Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Santa Clara, 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 (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, 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 (8 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (8 miles from Santa Clara, 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...

Activity Coordinator - ALZ

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, 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 (11 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA (11 miles from Santa Clara, 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...

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

  • Sunnyvale, CA (4 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (4 miles from Santa Clara, 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 (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, 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...

Operations and Events Coordinator Hybrid Opportunity

  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, 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....

MTSS Safety and Wellness Coordinator

  • Santa Cruz, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (22 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago

MTSS Safety and Wellness Coordinator Job Summary The MTSS Safety and Wellness Coordinator reports to the Director of Student Services and supports the Director in the implementation of the...

Operations and Events Coordinator - Hybrid Opportunity Stanford University

  • Stanford, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (12 miles from Santa Clara, 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 Coordinator (20640985)

  • Menlo Park, CA (14 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (14 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Assigned areas of program responsibility may include one or more of the following: recreation center operations, childcare, youth and adult sports, aquatics, and/or systems management....

Aquatics Manager/Leader

  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 24 days ago

A proven track record in the world of swimming and fitness teaching/management A specialist aquatics qualification is desirable but not required....

Aquatics Manager

  • Los Gatos, CA (9 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Los Gatos, CA (9 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 24 days ago

In-depth training is provided on the British Swim School aquatics curriculum along with additional training to prepare you for your role!...

Event Coordinator

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 25 days ago

Event Coordinator | Full-Time | Santa Clara Convention Center Location US-CA-Santa Clara Job ID 2025-24231 Location Name Santa Clara Convention Center Category Event Management / Sales Type...

Wellness Coordinator

  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (3 miles from Santa Clara, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Wellness Coordinator Belmont Village Los Gatos ATTACH RESUME(required) By checking this box, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions, Cookies and Privacy policies. You also consent to receive...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, 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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