Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Morton Grove, IL

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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Anticipated -Aquatics Manager

  • Hinsdale, IL (17 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (17 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Anticipated -Aquatics Manager JobID: 2835 Position Type: Athletics/Coaching Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Hinsdale South High School Additional Information: Show/Hide POSITION TITLE: Aquatics Manager...

Anticipated -Aquatics Manager

  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Attachment(s): Aquatics Manager - Job Description.docx...

ADON - Wellness Coordinator LPN / RN

  • Oak Park, IL (10 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (10 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA) We are looking...

Sr Event Coordinator

  • Deerfield, IL (10 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (10 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago

For over 35 years, Yorktel has been the video managed services partner around the world for some of the largest business and government agencies. With over 10,000 video systems under management...

Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 7 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...

2nd Shift ADON Wellness Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Overview 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 become your...

Head Softball Coach & Operations & Events Coordinator

  • Grayslake, IL (24 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (24 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Current certification in CPR/AED. 4. Knowledge of NJCAA eligibility and compliance rules. 5....

National Sales and Event Coordinator

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Position Summary The National Sales & Events Coordinator provides support to the US Sales and Event Planning teams in making travel arrangements, managing the review of expense reports for the...

Event Coordinator/Catering Sales - Delivered Food Team

  • Morton Grove, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL
  • 13 days ago

PURPOSE The Event Coordinator is a key sales position responsible for the administration, assessment, development and communication needed to manage leads, service customers, input orders and...

Event Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Make Your Mark at One of the Summer's Hottest Events - Event Coordinator Needed in Downtown Chicago! Looking for a short-term gig that puts you at the heart of an exciting, high-energy convention?...

Event Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bodega Taqueria y Tequila West Loop - Chicago, IL Salary Range : Undisclosed Description The Marketing & Event Coordinator is a creative and detail-oriented professional...

Parkland Event Coordinator - Soldier Field

  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (11 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 25 days ago

POSITION: Parkland Event Coordinator P/T Nonexempt REPORTS TO: Director of Sales and Marketing ASM Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities has an excellent and immediate...

Event Coordinator

  • Evergreen Park, IL (22 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (22 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Store - CHI-EVERGREEN PARK, ILPlan, 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

  • Hinsdale, IL (17 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (17 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Aquatics Manager JobID: 2817 Position Type: Athletics/Aquatics Manager Date Posted: 5/14/2025 Location: Hinsdale Central High School Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide POSITION...

Aquatics Manager

  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Morton Grove, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Morton Grove, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Morton Grove, IL 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 Morton Grove, IL
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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