Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in New Jersey

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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Raritan Bay Area YMCA

Aquatics Coordinator

lessons, maintaining aquatic facilities, training aquatic staff, implementing and conducting a diversified aquatics program and aquatics events, and performing other departmental activities as required...

Aquatics Manager

  • Hamburg, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hamburg, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Certification/Licensure American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification American Red Cross Professional Rescuer CPR/AED Instructor Certification National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool...

Special Events Coordinator-Philanthropy

  • NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • NJ
  • 2 days ago

Overview VNA Health Group, a trusted leader in providing compassionate care and support to our communities, is seeking a dedicated Entry Level Special Events Coordinator to join our Development...

Summer Sports Camp Coordinator (2025)

  • NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • NJ
  • 3 days ago

Summer Sports Camp Coordinator (2025) JobID: 4535 Position Type: Summer Programming/Summer Sport Camp Coordinator Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Summer Programming Date Available: 07/01/2025...

Tradeshow/Event Coordinator

  • Maple Shade, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Maple Shade, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Responsible for supporting sales teams through trade shows and events to expand understanding and presence in specific markets and advocate the customer journey. Plan company-wide events, such as...

Event Coordinator

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Store - MAYS LANDING, NJ 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 Coordinator

  • Red Bank, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Red Bank, NJ
  • 12 days ago

The dynamic aquatics department at Red Bank YMCA and Camp Zehnder is looking for a motivated Aquatics Coordinator!...

Onsite Corporate Event Coordinator (Summer Temporary Position)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 13 days ago

GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers. By delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through...

Aquatics Manager

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in swimming and fitness teaching/management is preferred. A specialist aquatics qualification is desirable, but not required....

PT Event Coordinator

  • Hammonton, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Hammonton, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Store - PHI-MARLTON, NJ 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...

Event Coordinator

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 20 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...

Store Event Coordinator

  • Deptford, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ
  • 23 days ago

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

Event Coordinator - Part Time

  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 26 days ago

Company Overview: Kitchen Tune-Up specializes in unique, custom products and services highly sought after by homeowners. As a locally operated business supported by a national franchise with over...

Remote Work

Events Coordinator and Executor

  • Belvidere, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Belvidere, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Events coordinator and executor with ability to work independently in managing events end to end from taking bookings to execution. 1. Experience in events management including sports and other...

Aquatics & Recreation Coordinator

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 29 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 29 days ago

Aquatics: Evening Supervisor of pools Supervising lifeguards Overseeing maintenance of pool including chemical, cleanliness Lifeguarding as needed Other Aquatics Duties as needed Recreation: Creating...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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