Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Grafton, MA

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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0.6 FTE Athletic Director

  • Millis, MA (16 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Millis, MA (16 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

To provide each enrolled student an opportunity to participate in extracurricular athletic activities that will foster physical skills, a sense of worth and competence, a knowledge and...

Gym Manager- Grafton, MA

  • Grafton, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 5 days ago

Club Manager for Anytime Fitness Grafton, MA Job Summary The club manager is a passionate individual who seeks to help members and guests improve their lives through health and fitness. This...

Temporary Fitness Center General Manager

  • Needham, MA (22 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Needham, MA (22 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Temporary Fitness Center General Manager City and State MA - Needham # of openings 1 Employment duration Full time Job Overview: We are currently seeking a reliable and dedicated Interim General...

General Manager

  • Boylston, MA (10 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Boylston, MA (10 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 20 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Assistant (or Associate) Athletic Director for Compliance

  • Shrewsbury, MA (6 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (6 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 26 days ago

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Fitness Manager

  • Foxboro, MA (24 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Foxboro, MA (24 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Apply Description Fit Factory is a 6 location health club brand. Fit Factory is a full service health club with a luxury studio experience. We provide an incredible value for a low price point so...

Assistant General Manager

  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 60+ 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....

General Manager

  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 60+ 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....

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 60+ 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...

Demographic Data for Grafton, MA

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Grafton, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Grafton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.7%
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 Grafton, MA
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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