Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Maryland

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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Summer Lifeguard / Pool Manager

  • AquaSafe Pool Management
  • Greenbelt, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenbelt, MD
  • 5 days ago

Lifeguards ensure proper pool water chemicals, record keeping and maintaining a clean and enjoyable aquatics facility....

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Pool Manager (Seasonal)

  • The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore
  • Reisterstown, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Reisterstown, MD
  • 8 days ago

About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated, experienced and FUN Pool Manager to lead our 3-pool aquatics facility with a strong focus on safety, team leadership, scheduling, customer service, and member...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • 16 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Employee discounts Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Training &...

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Assistant Fitness Director

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 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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Fitness Director

  • Crunch
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 17 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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Fitness Director - Pasadena

  • YMCA of Central Maryland
  • Pasadena, MD
  • 28 days ago
  • Pasadena, MD
  • 28 days ago

Manage all scheduling for personal training, small group training, fitness floor staff, group exercise, and water fitness classes....

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Fitness Director - Westminster (Hill)

  • YMCA of Central Maryland
  • Westminster, MD
  • 28 days ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 28 days ago

Manage all scheduling for personal training, small group training, fitness floor staff, group exercise, and water fitness classes....

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Assistant Spa Manager

  • Turf Valley Resort
  • Ellicott City, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ellicott City, MD
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on Assistant Spa Manager to help lead our team and oversee the daily operations of our spa for the evenings and weekends. This role is ideal for someone who...

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Assistant General Manager - Aquatics

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Owings Mills, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Trains and oversees the aquatics department to provide superior swim instruction to the students of GSS. 6....

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Assistant General Manager Social/Golf Experience Manager - Leadership Talent Network

  • Five Iron Golf
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Description Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer's Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars,...

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General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Rockville, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Trains and oversees aquatics department to provide superior swim instruction to the students of GSS....

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Assistant Camp Director - Academic Summer Camp

  • Telluride Association
  • College Park, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • College Park, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Note that this position works remotely during the prep period, and is in person during in-person training and program periods. Sites are located in Ithaca, New York OR College Park, Maryland....

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Summer Camp Director - Seasonal

  • Maryland National Capital Park
  • MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • MD
  • 60+ days ago

Description Do you enjoy engaging and helping children learn and grow? Are you creative and enjoy being in an outside setting during the summer? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is...

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General Manager Social, Golf - Leadership Talent Network

  • Five Iron Golf
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 90+ days ago

Description Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer's Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars,...

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Summer Camp Director

  • The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission
  • Greenbelt, MD
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenbelt, MD
  • 90+ days ago

Do you enjoy engaging and helping children learn and grow? Are you creative and enjoy being in an outside setting during the summer? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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