Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Lafayette, CO

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
  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO (5 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 9 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....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Westminster, CO (13 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Westminster, CO (13 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 12 days ago

Requirements 2 years of fitness facility and/or customer service-oriented management experience. Experience executing objectives quickly and effectively managing key KPIs....

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Assistant General Manager (Spa Management Experience Required)

  • Woodhouse Day Spa
  • Broomfield, CO (7 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Broomfield, CO (7 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 21 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Wellness resources Vision insurance 401(k) At Woodhouse Spa Broomfield, we value...

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Sports Club Director

  • Invited
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 23 days ago

Job Summary: The Sports Club Director (SCD) oversees all Sports Club operations to ensure the delivery of professional, high-quality, safe and innovative aquatics, fitness, racquet sports and youth...

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Day Camp Director

  • City of Lafayette, CO
  • Lafayette, CO
  • 27 days ago
  • Lafayette, CO
  • 27 days ago

The Summer Day Camp Director leads and supervises staff and children in our statelicensed Summer Day Camp Program, ensuring full compliance with Colorado childcare licensing requirements. The...

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General Manager

  • Gold's Gym
  • Longmont, CO (10 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Longmont, CO (10 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 28 days ago

What began as a sanctuary for bodybuilders became the birthplace of modern fitness....

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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Westminster, CO (13 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westminster, CO (13 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements Minimum 2 years of fitness facility management experience. Experience with supervising a team....

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Fitness Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide, Inc.
  • Lakewood, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

certification preferred (AFAA, ISSA, Les Mills, Zumba, etc.)...

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Fitness Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

certification preferred (AFAA, ISSA, Les Mills, Zumba, etc.)...

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Aquatics Supervisor - Family Swim

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Wheat Ridge, CO (17 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wheat Ridge, CO (17 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Seasonal Day Camp Director

  • City of Northglenn
  • Northglenn, CO (11 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Northglenn, CO (11 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

HIRING RANGE IS $20.84-$23.97/HR Assist in working with individuals and groups of participants aged 6-11 years old in the City of Northglenn summer day camp program. Shares responsibility for...

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (23 miles from Lafayette, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Lafayette, CO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports and Recreation Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Lafayette, CO 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 Lafayette, CO
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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