Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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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Volleyball Summer Camp Director

  • i9 Sports
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 8 days ago

Responsive recruiter Job Title: Volleyball Summer Camp Director Location: Leesburg VA @ Loudoun Country Day School 20600 Red Cedar Dr, Leesburg VA 20175 Camp Dates: Monday-Fridays - 6 Weeks - June...

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Recreation Program Manager

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 10 days ago

general direction of the Recreation Center Manager, provides oversight for Ashburn Recreation & Community Center programming to include camps, clinics, licensed preschool/childcare, special events, and fitness...

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Fitness Director (Park/Rec Specialist II)

  • Fairfax County (VA)
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 10 days ago

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview; may include exercise....

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Fitness Director (Park/Rec Specialist II)

  • Fairfax County
  • Oakton, VA (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Oakton, VA (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview; may include exercise....

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Spa Manager

  • Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
  • Haymarket, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Haymarket, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off...

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General Manager

  • Golds Gym DC Metro
  • Chantilly, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Consistently delivers a clean, crisp, friendly member and team member experience In charge of both the top and bottom lines of the P&L Lead team to achieve total fitness experience...

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Experienced Spa Director

  • Woodhouse Day Spa
  • Gainesville, VA (16 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Gainesville, VA (16 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discounts Paid time off Wellness resources Lead a Premier Luxury Spa in Gainesville, VA Woodhouse Spa Gainesville is seeking an...

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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 27 days ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Team Members....

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Group Fitness Manager, Tysons Corner

  • Equinox Group
  • Tysons Corner, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Supervising the group fitness staff and operations of the group fitness program to ensure the highest level of programming and customer...

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Aquatics Supervisor Programming.

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Centreville, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Centreville, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Department Team Members. You will offer great customer service and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities....

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Assistant Spa Manager

  • Hand & Stone
  • Sterling, VA (9 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA (9 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources Job Description: A...

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Senior Associate Athletic Director of Development

  • State of Virginia
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics Classification: Administrative Faculty Job Category: Administrative or Professional Faculty Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)...

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General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Purcellville, VA (10 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Purcellville, VA (10 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 90+ 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...

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Demographic Data for Leesburg, VA

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Leesburg, VA 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 Leesburg, VA
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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