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Sports Coordinator jobs are open across professional leagues, collegiate athletics, recreational programs, and corporate wellness organizations, from entry-level to senior coordinator and program director, with specializations in event operations, youth development, and community outreach. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We are currently seeking a full-time Sports and Recreation Coordinator to work at a high profile company's fitness center located in Mountain View, CA.
What you will do:
- Respond to member/ and guest suggestions, concerns, and complaints.
- Proactively engage members on the fitness floor, enhance enrollment, utilization, retention, revenue, and the total customer service experience by taking ownership of challenges and opportunities, and striving for the gold standard.
- Provide ongoing observation and interpersonal feedback of corrective measures including exercise technique, full range of motion, and proper breathing techniques to amplify benefits of exercise routines.
- Oversee on and off-site sports and recreation leagues, budget, and special events at multiple locations and related communications.
- Promote outdoor sports leagues.
- Work with the Account Manager to plan and coordinate quarterly sports and recreation events, including equipment purchases and outdoor activities.
- Communicate any closures and maintenance occurring outside on the field, or basketball court.
Collaborate with local community leagues to meet member satisfaction.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Basic understanding of the principles of exercise, cardiovascular, strength and flexibility programming.
- Knowledgeable about the industry with the customer skills to network, engage, and interact with all clients, guests, and participants
- Competent with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
About Us:
Plus One, part of the Optum Workplace Well-being portfolio of services, provides fitness and well-being services to clients across a broad range of industries, driving employee engagement in health and wellness programs. Our services include fitness, nutrition, ergonomics, wellness coaching and health promotion. Our team members believe that the most effective way to help people adopt a healthier lifestyle is through personal connections infused with hospitality, empathy and a lot of fun.
Perks of working at Plus One, an Optum company*:
Health and financial:
- Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Dental and Vision coverage plans
- 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
- Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
- Short and Long Term Disability Plans
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Transportation and Parking Plans
- Paid parental leave
Well-being:
- Paid time off
- Wellness rewards program
- Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
- 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
- Entertainment and consumer discounts
- Inclusion and Belonging Council
Growth and development:
- Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
- Discounted certifications through industry leading agencies
- Free CPR/AED certifications
- Free continuing education courses and credits
- Employee Referral Reward program
- Please note, some of the benefits listed above are only available to team members who work full time hours.
Equal opportunity statement
Plus One, an Optum company, is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Plus One is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the hourly rate, Plus One offers a comprehensive benefits package (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements), which includes health insurance, life and disability benefits, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. The hourly rate for this position ranges from $32 to $38. Plus One, an Optum Company, adheres to all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws as applicable.
We are currently seeking a full-time Sports and Recreation Coordinator to work at a high profile company's fitness center located in Mountain View, CA.
What you will do:
- Respond to member/ and guest suggestions, concerns, and complaints.
- Proactively engage members on the fitness floor, enhance enrollment, utilization, retention, revenue, and the total customer service experience by taking ownership of challenges and opportunities, and striving for the gold standard.
- Provide ongoing observation and interpersonal feedback of corrective measures including exercise technique, full range of motion, and proper breathing techniques to amplify benefits of exercise routines.
- Oversee on and off-site sports and recreation leagues, budget, and special events at multiple locations and related communications.
- Promote outdoor sports leagues.
- Work with the Account Manager to plan and coordinate quarterly sports and recreation events, including equipment purchases and outdoor activities.
- Communicate any closures and maintenance occurring outside on the field, or basketball court.
Collaborate with local community leagues to meet member satisfaction.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Basic understanding of the principles of exercise, cardiovascular, strength and flexibility programming.
- Knowledgeable about the industry with the customer skills to network, engage, and interact with all clients, guests, and participants
- Competent with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
About Us:
Plus One, part of the Optum Workplace Well-being portfolio of services, provides fitness and well-being services to clients across a broad range of industries, driving employee engagement in health and wellness programs. Our services include fitness, nutrition, ergonomics, wellness coaching and health promotion. Our team members believe that the most effective way to help people adopt a healthier lifestyle is through personal connections infused with hospitality, empathy and a lot of fun.
Perks of working at Plus One, an Optum company*:
Health and financial:
- Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Dental and Vision coverage plans
- 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
- Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
- Short and Long Term Disability Plans
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Transportation and Parking Plans
- Paid parental leave
Well-being:
- Paid time off
- Wellness rewards program
- Free memberships to various fitness facilities and wellness subscriptions
- 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
- Entertainment and consumer discounts
- Inclusion and Belonging Council
Growth and development:
- Free professional development courses through internal learning management systems
- Discounted certifications through industry leading agencies
- Free CPR/AED certifications
- Free continuing education courses and credits
- Employee Referral Reward program
- Please note, some of the benefits listed above are only available to team members who work full time hours.
Equal opportunity statement
Plus One, an Optum company, is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Plus One is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the hourly rate, Plus One offers a comprehensive benefits package (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements), which includes health insurance, life and disability benefits, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. The hourly rate for this position ranges from $32 to $38. Plus One, an Optum Company, adheres to all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws as applicable.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Sports & Recreation
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sports coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in sports management, kinesiology, recreation, or a related field
- Experience planning and executing sports events, leagues, or athletic programs
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification required at time of hire
- Proficiency with scheduling and registration software used in sports administration
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with coaches, athletes, and vendors
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during active sports seasons
Tips for Your Sports Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to program type
Collegiate athletics coordinators and community recreation coordinators share a job title but very different responsibilities. Customize your resume bullet points to reflect the specific program type in each posting, whether that's intramural scheduling, elite athlete support, or youth league operations.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sports coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight certifications on your resume header
First Aid, CPR, and sport-specific certifications like those from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association get skimmed fast by hiring managers. Put them in a dedicated credentials line near the top of your resume so they're visible before anyone reads your work history.
Search by program funding source
Nonprofits, municipal parks departments, university athletic departments, and private sports clubs all hire coordinators but post to different channels. Run separate searches using each of those employer types as a filter so you're not missing openings that don't use generic job titles.
Prepare logistics-heavy interview answers
Interviewers for coordinator roles almost always ask how you've managed competing schedules, facilities conflicts, or last-minute event changes. Come ready with two or three specific examples that show you resolved a real operational problem, not just that you kept things organized.
Negotiate start date around season cycles
Sports programs hire on seasonal timelines, so if an offer lands in the middle of a season, ask whether the start date is flexible. Most hiring managers expect this conversation and will work with you on timing if you raise it before accepting.
Sports Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sports coordinators?
The companies hiring the most sports coordinators right now include YMCA, Rippling, and YMCA of Greater Cleveland, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in organizations running multi-sport programs year-round.
How many sports coordinator jobs are remote?
About 33% of sports coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most coordinator duties. Administrative sub-roles such as registration management, scheduling coordination, and communications work are the most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a sports coordinator?
Start with a degree in sports management, recreation, kinesiology, or a related field, then build hands-on experience through internships or volunteer roles with athletic departments, parks programs, or community leagues. Earn First Aid and CPR certifications early. Progress by taking on event planning or program oversight responsibilities that demonstrate you can manage logistics and people independently.
Can you get hired as a sports coordinator with little experience?
Yes, entry-level sports coordinator roles exist, particularly in municipal recreation departments, nonprofit youth leagues, and campus intramural programs. Hiring managers at these organizations prioritize candidates who have volunteered as officials, coached youth teams, or worked event operations, even informally. Demonstrating that you've run something, scheduled participants, or coordinated with venues carries more weight than years of paid experience.
What does the sports coordinator interview process look like?
Most sports coordinator interviews involve a phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video rounds with a hiring manager and sometimes a program director. Expect scenario-based questions about handling facilities conflicts, managing participant complaints, or organizing multi-event weekends. Some employers ask candidates to walk through how they'd build a seasonal schedule or draft a communications plan for a program launch.
Where can I find and apply to sports coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to sports coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and interests, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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