Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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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Day Camp Director - Seasonal

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Director at the Travers Island property located...

Day Camp Health Director - Seasonal

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Health Director at the Travers Island property...

Day Camp Aquatic Director - Seasonal

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Aquatics Director at the Travers Island property...

Assistant Director of Sports Communication

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Western Connecticut State University Intercollegiate Athletics Assistant Director of Sports Communication Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being...

Fitness Manager! Part and Full Time

  • Pleasantville, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 hours ago

Do Not Contact the Clubs* Our growing Anytime Fitness clubs in Westchester County are adding to the Team the best-of-the-best Gym Managers and Personal Trainers/Coaches. Part Time, or Full Time...

MASTER PROFILE: Gym Manager

  • Elmsford, NY (20 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (20 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Anytime Fitness is considered to be a premier place to work within the industry, where our mission is to help you Get to a Healthier Place! We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a...

Anytime Fitness Manager!

  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Do Not Contact the Clubs* Our growing Anytime Fitness clubs in Westchester County are adding to the Team the best-of-the-best Gym Managers and Personal Trainers/Coaches. Part Time, or Full Time...

Suffolk County Based General Manager

  • Elwood, NY (19 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Elwood, NY (19 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 15 days ago

General Manager Job Description: At Retro Fitness, Get Real is our promise of offering an honest, simple, non-intimidating approach to helping our community achieve their fitness goals. The...

Aquatics Supervisor (Temp/Seasonal)

  • Old Westbury, NY (24 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Old Westbury, NY (24 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 19 days ago

HealthFitness is hiring a temporary/seasonal Aquatics Supervisor to support our community client site located in Old Westbury, NY. Under the supervision of the Facility Director, you will be...

Gym Team Members! Hiring Now Full Time & Part Time

  • Pleasantville, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 21 days ago

AF is looking for a responsible Gym Attendant Team Members to take care of our Health Clubs; carry out cleaning, maintenance, and office duties. The goal is to keep our gyms exceptionally clean,...

Gym Managers Hiring New Team! SALES!

  • Bedford Hills, NY (14 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (14 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 27 days ago

Do Not Contact the Clubs Our growing Anytime Fitness clubs in Westchester County are adding to the Team the best-of-the-best Gym Managers and Personal Trainers/Coaches. Part Time, or Full Time...

Aquatics Director

  • Rye, NY (16 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 28 days ago
  • Rye, NY (16 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 28 days ago

Ability to exercise effective independent judgment and sound decision-making. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Essential Functions CORE FUNCTIONS: 1....

Aquatics Director

  • Weston, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Weston, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

The Aquatics Director is required to exercise considerable judgment in administering and managing the aquatic programs and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness...

General Manager

  • Harrison, NY (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrison, NY (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

General Purpose: Directs and oversees all aspects of club or facility including its activities and relationships between guests, associates and community. Has the ultimate responsibility for...

Seasonal/Temporary Spa Director at The Opus, Westchester

  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Seasonal/Temporary Spa Director at The Opus, Westchester Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,524 current hospitality jobs...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Norwalk, CT 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 Norwalk, CT
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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