Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Colorado

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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Alumni and Career Services Event Coordinator

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • moments ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • moments ago

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY Title (Function): Alumni and Career Services Event Coordinator Department: Alumni Association Reporting To: Assistant Director of Career Services and Alumni...

ADON Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

LPN/RN-ADON Wellness Coordinator $5,000 Sign on Bonus

  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO
  • 1 day ago

$5,000 Sign on Bonus! Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can...

Event Coordinator - Part Time-1

  • Thornton, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 2 days ago

Store - DEN-THORNTON, CO Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests....

Aquatics Manager

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 2 days ago

This role will be responsible for overseeing the Fort Collins Club Aquatics facilities....

Sports Coordinator

  • Woodland Park, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodland Park, CO
  • 2 days ago

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Volunteer coaches, scorekeepers, sports site supervisors, lead trainers and sports officials, and other personnel as assigned....

Health & Wellness Coordinator ($27.15 to $32.75 / hour)

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 4 days ago

Company Description Christian Living Communities (CLC) | Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) are dedicated to and known for shattering the stereotypes of aging services. Our team is revolutionizing...

Health & Wellness Coordinator (Friday- Saturday -Sunday)

  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 4 days ago

Company Description Christian Living Communities (CLC) | Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) are dedicated to and known for shattering the stereotypes of aging services. Our team is revolutionizing...

LPN/RN ADON Health and Wellness Coordinator

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 days ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

Staff Wellness Coordinator

  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 8 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO
  • 8 days ago

Implement a wide range of wellbeing activities such as health screenings, events, seminars, flu shots, and fitness and well-being classes....

Event Coordinator

  • Westminster, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Westminster, CO
  • 14 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...

LPN/RN-Health & Wellness Coordinator

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 16 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 16 days ago

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be: Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families. Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members....

LPN/RN -ADON Wellness Coordinator $3,000 Bonus

  • Arvada, CO
  • 16 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 16 days ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

Recreation Coordinator 2- Aquatics Operations (FT)

  • Parker, CO
  • 16 days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 16 days ago

Instructor Water Safety Instructor (WSI) AND/OR Swim Lesson Instructor (SLI) Certified Pool Operator (CPO) AND/OR Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) Possession of or the ability to readily obtain the...

Recreation Coordinator 2- Aquatics Operations (FT)

  • Parker, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 23 days ago

Instructor Water Safety Instructor (WSI) AND/OR Swim Lesson Instructor (SLI) Certified Pool Operator (CPO) AND/OR Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO) Possession of or the ability to readily obtain the...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Colorado

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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