General Manager Jobs in Oklahoma

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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Executive Camp Director

  • Quapaw, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Quapaw, OK
  • 9 days ago

Ability to exercise independent thinking and initiative. Ability to deal with complex situations or issues and make effective, timely and appropriate decisions....

Aquatics Director - Owasso YMCA

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 16 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years experience working in Aquatics Programming Current CPR/AED/First Aid/Lifeguard Certification Minimum 2-year Staff...

District Athletic Director

  • Ardmore, OK
  • 25 days ago
  • Ardmore, OK
  • 25 days ago

District Athletic Director Position Category Administration Position Type Athletic Director Posting Start Date 6/16/2025 Posting End Date 8/4/2025 Position Start Date 7/1/2025 School District...

Assistant General Manager

  • Edmond, OK
  • 29 days ago
  • Edmond, OK
  • 29 days ago

Certificates and Licenses: Lifeguard, CPR/AED and first Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended....

General Manager

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago

The General Manager will oversee all Studio functionality including Sales, Marketing, Operations, and all Studio Certified Run Coaches....

25-26 Site Athletic Director

  • Norman, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching Date Posted: 5/19/2025 Location: NORMAN HIGH SCHOOL    Description: Care and Prevention...

General Manager

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 60+ days ago

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Oklahoma

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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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