General Manager Jobs in Colorado

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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Assistant Principal/Athletic Director - BMHS SY 25-26

  • Eagle, CO
  • moments ago
  • Eagle, CO
  • moments ago

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director - BMHS SY 25-26 Employer Eagle County School District Location Eagle, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Eagle County School District Location...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Lone Tree, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lone Tree, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Job Type Part-time Description FOSS is making waves with its first-ever expansion into Colorado! With 31 schools already thriving across Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, North Dakota, and...

(2025-2026) Athletic Director

  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Athletic Director Date Posted: 4/28/2025 Location: Basalt High School Date Available: 08/06/2025    Our mission is to ensure that every student...

Summer Assistant Day Camp Director (PT)

  • Parker, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 1 day ago

Under general supervision, this position provides onsite supervision for Day Camp groups. *This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate...

Director of Sports Nutrition

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago

Bachelors degree in clinical nutrition, health/exercise science or nutrition-related field Minimum of three years of experience administering a sports nutrition program preferably in intercollegiate...

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal - BMHS SY 25-26

  • Edwards, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Edwards, CO
  • 3 days ago

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal - BMHS SY 25-26 Eagle County School District Battle Mountain High School - Edwards, Colorado This job is also posted in Eagle County School District Job...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance...

Spa Manager

  • Telluride, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Telluride, CO
  • 4 days ago

Company Description Embrace your passion for outdoor recreation, natural beauty, and festivals in Telluride, CO while also pursuing a fulfilling career at Fairmont Heritage Place, Franz Klammer...

Recreation Supervisor - Aquatics

  • Durango, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Durango, CO
  • 4 days ago

Were looking for an experienced Parks and Recreation professional to join our Aquatics leadership team as the Recreation Supervisor. Reporting to the Aquatics Operations Manager, you will help...

25 - Assistant Principal (Athletic Director)

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 5 days ago

25 - Assistant Principal (Athletic Director) JobID: 10446 Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 4/24/2025 Location: East High School   Additional Information:...

Spa Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

Ability to make decisions with only general policies and procedures for guidance and keeping the General Manager informed of general direction....

Spa Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

Ability to make decisions with only general policies and procedures for guidance and keeping the General Manager informed of general direction....

General Manager

  • Denver, CO
  • 9 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 9 days ago

General Manager Job Description General Managers are responsible for meeting studio sales goals, membership renewals and ancillary service goals by pre-planning with strategic new customer outreach,...

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

  • Greeley, CO
  • 10 days ago
  • Greeley, CO
  • 10 days ago

Openings as of 4/19/2025 Assistant Principal/Athletic Director, James Madison STEAM Academy (2025-2026) JobID: 14866 Position Type: Administration/Prof. Technical- Instructional/Assistant...

Aquatics Supervisor (Full-Time; Exempt)

  • Gypsum, CO
  • 11 days ago
  • Gypsum, CO
  • 11 days ago

Supervision Exercised: Directs and supervises Aquatics Coordinator, Specialists, part-time and seasonal employees, volunteers, instructors, and coaches....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
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 Colorado
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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