Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Brandon, FL

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, The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

  • St Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Additional Information** **Job Number** 25117828 **Job Category** Property Leadership **Location** The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club Autograph Collection, 501 5th Avenue NE, St Petersburg, Florida,...

Program Director - Sports, Camp and Family Programming - Plant City Family YMCA

  • Plant City, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plant City, FL (10 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Let the next step in your career be a footprint in the sands of sunny Tampa Bay, Florida. Job Description In todays workforce, we know purpose-driven professionals seek roles where they can make a...

Soccer - Sports Director Soccer

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

Benefits/Perks A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun! Opportunity to build coaching skills and be a role model for athletes Impact the lives of young athletes Online training opportunities...

Hand & Stone Assistant Spa Manager

  • Brandon, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brandon, FL
  • 45+ 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)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL (24 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 45+ 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)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakeland, FL (22 miles from Brandon, FL)
  • 45+ 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...

Assistant General Manager

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

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

General Manager

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

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Demographic Data for Brandon, FL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Brandon, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors 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 Sports and Recreation Directors 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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