Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Sacramento, 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 I - Sports (Part Time)

  • El Dorado Hills Community Services District
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • El Dorado Hills, CA (23 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Possess and maintain valid Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED issued by the American Red Cross or ability to obtain within 45 days of starting work....

In Person Part Time

Assistant Recreation Coordinator - Expanded Learning Afterschool Program(TK-6th grade)

  • Cosumnes Community Services District
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

This position does not exercise any supervisory responsibilities.Position Overview: The Assistant Recreation Coordinator serves as the on-site lead for an elementary school-based program operated in...

In Person

Activity Coordinator - ALZ - Full Time - Oakmont of Westpark

  • Oakmont Management Group
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 12 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...

In Person Full Time

Special Projects - Event Coordinator (Temporary)

  • Los Rios Community College District
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Special Projects - Event Coordinator (Temporary) Los Rios Community College District $24.00 - $49.99 Hourly temporary employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours they work.click here...

In Person Temporary

Inclusion Recreation Leader I/II (2026)

  • City of Davis
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Inclusion Leader Description: The Inclusion Leader works as a direct support staff that provides 1:1 to shared assistance to campers with disabilities. Inclusion leaders will be assigned to...

In Person

Summer Playgrounds Senior Recreation Leader (2026)

  • City of Davis
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Davis, CA (17 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

SUMMER PLAYGROUNDS SENIOR RECREATION LEADER (CSS III) Description: The City of Davis Parks & Community Services Department offers various summer programs for youth, 6 to 12 years of age. These...

In Person

Camp Recreation Leader

  • City of Sacramento
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direction is provided by a higher-level position. Camp Recreation Leaders do not supervise....

In Person

Aquatics Manager At British Swim School, Elk Grove

  • British Swim School
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids....

In Person

Recreation Leader

  • Sacramento County (CA)
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Knowledge of Fundamental rules, strategies, techniques, and skills of a variety of recreational activities such as athletics, physical fitness, games, arts, crafts, and music....

In Person

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

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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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