General Manager Jobs in Texas

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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Athletic Director/Head Football Coach

  • Venus, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Venus, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Job Title: Director of Athletics/Head Football Coach Exemption Status/Test: Exemptt Reports to Superintendent Date Revised: 4-29-2025 Dept./School: Athletics Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the...

Spa Manager

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

ARE YOU AN EXCEPTIONAL BUSINESS-SALES MANAGER WITH A PASSION FOR THE SPA INDUSTRY? Ready to take your Spa Management experience to new levels? WELL LOOK NO FURTHER! We are an established,...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Murphy, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Murphy, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in Murphy is currently seeking an energetic and reliable Assistant Spa Manager to help us run our operation!...

Head Football/Athletic Director

  • Lometa, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Lometa, TX
  • 1 day ago

Description/Notes: Lometa ISD is seeking a driven and passionate High School Football Head Coach and Athletic Director to lead our athletic progam. The ideal candidate embodies strong leadership,...

Athletic Director- Option to Coach

  • Devine, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Devine, TX
  • 2 days ago

Devine ISD - Athletic Director- Option to Coach JOB DETAILS Region:20 School District/Employer:Devine ISD District Category/Employer:, Position:Director, Assignment Level:Level High School Middle...

Athletic Director

  • Fruitvale, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fruitvale, TX
  • 3 days ago

Athletic Director Fruitvale ISD Fruitvale ISD Administration Building - Fruitvale, Texas This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board, and Fruitvale Independent School District Job...

Athletic Director/Head Coach

  • Wildorado, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Wildorado, TX
  • 3 days ago

Athletic Director / Head Football and/or BasketballReports To: Superintendent and Principal(s)Teaching Field: Math Preferred (All other certifications/teacher fields considered)Position Type:...

Animal Care Supervisor - Aquatics

  • Waco, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 3 days ago

Cameron Park Zoo Animal Care Supervisor - Aquatics The Cameron Park Zoo Seeks A passionate and experienced animal care professional ready to take on a leadership role to join our team. We are...

General Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY As a General Manager at 24 Hour Fitness, you will ignite passion and purpose in your team, your members, and your community....

Secondary Math Teacher with coaching duties, Possible Athletic Director

  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 3 days ago

Secondary Math Teacher with coaching duties, Possible Athletic Director JobID: 9584 Position Type: High School Teaching/Mathematics-high school Date Posted: 4/25/2025 Location: Gold-Burg ISD Date...

Assistant General Manager

  • Midland, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 3 days ago

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is an extension of the General Manager and will preside over the operation when the General Manager is not in the facility....

General Manager

  • Katy, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 4 days ago

General Manager 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Katy, TX 77494 Are you a talented leader with a caring heart? Are you looking for a career that is FUN, FULFILLING and REWARDING?...

YMCA Afterschool and Day Camp Program Director , Frisco

  • Frisco, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring a full time Leadership Position working as a Program Director for our Childcare Division (Afterschool/Day Camp) at the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. In this position, you will build...

Summer Camp Program, Director-Summer Transportation Institute

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago

Summer Camp Program, Director-Summer Transportation Institute Responsibilities: Provide leadership for the participants for their particular days of focus - Land, Water or Air. Prepare a safety...

Assistant General Manager -Goliad

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

Work with your General Manager, team, and others to optimize our member experience....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Texas 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 Texas
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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