Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Lowell, 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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Recreation Program Manager

  • Newton, MA (21 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newton, MA (21 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Primary purpose: Under the policy direction of the Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Culture, position is responsible for planning, scheduling, organizing, and evaluating four season...

General Manager, Golf

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Description Five Iron Golf is the country's premier indoor golf and entertainment experience, with 29 locations nationwide and more on the way. Five Iron Golf's core mission is to seamlessly meld...

Assistant General Manager

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 18 days ago

New York Sports Club and our family of brands is a long-standing, dynamic fitness club brand with locations in the Northeast. We consider ourselves your local neighborhood gym! It is our goal to...

Athletic Director

  • Allston, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Allston, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. Good communication skills. Experience in coordinating community recreational programs....

Assistant General Manager Social - Food and Beverage - New Seaport Location!

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 25 days ago

Description Five Iron Golf is the country's premier indoor golf and entertainment experience, with 26 locations nationwide and more on the way. Five Iron Golf's core mission is to seamlessly meld...

Assistant (or Associate) Athletic Director for Compliance

  • Lowell, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 28 days ago

Job no: 526990 Position type: Staff Full Time Benefit Status: Benefited-Non-Union Campus: UMass Lowell Department: Athletic Programs Salary: Salary commensurate with experience and grade/range...

Director, Aquatics and Head Swimming and Diving Coach

  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Duties Aquatics Director Develop, implement, and manage all aquatics programs (e.g., swim lessons, pool rentals, recreational swimming) Supervise and support Aquatics staff, including coaches...

Athletic Director

  • Belmont, MA (19 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Belmont, MA (19 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Inspire and challenge. At Belmont Day School, we foster intellectual curiosity, honor differences, and empower meaningful contribution with excellence, respect, honesty, responsibility, caring,...

Assistant General Manager, Boston

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manchester, NH (24 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy Manchester-NH 375 S. Willow Street Manchester, NH -03103 Are you a natural leader who loves to inspire others to succeed? At the Massage Envy...

Senior Aquatics Director

  • Nashua, NH (9 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashua, NH (9 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

The Senior Aquatics Director will ensure commitment to safety across all aquatics facilities....

General Manager

  • Danvers, MA (18 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Danvers, MA (18 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 45+ 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....

Athletic Director

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. Good communication skills. Experience in coordinating community recreational programs....

Assistant General Manager

  • Malden, MA (19 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Malden, MA (19 miles from Lowell, 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....

Farm Camp Director

  • Merrimack, NH (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Merrimack, NH (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Farm Camp Program Director, Camp Sargent Full-Time Seasonal Position;YMCA of Greater Nashua; Camp Sargent Camp dates: July 23 rd August 29th POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Camp...

Demographic Data for Lowell, MA

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Lowell, MA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Lowell, 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 Lowell, 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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