Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Irving, TX

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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Recreation Coordinator - Active Adults

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Assists in the planning, promotion, development, implementation and supervision of various programs, activities, aquatics, field trips, transportation, special events, leagues, tournaments and hospitality...

Event Coordinator / Service Team Member

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

Store - NWK-CLARK, NJ 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...

Personal Training Director-Northern Dallas Metroplex

  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Key Position Responsibilities: Responsible for the development of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas strategy for health/wellness classes and group exercise....

Recreation Leader PT

  • Farmers Branch, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmers Branch, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 days ago

, office, and coffee supplies are on hand and stocked; providing information and tours to new customers; fielding requests, complaints, and answering questions; providing guidance to members about fitness...

Event Coordinator/Cashier

  • Irving, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 8 days ago

Store - DEKALB, 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. Deliver...

Recreation Leader - Front Desk/Kidzone

  • Little Elm, TX (24 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 12 days ago
  • Little Elm, TX (24 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 12 days ago

Areas of assignment may include Recreation Center Front Desk/Kidzone, Fitness Area, Senior Center, and Athletics....

Event Coordinator

  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY: The Event Coordinator supports the sales department in executing the important behind-the-scenes administrative functions that keep the Store functioning...

Party Event Coordinator

  • Irving, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 20 days ago

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

Athletics/Aquatics Coordinator

  • Mesquite, TX (19 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (19 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 21 days ago

Salary: $16.83/hr. minimum - $24.31/hr. max (Depending on qualifications) Assist the Athletics/Aquatics Supervisor with all aspects of athletic and/or aquatic programming....

Recreation Leader II

  • Rowlett, TX (23 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 24 days ago
  • Rowlett, TX (23 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 24 days ago

assistance with special facility rentals including the Birthday Party package, maintain program and facility marketing throughout the facility, maintain cleanliness throughout the facility, ensures fitness...

Recreation Coordinator Assistant I PT - Hospitality

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Serves as support to The REC, Active Adults, athletics, aquatics, outdoor recreation classes/camps, Hospitality Services, Lake Parks or special events....

Recreation Coordinator Assistant II - Hospitality

  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grapevine, TX (10 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Serves as support to the Parks and Recreation department in various roles under The REC, Active Adults, Athletics, Aquatics, Outdoor Recreation classes/camps, Hospitality Services, Lake...

Event Coordinator /Customer service

  • Irving, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 30+ days ago

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

Recreation Coordinator

  • Watauga, TX (18 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Watauga, TX (18 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Ability to exercise discretion and judgment when dealing with confidential information. Ability to handle multiple tasks with effective customer relations....

Benefits and Wellness Coordinator

  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, TX (17 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits and Wellness Coordinator | Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinator Jobs in Irving, TX

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Activity Coordinators in Irving, TX 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 Irving, TX
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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