Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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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Player Development & Wellness Coordinator (79475)

  • Iona College
  • New Rochelle, NY (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • New Rochelle, NY (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Job DetailsJob Location: New Rochelle - New Rochelle, NY 10801Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $19.00 - $20.33 HourlyJOB SUMMARY The Player Development &...

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Recreation Coordinator - 5067

  • BronxWorks
  • Bronx, NY (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bronx, NY (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community....

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Event Coordinator

  • Randstad
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Dynamic and results-driven Event Coordinator with a proven track record of planning, coordinating, and executing a high-volume calendar of 3–4 diverse events per week, ranging from educational...

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Special Event Coordinator

  • New York City, NY
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

The Agency You'll Join: The New York City Mayor's Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public...

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OMH Resident Wellness Coordinator - Full-Time; 4202-208-N

  • Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens
  • Brooklyn, NY (11 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (11 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and...

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Student Athletics Program Coordinator (Aquatics)

  • HERC
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

American Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED, Water Safety, Life Guard Professional Rescue Certification Availability to work evenings and weekends when needed....

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OMH Resident Wellness Coordinator - Full-Time; 4204-214-N

  • Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens
  • Jackson Heights, NY (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jackson Heights, NY (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and...

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Student Athletics Program Coordinator (Aquatics)

  • City University of New York
  • Bronx, NY (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (10 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Pool Foundation (pool chemistry, filtrarion systems, maintenance techniques, safety protocols, etc.) + American Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED, Water Safety, Life Guard Professional Rescue Certification...

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Group Fitness Coordinator

  • Crunch
  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Certification: AFAA, ACE or NASM preferred Special Skills: Experience teaching exercise classes for clients of all levels Strong customer service skills Good verbal communication Responsibilities:...

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Recreation Coordinator

  • Samaritan Daytop Village
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 20 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 20 days ago

Recreation Coordinator Samaritan Daytop Village - 3.0 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $25.21 an hour 7 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy EMR/EHR Driver's License...

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Recreation Coordinator (Belnord)

  • Childrenas Rescue Fund
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

Job Posting Title Recreation Coordinator (Belnord) Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Responsible for the overall direction of and provides sound management of the After School Recreation...

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Teacher Assigned B Vacancy Circular No 9 Public Schools Athletic League Access Sports Coordinator 2026 2027

  • Department of Education of the City of New York
  • New York City, NY (3 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • New York City, NY (3 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

minimum of three years of satisfactory teaching experience Position Summary: The mission of the Public Schools Athletic League (PSAL) is to provide opportunities for educating students in physical fitness...

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Director, Personal Training

  • Plus One, an Optum Company
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Must have current CPR/AED and First Aid certification. One year experience in a Personal Training Manager or Director role....

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Recreation Leader

  • Richmond Community Services
  • Yonkers, NY (18 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (18 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

impact in peoples lives.What Youll DoPlan and lead creative, engaging activities based on individual interestsSupport community outings, events, and social experiencesEncourage participation in arts, fitness...

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Recreation Coordinator, Atlantic House Men's Shelter

  • CAMBA
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (5 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ
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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