Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Ooltewah, TN

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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Group Fitness Manager

  • Gold's Gym
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Group Fitness Manager The Group Fitness Manager (GFM) will lead the Group Exercise Instructors and support the growth and success of the GGX Program....

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Fitness Director

  • ISSA
  • Ooltewah, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Ooltewah, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Founded by fitness veterans John Quattrocchi and Steve Strickland, the company was formed to provide members with first-class fitness facilities at the lowest cost possible, deliver a profitable and...

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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN (14 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 90+ 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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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunchfitness-fitnessholdings
  • Hixson, TN (8 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hixson, TN (8 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 90+ 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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Assistant Fitness Director

  • ISSA
  • Hixson, TN (8 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hixson, TN (8 miles from Ooltewah, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

NOW INTERVIEWING FOR Assistant FITNESS DIRECTOR Workout Anytime - Pugh NOW INTERVIEWING for a Assistant Fitness Director to work in our new and existing clubs one of the fastest-growing Fitness Franchises...

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Demographic Data for Ooltewah, TN

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Ooltewah, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Ooltewah, TN 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 Ooltewah, TN
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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