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How much do 5k run jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for 5k run in the United States is $37.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by 5K Run Coordinators when organizing an event, and how can these be managed?

5K Run Coordinators often face challenges such as securing permits, ensuring participant safety, and coordinating volunteers. Managing logistics, like setting up the course and handling registration, requires strong organizational and communication skills. Collaborating closely with local authorities, sponsors, and team members is essential to address unforeseen issues, such as weather changes or last-minute participant needs. Proactive planning and maintaining clear lines of communication can help ensure a smooth and successful event.

What is the difference between 5K Run vs Personal Trainer?

Aspect5K RunPersonal Trainer
Required CredentialsNo formal credentials needed; basic fitness knowledgeCertifications (e.g., NASM, ACE) typically required
Work EnvironmentOutdoor or indoor running events, fitness clubs, parksGyms, fitness centers, clients' homes
Industry UsageFitness, athletics, health promotionPersonal training, health coaching
Common Search/ComparisonParticipants, runners, fitness enthusiastsClients, fitness professionals

The main difference is that a 5K Run is an event or activity focused on running a 5-kilometer distance, often for fitness or competition, requiring minimal credentials. A Personal Trainer is a professional who designs and guides fitness programs, usually holding certifications and working directly with clients to improve their health and fitness. While both are related to fitness, they serve different roles within the health industry.

What is a 5K run?

A 5K run is a road running event that covers a distance of 5 kilometers, which is approximately 3.1 miles. It is one of the most popular race distances for beginners and experienced runners alike, as it is challenging yet achievable for most people with some training. 5K races are often held to raise funds for charities, promote community health, or celebrate special events. Many people participate in 5K runs to improve their fitness, set personal records, or enjoy the camaraderie of a race day atmosphere.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 5K Run Event Organizer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 5K Run Event Organizer, you need strong project management skills, attention to detail, and experience in event planning, often supported by a background in hospitality or sports management. Familiarity with event registration platforms, budgeting software, and timing systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help build teams, secure sponsorships, and create a positive participant experience. These skills are crucial to ensure the event runs smoothly, safely, and meets the expectations of participants and stakeholders.
More about 5K Run jobs
Infographic showing various 5K Run job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 91% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,621 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Girls on the Run Coordinator (Elk Ridge) - Flagstaff 4th St. - Medical Education Management

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Flagstaff, AZ โ€ข On-site

Other

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

JOB PURPOSE: The Girls on the Run (GOTR) Coordinator serves as the Council Director for Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona (GOTRNA) program of Elk Ridge Community Health and affiliate council of Girls on the Run International. Serving Coconino, Navajo, Yavapai, and Apache counties, this position is responsible for fundraising and development, executing the Girls on the Run program(s) and end-of-season 5K event(s), supervising staff and volunteers, and managing administrative requirements while upholding the GOTR, Colorado Plateau Center for Healthcare Professions (CPCHP), and Elk Ridge missions.

The primary goal of the Elk Ridge Community Health Girls on the Run Coordinator is to provide strategic leadership for Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona by ensuring the successful delivery, growth and long-term sustainability of the program in support of Elk Ridgeโ€™s Mission of providing comprehensive, quality health care that is affordable and accessible to all who may have healthcare needs, by successfully performing the primary essential functions.ย 

The following functions and responsibilities will contribute to Elk Ridge Community Health to achieve its KEY RESULTS:

  1. World Class Experience for staff and patients
  2. Healthier patients and employees
  3. Positive Financial Result

Job Functions:

  • Develops and maintains mutually beneficial partnerships with government, tribal, healthcare, academic, private, non-profit and other institutions, and encourage such partnerships within the Girls on the Run team.
  • Acts as ambassador to represent Girls on the Run's mission and programs; interface with high level internal and external contacts at various institutions, requiring considerable discretion, initiative, motivation, and follow through.
  • Plans for the direction and leadership of the overall program; develops and implements council growth plans that addresses program and site development strategies.
  • Oversees program execution, including site recruitment and onboarding, girl registration, and volunteer training and oversight in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Oversees management of the end of season 5K(s).
  • Utilizes various software platforms for program management, monitoring, data collection, and analysis. Compiles, reviews, and analyzes program data. Evaluates the program and makes changes to improve quality and customer experience.
  • Sets measurable goals and objectives and fulfills Girls on the Run grant and contractual obligations. Monitors and reports on progress.
  • Develops applicable policies and procedures and implements process improvement efforts.
  • Develops and maintains professional working relationships and collaborative partnerships with team members, volunteers, community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders.
  • Monitors program/project spending and develops and adheres to annual program budget.
  • Develops diverse funding streams and long-term plans to best support the mission and goals of the organization.
  • Leads fundraising efforts including sponsorship, donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, special events, etc.
  • Writes proposals to obtain government or private funding for projects to meet community needs. Develop and administer grant budgets.
  • Supervises and oversees the work of program staff, consultants, interns and volunteers. Initiate actions involving discipline, promotion, and motivation of employees.
  • Develops policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and grant stipulations.
  • Submits activity and financial reporting to funding agencies.
  • Ensures timely and brand-aligned responses to communications from email, phone, in person, and other communication avenues.
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Attend required staff meetings, training, and conferences.
  • Travels throughout the region and state as necessary.
  • Cooperates in accomplishing department goals and objectives and upholds the GOTR Elk Ridge and CPCHP missions.

Joint Commission Responsibilities:

  • Maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in compliance with all Policies and Procedures including but not limited to work areas, workstations, examination rooms, hand washing, infection prevention and control etc. for this position.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of and proficiency with the application of all compliance and reporting requirements respective to Joint Commission Certification (JCC) standards.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

  • In support of the Mission and Vision of Elk Ridge Community Health, will at all times represent themselves as a professional role model of Elk Ridge Community Health serving as a positive informational source for members of the community.
  • Supports Elk Ridge Community Health by participating in community events which promote good health, and which contribute to a broader awareness and understanding of Elk Ridge Community Health and the many services provided to the community.
  • Participates in all appropriate health care activities related to Elk Ridge Community Health on a local, state, and national level to maintain and enhance Elk Ridgeโ€™s image with health agencies, professional associations, and the general public.
  • Ensures and supports the cost-effective use of materials, supplies, and equipment by limiting waste of all organizational supplies and resources.
  • In accordance with policies and procedures ensures that documentation of hours worked is completed accurately, as well as signed-off/approved in a timely manner.
  • Employees must maintain their skills proficiency with Elk Ridge Community Health operating systems and/or software programs by adapting to changing requirements and successfully learning and demonstrating new skills in response to software, system, and program improvements or upgrades.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Details

Bachelorโ€™s Degree

Or equivalent experience resulting in a broad knowledge of a field related

to the job.

2 years

Related experience and/or training

BLS

Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Level I fingerprint clearance card: current valid and in good standing or have applied for it within seven working days after beginning employment

If applicable, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, and must be directly related to the functions and responsibilities of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience Details

Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to speak, read and write in both languages.

Transportation:

  • Employees in this position are required to have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday. If an employee is driving during work hours, the employee is required to possess a valid driverโ€™s license and must comply with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.

Core Competencies:

  • Compassionate Communication
  • Cultural Competence
  • Community Partnership Development
  • Program Operations
  • Fundraising and Stewardship

Supervisory Duties:

  • One Program Assistant

Skills and Abilities:

  • Effective customer-facing and presentation skills.
  • Interact diplomatically and positively with participants, patients and the public in a continuous public contact setting.
  • Ability to respond effectively in writing and verbally to internal and external customers.
  • Write grammatically correct routing business correspondence such as brief transmittal memoranda
  • Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and the internet.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions. Percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to multi-task and maintain a professional composure in stressful situations.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds for the purpose of providing exceptional guidance and customer service.

Workforce Environment/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demand

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Seeing

X

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Talking

X

Walking

X

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Vision Strain

X

Weather

X

Temperature

X

Muscular Strain

X

Additional Information:

This job description has been reviewed to ensure that the minimum functions and basic duties have been included to successfully perform the duties, tasks, assignments, and responsibilities of this position. Additional functions, duties, tasks, or requirements may be assigned by leaders as deemed appropriate to meet organizational operations. The job functions and responsibilities align with Elk Ridge Community Healthโ€™s Cultural Beliefs:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Elk Ridge Community Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age 40 and over, disability, genetic information, military status, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

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It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

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All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive.

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Elk Ridge Community Health is a Non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards.

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