General Manager Jobs in Brandon, FL

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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Hand & Stone Assistant Spa Manager

  • Brandon, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 3 days ago

Spa Sales Associate Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance...

Fitness Manager 1-7378

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 3 days ago

NCAA Personal Trainer Certification or Exercise-Science related degree Maintain a CPR / AED certification....

Gym Director

  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 7 days ago

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 looking for! Why is The...

Hand & Stone Assistant Spa Manager

  • Brandon, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 8 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training &...

Aquatic Director - East Pasco Family YMCA

  • Zephyrhills, FL (21 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Zephyrhills, FL (21 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Ability to physically and mentally perform all needed rescues, removals (in and out of the water) and survival skills, including administering CPR/AED, First Aid and Oxygen effectively....

Aquatics Director - East Pasco Family YMCA

  • Zephyrhills, FL (21 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Zephyrhills, FL (21 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Let the next step in your career be a footprint in the sands of sunny Tampa Bay, Florida. Job Description At the East Pasco YMCA, our pools do more than provide swim lessons, they create confident...

Associate Athletic Director

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Essential Functions: Assist in organizing and managing all athletic events on campus Responsible for creating, confirming and maintaining Middle School athletic team schedules Work closely with...

Assistant General Manager

  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

With 30+ locations currently and 100+ locations planned, our Assistant General Manager position offers a tremendous opportunity for growth & career advancement....

General Manager

  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 45+ days ago

General Manager Here We GROW Again! Are you a potential General Manager and ready to leave average in the past? Be a part of one of the greatest growth stories ever told in the fitness industry....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Brandon, FL

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Brandon, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.8%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.6%
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 Brandon, FL
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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