Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Palo Alto, 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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Wellness Coordinator Job San Jose, CA

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love this Wellness Coordinator Job! Are you energized by a fast-paced, collaborative environment? If youre highly organized, detail-oriented, and great at managing your time,...

Wellness Coordinator II - Health & Wellness - Scott Lane (QSS 9176)

  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Welcome to Santa Clara Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in Santa Clara Unified School District. Our employees work together to support graduates who are resilient,...

Recreation Coordinator

  • Los Gatos, CA (17 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (17 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

REPOST SUMMARY: Under general supervision of a Recreation Manager, the Coordinator is responsible for developing and administering programs related to a variety of Department activities including: aquatics...

Recreation Leader

  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title : Recreation Leader, After School Program Classification Title: Hourly-Non-Exempt Status: Part-Time Department: After School Program (ASP) Supervisor: K-8 Child Care Director Primary...

Activity Coordinator - ALZ

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, 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...

Recreation Leader I-II

  • East Palo Alto, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago

We are seeking enthusiastic, empathetic, and inspirational team players to serve as RECREATION LEADER I-II (1-Full-time and Multiple Part-time as needed) Pay: $17.97 - $23.31 Hourly Deadline to...

Activity Coordinator - Full Time

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 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...

Event Coordinator - Private Events

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

ASM GLOBAL, the leader in privately managed public facilities has an excellent and immediate opening for an Event Coordinator at ASM GLOBAL Oakland Arena & Oakland/Alameda County Coliseum. JOB...

Recreation Coordinator I/II (20644674)

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

City contributes $45 per pay period matching contribution to a 457 plan Section 125 Flex Benefit: Un-reimbursed Medical and Child Care Transportation Incentive Program Reduced fee for City Recreation fitness...

RECREATION: Temporary Assistant Recreation Coordinator - Administration, Marketing & Events

  • Sunnyvale, CA (8 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (8 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

For positions in Aquatics: Within 6 months of appointment, possession of American Red Cross Lifeguard Manager, American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor, and Certified Pool Operator...

Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 17 days 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...

Youth Sports Program Coordinator - East Bay

  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (23 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 17 days ago

ANTS Sports is hiring a Youth Sports Program Coordinator to help support our continued growth across the Bay Area. This position will oversee our programs in the San Leandro / San Lorenzo /...

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Operations and Events Coordinator Hybrid Opportunity

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 18 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....

Operations and Events Coordinator - Hybrid Opportunity Stanford University

  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (1 mile from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 19 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....

Recreation Leader 1 - Facility Attendant

  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (22 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Exercise precautions necessary to ensure the safety of recreation program participants and spectators....

Demographic Data for Palo Alto, CA

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.8%
Master's Degree
22.3%
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 Program Coordinators in Palo Alto, 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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