General Manager Jobs in Lakewood, CO

A General Manager in the fitness and recreation industry oversees the day-to-day operations of a fitness facility, sports club, or recreation center. Their responsibilities may include managing staff, developing budgets, creating fitness and wellness programs, maintaining equipment, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring the facility meets health and safety standards. They play a vital role in creating a positive and motivating atmosphere, as well as strategically planning for business growth. They also interact with members, handle complaints, and strive to provide exceptional customer service.

Key skills for a General Manager in this industry include leadership, communication, financial planning, and customer service. They should possess knowledge of fitness trends and the ability to implement engaging fitness programs. Ideally, they should hold a degree in Sports Management, Business, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Club Manager (CCM) or Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a General Manager, a person might hold roles such as Fitness Instructor, Sports Coach, or Assistant Manager in a fitness or recreational facility.

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General Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Arvada, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Arvada, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 2 hours ago

As a General Manager at 24 Hour Fitness, you are the driving force behind your club living our mission, vision, and values, to drive membership growth, revenue generation, and operational excellence...

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Day Camp Director

  • South Suburban Park & Recreation
  • Centennial, CO (15 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Centennial, CO (15 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 5 hours ago

Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week) Paid sick...

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Pool Manager

  • Arcis Golf
  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Job Title: Pool Manager Department: Athletics / Fitness Reports to : XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FLSA Status: Non Exempt (hourly) Revised: 06/2016 SUMMARY Manages Athletics/Fitness staff....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 12 days ago

Fusion Overview The assistant general manager supports a high-performance gym environment and works directly with the general manager to oversee operations at the facility....

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Fitness Center Director (61334)

  • BH Management
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 15 days ago

Tracks weekly metric reports to assess group exercise classes and facility usage. Manages and mentors personal trainers and fitness center attendants....

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Denver League

  • LUG Sports
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 20 days ago

About the Role The General Manager (GM) is the senior operator of the league, responsible for making sure everything runs week in and week out....

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Assistant General Manager (Spa Management Experience Required)

  • Woodhouse Day Spa
  • Broomfield, CO (21 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Broomfield, CO (21 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 21 days ago

REQUIRED: 2-5 years of leadership/management experience working in a spa or med spa REQUIRED: 1-3 years of experience in a luxury spa environment Job Description : Assisting the General Manager with...

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General Manager - Floater

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Castle Rock, CO (24 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO (24 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 23 days ago

As a General Manager at 24 Hour Fitness, you are the driving force behind your club living our mission, vision, and values, to drive membership growth, revenue generation, and operational excellence...

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Sports Club Director

  • Invited
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 24 days ago

Day-to-Day: Work with the General Manager to create quarterly strategic sales plans. Achieve quarterly and yearly Sports Club goals set forth by the company....

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Fitness Manager Monaco

  • Genesis Health Clubs
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

Complete profitability/goal reports on weekly and monthly basis to review with District Fitness Manager....

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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Westminster, CO (14 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westminster, CO (14 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Paid time off Profit sharing Training & development General Manager | Fit Fusion Overview The general manager is responsible...

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Gym Manager

  • The Little Gym
  • Castle Rock, CO (24 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO (24 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsive recruiter Lifes 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...

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Fitness Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide, Inc.
  • Lakewood, CO (7 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (7 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Ensure that client retention standards are met to ensure revenue growth Meet and exceed all fitness revenue and sales targets Work with General Manager and SSM to train and develop all team members...

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Fitness Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Ensure that client retention standards are met to ensure revenue growth Meet and exceed all fitness revenue and sales targets Work with General Manager and SSM to train and develop all team members...

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Pool Manager (PT)

  • The Town of Parker
  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Parker, CO (17 miles from Lakewood, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Under general supervision, this position provides shift-based supervision to assigned staff at an outdoor swimming pool. T his position engages in active patron, facility, and pool surveillance...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Lakewood, CO

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Lakewood, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.0%
Master's Degree
26.5%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.4%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Managers in Lakewood, CO
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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