Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Florida

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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District Fitness Manager NY/NJ

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Hialeah, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hialeah, FL
  • 8 hours ago

(PT,) Group Exercise Classes (GX,) and Small Group Training Serve as subject matter expert on field fitness operations and provide consultation on district strategies Partner with Fitness Operations...

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Aquatics Director, Leonard & Marjorie Williams Family YMCA

  • YMCA of Central Florida
  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 hours ago

Job Responsibilities Implement aquatic programs including lap swimming, swim lessons, group exercise classes, and recreation swim teams, which promote retention of existing members and engagement of...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Orlando, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 19 hours 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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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Great Wolf Lodge
  • Naples, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 1 day ago

Pay: $23 At Great Wolf, the Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for strengthening our lifeguard team through the delivery of superior service and safety....

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Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club General Manager/COO

  • KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 2 days ago

Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club General Manager/COO Job Category:GM/COO Club:Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club Location:Boca Raton, FL Email this job DETAILS COMING SOON

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General Manager

  • Orangetheory Fitness
  • Saint Johns, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Johns, FL
  • 3 days ago

The ideal candidate will have a passion for fitness and a belief that incorporating fitness into community members' daily lives makes an impact....

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Sports Club Fitness Manager

  • Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago

physiology Comprehensive understanding of fitness center operations, including aquatics, group fitness, programming (including special populations), and special events Proficiency with fitness equipment...

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General Manager - Heritage Landing Golf Club

  • PGA
  • Punta Gorda, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Punta Gorda, FL
  • 6 days ago

Ensure clubhouse, dining, lifestyle, fitness, and common areas operate safely and efficiently. Implement service standards. Oversee preventive maintenance and vendor performance....

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Assistant Director of Sports Performance

  • Florida Tech
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL
  • 7 days ago

The Assistant Director of Sports Performance is responsible for providing education, consultation or guidance, expertise, and training in all modalities of physical performance for all assigned...

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Summer Day Camp Director - St. Johns County

  • First Coast YMCA
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 7 days ago

We could use someone like you! Can you imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community? If you are a person who wants more than...

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Planet Fitness - General Manager - Northampton

  • Taymax
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 8 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....

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Assistant Supervisor, Aquatics

  • Seaworld Parks & Entertainment
  • Tampa, FL
  • 9 days ago
  • Tampa, 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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Miakka Golf Club General Manager

  • KOPPLIN KUEBLER & WALLACE
  • Myakka City, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Myakka City, FL
  • 10 days ago

Detail-oriented with the ability to exercise good time management skills, as well as the ability to instill such proficiencies in others with whom he/she will be working if selected....

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Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Capital Circle

  • Taymax
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 12 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....

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

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Tampa, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 12 days ago

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Florida 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 Florida
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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