Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Tennessee

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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General Manager - Hilton Bengaluru Embassy Golf Links

  • Hilton Worldwide
  • TN
  • 18 hours ago
  • TN
  • 18 hours ago

JobID: 208387 Category: General Manager/Hotel Manager JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2026-05-31T16:00:00+00:00 JobShift: : Hilton Overview: With 24 world-class brands, in 140 countries and...

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Personal Training Fitness Manager

  • Gold's Gym
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Access to additional discounted safety, group exercise, and other certification programs Ongoing 1:1 mentorship and development with regional and senior management Additional Benefits: FREE gym membership...

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Area Supervisor - Aquatics

  • Aza
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 days ago

Nashville Zoo Nashville Zoo Area Supervisor - Aquatics Position: Area Supervisor Aquatics Department: Ectotherm Supervisor: Assistant Curator of Ectotherm Nashville Zoo Mission: Nashville Zoo is dedicated...

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Gold's Gym Assistant General Manager

  • Gold's Gym
  • Jackson, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 8 days ago

What began as a sanctuary for bodybuilders became the birthplace of modern fitness....

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Group Fitness Manager

  • Gold's Gym
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Chattanooga, 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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Assistant General Manager

  • UFC GYM
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 days ago

We are proud to be the global leader in mixed martial arts inspired fitness and conditioning....

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Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Madison, TN

  • Taymax
  • Madison, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Madison, TN
  • 15 days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

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Recreation Center Manager

  • City of Clarksville, TN
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 25 days ago

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB This is the second of five levels in the Parks and Recreation series. Incumbent responsibilities include supervising one full-time staff member and several part-time and...

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General Manager

  • Jackson Country Club
  • Jackson, TN
  • 27 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 27 days ago

The Club has a strong tennis program with 2 professionals, 2 indoor tennis courts, 4 outdoor courts, a junior Olympic sized pool with snack bar, fitness center, and dining/banquet facilities that can...

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General Manager

  • UFC GYM
  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hendersonville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

The Operations Manager and Fitness Director have a dotted-line reporting structure to the General Manager, with direct reports to the Vice President of Operations and the Vice President of Fitness,...

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General Manager

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Franklin, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 30+ days ago

We operate over 110 fitness centers around the United States and Canada, most of which operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day....

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Sports Director

  • JCCs of North America
  • Memphis, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description The Sports Director leads and develops high-quality sports programs and activities at the MJCC. This role requires a motivated, passionate professional committed to delivering...

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Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Goodlettsville

  • Taymax
  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

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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
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, 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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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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