Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Denver, CO

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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General Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Parker, CO (15 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Parker, CO (15 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 8 days ago

A degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field may satisfy this requirement in lieu of a certification, subject to qualification and approval....

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Pool Manager

  • Arcis Golf
  • Parker, CO (15 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 11 days ago
  • Parker, CO (15 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Job Title: Pool Manager Department: Athletics / Fitness Reports to : XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FLSA Status: Non Exempt (hourly) Revised: 06/2016 SUMMARY Manages Athletics/Fitness staff....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Denver, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 12 days ago

Requirements 2 years of fitness facility and/or customer service-oriented management experience. Experience executing objectives quickly and effectively managing key KPIs....

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Fitness Center Director (61334)

  • BH Management
  • Denver, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 14 days ago

Tracks weekly metric reports to assess group exercise classes and facility usage. Manages and mentors personal trainers and fitness center attendants....

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Denver League

  • LUG Sports
  • Denver, CO
  • 19 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 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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Assistant General Manager (Spa Management Experience Required)

  • Woodhouse Day Spa
  • Broomfield, CO (19 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Broomfield, CO (19 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 21 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Wellness resources Vision insurance 401(k) At Woodhouse Spa Broomfield, we value...

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Sports Club Director

  • Invited
  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 23 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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Fitness Manager Monaco

  • Genesis Health Clubs
  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Complete profitability/goal reports on weekly and monthly basis to review with District Fitness Manager....

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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Westminster, CO (14 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Westminster, CO (14 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements Minimum 2 years of fitness facility management experience. Experience with supervising a team....

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Fitness Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide, Inc.
  • Lakewood, CO (16 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (16 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

certification preferred (AFAA, ISSA, Les Mills, Zumba, etc.)...

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Fitness Manager

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, CO (2 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

certification preferred (AFAA, ISSA, Les Mills, Zumba, etc.)...

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Pool Manager (PT)

  • The Town of Parker
  • Parker, CO (15 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Parker, CO (15 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Under general supervision, this position provides shift-based supervision to assigned staff at an outdoor swimming pool. T his position engages in active patron, facility, and pool surveillance...

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Aquatics Supervisor - Family Swim

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Denver, CO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Centennial, CO (6 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Centennial, CO (6 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

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

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Seasonal Day Camp Director

  • City of Northglenn
  • Northglenn, CO (14 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Northglenn, CO (14 miles from Denver, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

HIRING RANGE IS $20.84-$23.97/HR Assist in working with individuals and groups of participants aged 6-11 years old in the City of Northglenn summer day camp program. Shares responsibility for...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Denver, CO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO
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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