Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Arizona

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
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, 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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Director of Spa and Retail

  • Four Seasons Hotels Ltd.
  • Vail, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Vail, AZ
  • 4 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Scottsdale, 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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Spa Manager

  • Hyatt Corporation
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 7 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 7 days ago

meals Competitive wages Generous Paid Time Off program Retirement Savings Plan with company match* Employee stock purchase plan Discounted and FREE Hyatt Hotel nights* Access to resort facilities (fitness...

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Association Aquatics Director

  • YMCA
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 11 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 11 days ago

Looking for a leader to join our team and head up our Aquatics department....

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General Manager / Spa Director

  • CLOVR Life Spa
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 15 days ago
  • Phoenix, 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
  • 16 days ago
  • Scottsdale, 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

  • Antelope Hills Golf Courses
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 18 days ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 18 days ago

Antelope Hills Golf Courses is seeking an experienced, innovative, and service-driven professional to lead one of Arizonas most respected municipal golf facilities as its next General Manager....

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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
  • 25 days ago
  • Scottsdale, 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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Lakeside Spa & Fitness Center Manager

  • Loews Hotels
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

required by law Develop and maintain contact with outside vendors, community leaders, local organizations and incoming groups and individual guest in order to maintain and promote the Ocean Spa and Fitness...

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General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Passion for promoting aquatic safety and education....

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Athletic Club Manager

  • Troon
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: Lead and inspire all aspects of the Athletic Club, including fitness, aquatics, and class programming....

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Sports Club Director

  • Invited
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gilbert, 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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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Arizona

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Arizona 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 Arizona
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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