Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

A Sports and Recreation Director oversees the overall operations of sports and recreation programs. This includes planning, directing, and coordinating a wide range of activities and programs for both individuals and groups. They are responsible for creating meaningful recreational experiences, promoting healthy lifestyle options, and ensuring safety and satisfaction for all participants through efficient program management, budgeting, marketing, and staff supervision. They also play a significant role in community outreach and liaison with various stakeholders, including local government, sponsors, and other community organizations.

The role demands a range of essential skills, such as leadership, communication, strategic planning, and budget management. It also requires a solid understanding of sports and recreational programming and an ability to work with diverse populations. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Physical Education, or a related field is typically required, along with several years of experience in recreation or sports management. Key certifications such as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) may also be required or preferred. Prior to becoming a Sports and Recreation Director, an individual might serve in roles such as Recreation Program Coordinator, Sports Program Manager, or Facility Manager.

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General Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Garden Grove, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

A degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field may satisfy this requirement in lieu of a certification, subject to qualification and approval....

In Person

Girls Flag Football Senior Assistant Camp Director

  • Marymount University
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Girl's Flag Football Senior Assistant Camp Director responsibilities include: Organize and direct campers on and off the field/court Teach (sport) skills to campers Coach teams in camp...

Remote

Flag Football Assistant Camp Director

  • Marymount University
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Flag Football Assistant Camp Director responsibilities include: Organize and direct campers on and off the field/court Teach (sport) skills to campers Coach teams in camp competition Assist...

Remote

General Manager - Floater

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (16 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (16 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 13 days ago

A degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field may satisfy this requirement in lieu of a certification, subject to qualification and approval....

In Person

Planet Fitness - General Manager - Full Time - Ontario

  • Taymax
  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 16 days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

In Person Full Time

HSSP Program Manager - SPA 6 & 7

  • The People Concern
  • Montebello, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Montebello, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Role: HSSP Program ManagerReports to: Director, HSSPProgram: 1307-HSS MHSADepartment: Mental Health HSSPLocation: Vista de JJ Apartments - 128 S. 6th Street Montebello, CA 90640Setting: Not 100%...

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Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Grand Oaks

  • Taymax
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 22 days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

In Person

Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Covina

  • Taymax
  • Covina, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Covina, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 22 days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

In Person

General Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness USA, LLC
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Regular exposure to fitness equipment and moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposed to loud noise levels consistent with a fitness or gym environment....

In Person

Aquatics Supervisor - Family Swim

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Team Members....

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Aquatics Supervisor - Programming

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Department Team Members. You will offer great customer service and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities....

In Person

Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Costa Mesa

  • Taymax
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

In Person

PROGRAM COORDINATOR - PT (Pool Manager) - AQUATICS

  • City of Huntington Beach
  • Huntington Beach, CA (8 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (8 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, and Water Safety Instructor Certification, possesses effective and cooperative communication...

In Person Part Time

Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Garden Grove, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

So weve fused fitness and entertainment so that we can make serious exercise fun....

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General Manager

  • UFC GYM
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Corona, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Operations Manager and Fitness Director have a dotted-line reporting structure to the General Manager, with direct reports to the Vice President of Operations and the Vice President of Fitness,...

In Person

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Santa Ana, CA 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 Sports and Recreation Directors in Santa Ana, CA
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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