Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Tempe, AZ

A Sports and Recreation General Manager is responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of a sports or fitness facility. These include managing staff, developing and implementing budgets, maintaining the facility, planning programs and activities, ensuring customer satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. They play a crucial role in the success of the facility by creating a welcoming and safe environment for members, promoting health and fitness, and ensuring the business runs effectively and efficiently.

The role requires a combination of business acumen, people management skills, and a passion for health and fitness. A bachelor's degree in sports management, business administration, or a related field is typically required. Certifications such as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Sports Management Professional (CSMP) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a General Manager, an individual may have roles such as a Recreation Coordinator, Fitness Center Manager, or Sports Facility Manager. These roles provide experience in the operational aspects of a facility, as well as staff management and customer service.

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Aquatics Supervisor- Programming

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 1 day 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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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 4 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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General Manager / Spa Director

  • CLOVR Life Spa
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

$75,000-$85,000 Base + Opportunity for 50%+ Bonus We are seeking a sophisticated, results-driven General Manager to lead the business, operations, and guest experience of an elevated luxury spa....

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Fitness Director

  • Village Health Clubs And Spas
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 16 days ago

ACSM, NSCA) Three plus years of successful experience managing a fitness department in an upscale facility Strong understanding of exercise science Outstanding member service skills Strong leadership...

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Tempe League

  • LUG Sports
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 19 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 19 days ago

KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE - it's a simple statement that means so much to thousands of LUG athletes across North America. For many young adults, aging out of minor sports marks the end of their...

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Sports & Fitness Coordinator

  • Boys & Girls Club of Greater Scottsdale
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 25 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 25 days ago

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Sports & Fitness Coordinator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and facilitation of all sports programming and sports leagues at their assigned Branch....

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General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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General Manager - Goldfish Swim School MFO LLC

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 30+ days ago

Passion for promoting aquatic safety and education....

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Sports Club Director

  • Invited
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary: The Sports Club Director (SCD) oversees all Sports Club operations to ensure the delivery of professional, high-quality, safe and innovative aquatics, fitness, racquet sports and youth...

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 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...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Phoenix, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 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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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Phoenix, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 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

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 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 General Manager Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Tempe, AZ 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 General Managers in Tempe, AZ
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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