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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Associate Program Director for Sports Medicine Fellowship

  • Ochsner LSU Health
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 15 days ago

This Sports Medicine physician will treat patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal issues, medical problems, concussions, exercise and lifestyle medicine, and utilize musculoskeletal ultrasound...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 18 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 18 days ago

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

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Assistant Gymnastics Director

  • The Little Gym
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Company parties Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and...

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Pool Manager

  • Troon
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Previous aquatics leadership experience preferred. Ability to react competently, calmly and effectively and guide staff in emergency situations....

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Day Camp Director

  • City of Kenner Civil Service Department
  • Kenner, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 90+ days ago

THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT**** To supervise Day Camp Staff, Campers and activities at Kenner Parks and Recreation Day...

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Covington, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 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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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 90+ days ago

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

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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
60.0%
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 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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