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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Group Fitness Coordinator

  • Crunch
  • Stanhope, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Stanhope, NJ
  • 8 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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Social Media & Events Coordinator

  • LTFMGTCO LTF Club Management Co, LLC
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 12 days ago

ABOUT US With over 160 athletic country clubs and offerings for everyone from 90 days to 90 years, Life Time's comprehensive ecosystem goes beyond the idea of fitness to encompass all aspects of well-being...

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Kids Camp Supervisor

  • LTFMGTCO LTF Club Management Co, LLC
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 14 days ago

/AED certification Ability to tolerate loud noises Ability to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; ability to climb ladders Preferred Requirements Summer camp Supervisor experience Life Time is a...

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Temporary Event Coordinator, WGHOF

  • United States Golf Association (USGA)
  • Liberty Corner, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Liberty Corner, NJ
  • 18 days ago

The USGA is a mission-based golf organization whose purpose is to unify the golf community through handicapping and grassroots programs; to showcase the game's best talent through the U.S. Open,...

Hybrid Temporary

Sports Coordinator

  • Madison Area YMCA
  • Madison, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Madison, NJ
  • 23 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Sports Program Director and Associate Sports Director the Sports Coordinator assists with the delivery of preschool and school age Sports classes and...

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Sports Coordinator - Fall

  • Oceanport School District
  • Oceanport, NJ
  • 25 days ago
  • Oceanport, NJ
  • 25 days ago

Position Type: Schedule B/Sports Coordinator - Fall Date Posted: 5/6/2026 Location: Maple Place School Date Available: 09/01/2026 Closing Date: 05/20/2026    Attachment(s): Seasonal Sports...

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Event Coordinator - Management

  • Genesis Global Group
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary : Fine dining restaurant and boutique hotel is seeking an experienced and team-oriented candidate for the Event Coordinator position. This is a full time and permanent position....

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Physical Fitness Coordinator (PRN)

  • Graham Packaging Company
  • Newark, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

National fitness credential (for example, ACSM, NSCA, ACE). Current CPR/AED preferred. Two or more years administering standardized fitness testing or coaching....

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Recreation Coordinator - Monroe (Full time) #2425

  • Parker Health Group, Inc
  • Monroe Township, NJ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ
  • 45+ days ago

Recreation Coordinator - Monroe - Full time - $23.00 hourly rate - The areas highest quality nursing care residence providing a warm and compassionate homelike environment in a beautiful...

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Recreation Leader SY 2025-26 (NBOE)

  • Newark Board of Education
  • Newark, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Non Instructional - All Titles/ Recreation Leader Date Posted: 2/11/2026 Location: West Side High - 034    NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES 765 BROAD...

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Group Fitness Coordinator

  • Fyzical
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Kid's Fitness Program Director

  • The Little Gym
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Life is too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are looking for! If you...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports and Recreation Program Coordinator positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Program Coordinators in New Jersey 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 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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