Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Apopka, FL

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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Spa Manager: The Villages - Middleton

  • Middleton, FL (23 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middleton, FL (23 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Paid time off Training & development Wellness resources Job Summary: At Hand &...

General Manager, National Campus

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Who We Are We are Tennis! The USTA (United States Tennis Association) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the leader in promoting and developing the sports growth on every...

Spa Director at The Spa at World Center Marriott

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking a Spa Director. The Spa Director is responsible for the day-to day operations of the facility to include:...

General Manager

  • Apopka, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Apopka, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Forest Lake Golf Club: Originally opened in early 1995. Forest Lake encompasses 229 acres of Florida's sandy ridges. The superb sandy loam soils provide for drainage, a wide variety of trees, and...

Aquatics Superintendent

  • Winter Garden, FL (7 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (7 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Join the team at The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando, where every day is an adventure! Located just six miles from Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, we offer employees the chance to be part of a...

General Manager

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 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....

Spa Manager

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description: We are currently seeking an energetic and reliable Spa Manager to help us run our operation in [Hand & Stone - Dr Phillips/Windermere! Do people often describe you as a dynamic...

Assistant General Manager

  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL (11 miles from Apopka, FL)
  • 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....

Demographic Data for Apopka, FL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Apopka, FL

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Apopka, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.8%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.6%
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 Apopka, FL
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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