Description

Lead the Action — Become a Sports Program Coordinator!

City of Kentwood – Parks & Recreation Department

The City of Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a motivated, organized, and community-focused Sports Program Coordinator to lead and grow our youth and adult sports programming.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about recreation, enjoys developing programs that bring people together, and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. You’ll oversee programs from planning through execution—while supervising staff, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality, inclusive experiences for participants.

 
What You’ll Do
As the Sports Program Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in shaping Kentwood’s recreational sports offerings by:

Program Development & Management

• Creating, developing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating indoor and outdoor sports programs and events
• Managing registrations, schedules, staffing, and equipment needs
• Developing, monitoring, and reporting program budgets and financial activity
• Handling program-related transactions, refunds, and cancellations
• Measuring program success through attendance data, retention, and participant feedback
• Identifying and resolving operational challenges to maintain program quality

Staff Supervision & Leadership

• Hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising coaches, instructors, seasonal staff, and volunteers
• Providing ongoing support, guidance, and performance evaluation

Customer Service & Administration

• Serving as a point of contact for participants, parents, coaches, and community members
• Responding to inquiries and concerns within one business day
• Maintaining accurate program records, reports, and inventory

Professional Collaboration

• Promoting a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment
• Actively contributing ideas to improve programs and service delivery

 
About You
You’re an organized leader who enjoys balancing big-picture planning with day-to-day execution. You communicate clearly, manage details well, and are comfortable supervising staff while serving the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management, recreation management, parks administration, physical education, or a related field
• Two years of professional experience in recreation programming or facility/community center supervision
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within six months of hire)

For full details about responsibilities and qualifications, view the complete job description here.

 
Pay & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $25.99–$33.20, depending on experience
• 10% employer retirement contribution — well above industry average
• Up to 4 weeks vacation, 12 sick days, 11 holidays, and 3 personal days annually
• 4–6 weeks fully paid parental leave
• Excellent medical, dental & vision insurance with minimal cost
• Free telehealth, EAP access, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage
• Paid certifications, trainings, and career development opportunities

Employee discounts on recreation programs and rentals
 
Why Kentwood Parks & Recreation?
Kentwood Parks & Recreation offers programs that promote health, connection, and lifelong activity. As a Sports Program Coordinator, you’ll help build inclusive programs that serve residents of all ages while leading teams and creating meaningful community impact.

 
Apply Today
Ready to lead programs that bring people together through sports? We’d love to hear from you. Applications will be accepted through January 13th 2026