Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Oakland, CA

A Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator oversees the development and execution of a variety of sports and recreational programs. They are responsible for organizing events, managing daily operations, coordinating staff, preparing budgets, and promoting the program to increase participation. This role involves ensuring all program activities adhere to regulations and safety standards, developing schedules, and evaluating the effectiveness of programs to ensure they meet the needs of participants.

To be successful in this role, a Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator should have strong leadership skills, excellent organizational abilities, and good communication and interpersonal skills. A bachelor's degree in sports management, recreation, or a related field is typically required. Some roles may also require experience in the industry and specific certifications, such as CPR or first aid training. Before becoming a Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator, a person may have roles such as a Sports Coach, Recreation Assistant, or Fitness Instructor.

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Recreation Leader - San Francisco Recreation & Parks (3279, TEX As-Needed)

  • City & County of San Francisco (CA)
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Aquatics - Includes swim lessons for all ages, Water Exercise programs, and waterfront sports....

In Person

Recreation Leader II/III (Friendship Club Youth Programs)

  • City of Albany (CA)
  • Albany, CA (8 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, CA (8 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Possession of, or ability to obtain, CPR/AED certificates....

In Person

Aquatics Coordinator - Palo Alto

  • YMCA of Silicon Valley
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Currently certified in CPR/AED and first aid, or be certified within 30 days of hire....

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Activity Coordinator - ALZ

  • Ivy Park
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Promoting resident participation through regularly scheduled high-quality activities, excursions, special events, guest speakers, movie showings, exercise sessions, the establishment of clubs, games...

In Person

Recreation Leader II (Nutrition Program Asst)

  • City of El Cerrito
  • El Cerrito, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within...

In Person Part Time

Recreation Leader I, II, III (Facility Attendant)

  • City of Millbrae
  • Millbrae, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Millbrae, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Definition: Under supervision, to provide facility support to recreation programs, activities or services; understands and adheres to facility policies and procedures; and performs related work as...

In Person Part Time

Activity Coordinator - ALZ

  • Oakmont Management Group
  • Burlingame, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 20 days ago

social atmosphere throughout the secured Traditions area Promoting resident participation through regularly scheduled high quality activities excursions special events guest speakers movie showings exercise...

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Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator

  • YMCA of Greater San Francisco
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Careers by Empowering Futures, Building Communities Imagine going to work each day knowing that your efforts positively impact individuals and communities. As a global movement and the nation's...

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Recreation Leader III - Sports

  • City of Pleasanton
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Get in the game with Pleasanton Sports! The City of Pleasanton is seeking dependable, energetic, and experienced recreation professionals to serve as Recreation Leader III - Sports and help keep...

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Director of Programs, IRiSS

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits. Discovery and fun....

Remote

Health & Wellness Coordinator

  • YMCA of Greater San Francisco
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Work up to 20 hours in direct service, conducting wellness orientations, teaching group exercise classes, and engaging members in their health and fitness goals....

In Person Part Time

Tot Time Substitute Teacher (Senior Recreation Leader) (20487270)

  • City of Union City, CA
  • Union City, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Union City, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

East Bay Job Type Seasonal Close Date Continuous Salary $18.86-$22.92 Hourly Additional Questionnaires None About Union City A Good Place to Live The City of Union City, is a recipient of the 1999...

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Summer Recreation Leader

  • City of Emeryville, CA
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Education, Education, or a related field is desirable Licenses and Certifications: A valid California Driver's License, with a satisfactory driving record may be required A valid certification in CPR...

In Person

Recreation Leader II - Sports

  • City of Dublin (CA)
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Work is performed with limited supervision and requires the exercise of judgement within established policies, procedures, and guidelines....

In Person

Resident Services & Wellness Coordinator - Bilingual (Cantonese/Mandarin)

  • EBALDC
  • Oakland, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 60+ days ago

residents to healthcare, food access, financial assistance, and public benefits Plan and lead community programs, workshops, and engagement activities Coordinate wellness initiatives (health education, fitness...

In Person

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.6%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.4%
High School or GED
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Oakland, CA
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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