Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Loveland, 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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Director of Sports Nutrition

  • Fort Collins, CO (16 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO (16 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Bachelors degree in clinical nutrition, health/exercise science or nutrition-related field Minimum of three years of experience administering a sports nutrition program preferably in intercollegiate...

Assistant Pool Manager

  • Gilcrest, CO (21 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Gilcrest, CO (21 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 19 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: Valley High School Date Available: 06/09/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Fort Collins, CO (16 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO (16 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 20 days ago

Spavia Foothills is seeking someone with a passion for the spa industry and is interested in growth with our fast-growing company. We are an independently owned and operated luxury day spa located...

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance

  • Boulder, CO (22 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 25 days ago
  • Boulder, CO (22 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 25 days ago

Please apply by April 20, 2025 for consideration. The University of Colorado Athletics department encourages applications for a Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance! This position...

Assistant Pool Manager-Winona-Seasonal

  • Loveland, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Must possess the ability to make sound judgments, exercise conflict resolution, and exhibit patience when dealing with stressful and/or disciplinary situations....

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Boulder, CO (22 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boulder, CO (22 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

Assistant Day Camp Director - Middle School (Grades 6-9) - Seasonal

  • Loveland, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Exercise appropriate conflict resolution skills with camp participants and staff. Exhibit patience when dealing with stressful situations. Operate a 15 passenger City van with provided training....

Assistant Day Camp Director (Grades K-5) - Seasonal

  • Loveland, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Loveland, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Exercise appropriate conflict resolution skills with camp participants and staff. Exhibit patience when dealing with stressful situations....

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Fort Collins, CO (16 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO (16 miles from Loveland, CO)
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Loveland, CO

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

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Loveland, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
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 Loveland, 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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