Athletics Coordinator

City of Doral, FL

$62K — $97K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in recreation administration or related field required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in sports programming and event supervision.
  • Valid Florida Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
  • Exceptional customer service skills and ability to engage with the public effectively.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and coordinate a variety of sports programs for all ages.
  • Supervise sports leagues and related events at assigned facilities.
  • Develop flexible programming calendars that cater to community needs.
  • Manage operational budgets for programs and events.
  • Prepare reports on attendance, incidents, and program effectiveness.
  • Recruit and train part-time staff and volunteers to support activities.
  • Research and write grant proposals to fund programming.

Benefits

  • Full-time employment with a 40-hour workweek.
  • Opportunity to work in a community-focused department.
  • Engagement with diverse populations and varied programming.
  • Professional development opportunities through training and workshops.
Full Job Description
Salary: $62,756.87 - $97,273.15 Annually
Location : City of Doral, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 8/12/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

General Purpose

This position is responsible for organizing, promoting, conducting, and supervising recreational sports programs and related events in a large or multi-faceted activity center or park for all ages and abilities. This position is responsible for supervising the corresponding part-time Recreation Aides.
Supervision Received and Exercised

This position is classified as an exempt, full-time position with a 40 hour work-week.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
  • Coordinates a variety of cooperative programs, including youth and adult sports programs.
  • Coordinates and supervises all sports leagues and related events at the assigned facilities.
  • Coordinates aspects of events, sports and programming. Develops and coordinates an expanding flexible calendar of programs, sports and events for all segments, groups and interest levels in the community.
  • Plans and develops programming, and operations budgets for approval and implementation; adheres to approved/established budgetary parameters.
  • Researches and responds to community needs/requests regarding creation of new programs, sports and events.
  • Maintains and prepares reports to include information about programs, sports and events, attendance, property damage and accidents.
  • Solicits instructors, volunteers and employees necessary to support programs, sports and events; performs advertising, recruitment, interviewing, and selection tasks.
  • Meets with sports providers as necessary.
  • Assist in the researching, soliciting, and preparing of grants from local, state, and national private or public agencies that support programs and events.
  • Assists with the preparation of request for proposals.
  • Solicits sponsorship from local business enterprises and similar entities.
  • Plans, organizes, coordinates and supervises the work of assigned full and part-time employees; directs the selection process and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
  • Provides training; and develops schedules and methods for performing assigned duties.
  • Organizes outside contractors/ vendors providing services such as sports camps, services and instruction.
  • Performs high level administrative and clerical tasks.
  • Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of park guests and maintains discipline during special events and activities.
  • Assists with departmental park projects as assigned by the Parks and Recreation Director.

Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING
  • A Bachelor's Degree in recreation administration, leisure services, program management, public administration, business administration or a related field; required.
  • Possess at least two (2) years paid, full-time work experience in planning, organizing, promoting and supervising a wide variety of adult and/or youth sports programming activities and related events. Additional qualifying work experience may be substituted on a one-for-one basis for the required college.
  • Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to develop and execute a well-rounded program of recreational, cultural and educational special events and activities.
  • Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and fellow workers.
  • Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
  • Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to establish good customer relations. Must have an ability to deal with people effectively, courteously and enthusiastically.
  • Must be computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to perform several tasks at one time.
  • Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
  • Ability to accept, receive, and/or collect payments.
  • Ability to prepare and/or process purchase orders.
  • Ability to make recommendations that impact the budget.
  • Ability to use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
  • Must be fluent in the English language. Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus.
  • Must be non-smoker.
  • Applicants must also complete all requirements established by the City of Doral for employment. The minimum requirements may be waived by the City Manager.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to balance, climb, crouch, feel, finger, grasp, handle, perceive sound, make rational decisions, pull, reach, make repetitive motions with the hands, express ideas through talking; use visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal or operating heavy equipment.
  • Ability to walk from one work site to another.


01

Do you possess at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you possess at least two (2) years paid, full-time work experience in planning, organizing, promoting and supervising a wide variety of adult and/or youth sports programming activities and related events?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Are you computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you possess excellent customer service skills?
  • Yes
  • No

05

Are you fluent in the English language?
  • Yes
  • No

06

Do you possess a valid Florida driver license with an acceptable driving record?
  • Yes
  • No

07

I certify that I have read the job announcement in its e

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