Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Senior Event Coordinator - Georgetown University Law Center Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the...

Consequently, the person in this position must possess excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrate professionalism at all times, and exercise good judgment and discretion....

Senior Event Coordinator - Georgetown University Law Center

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nations capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just...

Event Coordinator - Georgetown University Law Center

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Consequently, the person in this position must possess excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrate professionalism at all times, and exercise good judgment and discretion....

Event Coordinator

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Event Coordinator (Contract) Location: Washington DC (Hybrid 2-3 days/onsite) Industry: Events Coordination Pay: $20-$25/hour Duration: Contract through November 2025 Hours: 37.5 per week...

Fitness Program Manager (part-time, 20 hpw)

  • Washington, DC
  • 23 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 23 days ago

Performs staff responsibilities as appropriate including floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescription, new member facility and equipment orientations, personal training, and group exercise...

Fitness Program Manager (32 hours/week)

  • Washington, DC
  • 23 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 23 days ago

You will also implement and instruct individual and group fitness programs, provide floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescriptions, and orientations....

Event Coordinator

  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago

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

Fitness Program Manager (part-time, 20 hpw)

  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 24 days ago

You will also implement and instruct individual and group fitness programs, provide floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescriptions, and orientations....

Wellness Coordinator, DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

Coordinates the implementation of effective evidence based fitness classes as part of the Medstar NRH adaptive fitness program....

Fitness Program Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 45+ days ago

You will also implement and instruct individual and group fitness programs, provide floor supervision, fitness testing, exercise prescriptions, and orientations....

Event Coordinator/ Team Member

  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

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

Office Manager and Special Event Coordinator - Office of Mission & Ministry

  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 60+ days ago

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nations capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in District of Columbia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.7%
Master's Degree
22.3%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
High School or GED
2.7%
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 District of Columbia
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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