Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Louisiana

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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Spa Manager

  • Central, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Central, LA
  • 19 hours ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety Education

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application...

Senior Associate Athletic Director for Fiscal Operations/Chief Financial Officer

  • Grambling, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Grambling, LA
  • 3 days ago

This position will perform administrative functions by assisting with planning, organizing, directing the day- to -day operations of the Finance Office for Grambling State Athletics including not...

Middle School Athletic Director

  • Harvey, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 16 days ago

Middle School Athletic Director Jefferson Parish Schools To Be Assigned - Harvey, Louisiana This job is also posted in Jefferson Parish Schools Job Details Job ID:5197612 Application...

Assistant Mens Basketball Coach/General Manager

  • Grambling, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Grambling, LA
  • 29 days ago

Assistant Men's Basketball Coach/General Manager Salary $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually Location Grambling Job Type Full-Time Unclassified Job Number 202200297 Division Athletics Department...

Assistant Director of Sports Medicine

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 29 days ago

Position Title: Assistant Director of Sports Medicine Department: 8913|Sports Medicine Responsibilities: The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Athletics Department is seeking a qualified...

Vandebilt Catholic High School Athletic Director

  • Houma, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Vandebilt Catholic High School, a diocesan coeducational institution serving grades 812, seeks a faith-filled, experienced, and mission-driven Athletic Director. This individual...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Covington, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 45+ 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...

Assistant H2o Pool Manager - Hourly

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Golden Nugget Lake Charles is a luxury casino-resort that opened in December 2014. The property contains nearly 1,100 well-appointed hotel rooms and suites with private balconies...

Director of Sports Nutrition

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago

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Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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