Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Douglasville, GA

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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Assistant General Manager

  • Marietta, GA (17 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Marietta, GA (17 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 10 hours ago

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

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, GA (16 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a new spa in Smyrna, GA! We are growing rapidly and have become an addition to an already...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you must 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 Spa Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 21 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Spa Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 25 days ago

As a Spa Manager, you would be responsible for managing and administering the activities and services of all Spa-related operations (i.e Spa, Fitness Center, Salon, etc.) in the hotel's continuing...

General Manager, National Training Center

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

U.S. Soccer Overview The U.S. Soccer Federation exists in service to soccer. Our aim is to ignite a national passion for the game. Because we believe that soccer is more than a sport; it is a...

Gym Director

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Kennesaw, GA (21 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (21 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 45+ 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...

Gym Director

  • Marietta, GA (17 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (17 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are looking for! Why is The...

Pool Manager

  • Douglasville, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Douglasville, GA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary: The Part-Time Pool Manager oversees the daily operations of the Jessie Davis Park outdoor pool to ensure a safe, clean, and enjoyable environment for all patrons. Responsibilities...

Associate Athletic Director

  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (20 miles from Douglasville, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Type: Non-Faculty Position Title: Associate Athletic Director Position Number: E99967 Department: Athletics-General Location: Morehouse College - Atlanta, GA Position Summary: Under the...

Demographic Data for Douglasville, GA

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Douglasville, GA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Douglasville, GA 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 Douglasville, GA
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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