Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Lauderhill, 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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PE Teacher/ Athletic Director

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (3 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (3 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 25 days ago

PE Teacher/ Athletic Director Published: 04/03/2025 Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida has an opening for a qualified Physical Education Teacher/ Athletic...

General Manager- New Club Opening

  • Boca Raton, FL (15 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (15 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary Life Time champions a healthy and happy life for its members. As the nations only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time delivers an unmatched athletic resort experience and...

Aquatics Director

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (3 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (3 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

In addition, the Aquatics Director will manage the Aquatics staff to include hiring and training of staff as well as ensuring that all safety and risk management procedures are followed....

Summer Camp Director - Miami Lakes Athletic Club

  • Miami Lakes, FL (18 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami Lakes, FL (18 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Miami Lakes Athletic Club is a 48,000 sq. ft. facility that offers a variety of exercise and workout equipment suitable for any level of athleticism....

Children Fitness Manager

  • Laud Lakes, FL (3 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laud Lakes, FL (3 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Flexible schedule Free uniforms Paid time off Life's too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way...

Assistant General Manager

  • Lauderhill, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lauderhill, FL
  • 60+ days ago

As a UFC Gym brand ambassador, the Assistant General Manager (AGM) represents UFC Gym and ensures Membership Specialists (MS) provide a welcoming, informative, differentiated, high energy, and...

Fitness Manager

  • Lauderhill, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lauderhill, FL
  • 60+ days ago

The Fitness Manager (FM) is responsible for ensuring a positive customer experience, both personally and through Coach supervision. FM's are responsible for delivering great member service and...

General Manager

  • Lauderhill, FL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lauderhill, FL
  • 60+ days ago

GENERAL SUMMARY: The General Manager (GM) has overall responsibility for effectively managing all membership, fitness, and operational functions within the gym to achieve financial success and...

Spa Manager

  • Weston, FL (12 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Weston, FL (12 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Wellness...

Assistant General Manager

  • Coral Springs, FL (10 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Coral Springs, FL (10 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment while pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Fitness Manager

  • Delray Beach, FL (22 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Delray Beach, FL (22 miles from Lauderhill, FL)
  • 90+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance At Retro...

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

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Lauderhill, FL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.7%
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 Lauderhill, 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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