Wellness Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best...

Youth Sports Program Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Youth Sports Program Coordinator i9 Sports NE Cook County IL Chicago, Illinois 1 day ago Quick Job type Part-time Quick Job description i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics...

Clubhouse Recreation Leader

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (2 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (2 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Complimentary membership to the Buffalo Grove Fitness Center. Program Duration: August 2025 - June 2026. Mandatory Training Dates: August 6 - August 8, 2025....

Birthday Party & Event Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Lincolnshire, IL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Lincolnshire, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Lincolnshire, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.8%
Master's Degree
22.2%
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 Lincolnshire, IL
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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