Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Saint Petersburg, 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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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brandon, FL (24 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Assistant Supervisor, Aquatics

  • Seaworld Parks & Entertainment
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Ready to dive into an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity? When it comes to your work, do you want to do more than just get your feet wet? At our water park, you'll play a key role in helping us...

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Program Director - Camp, Afterschool & Family Programming - New Tampa Family YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 12 days ago

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Hand & Stone Assistant Spa Manager

  • Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time...

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Tampa League

  • LUG Sports
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 19 days ago

KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE - it's a simple statement that means so much to thousands of LUG athletes across North America. For many young adults, aging out of minor sports marks the end of their...

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Fitness Director - Central City Family YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 21 days ago

Additional skills in developing small groups, personal training, and group exercise are needed....

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Aquatic Director - Mary Sierra Family YMCA

  • YMCA
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description Under the direction of the Center Associate Executive Director, the Aquatics Director leads center aquatics staff in playing an integral role in attracting, engaging and retaining members...

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Gym Director

  • The Little Gym
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tampa, FL (16 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Free uniforms Paid time off Training & development Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of...

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General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, 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....

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General Manager

  • Planet Fitness
  • Palm Harbor, FL (22 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Palm Harbor, FL (22 miles from Saint Petersburg, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

As one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States, Planet Fitness is just getting warmed up....

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Demographic Data for Saint Petersburg, FL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Saint Petersburg, FL 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 Saint Petersburg, 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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