Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

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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Aquatics Supervisor-Programming

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Skokie, IL (13 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL (13 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Department Team Members. You will offer great customer service and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities....

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General Manager Cyclebar Oak Park River Forest

  • Xponential Fitness
  • River Forest, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • River Forest, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

No matter where you are in your fitness journey, CycleBar will calm your mind, elevate your mood and revive your senses....

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Health Club General Manager

  • Anytime Fitness
  • Streamwood, IL (12 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (12 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

and fitness....

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Life Spa Manager

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary The Spa Manager leads the Spa and Salon services and retail staff in the promoting and providing of sales, services, and products that exceed customer expectations. They drive...

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JCC Apachi Day Camp Aquatics Director (Old Town)

  • JCC Chicago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Required Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification required Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification required (Employer-provided...

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Camp Director - All-Stars Sports and Beyond Summer Camp

  • Lake Forest
  • Lake Forest, IL (10 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (10 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago

The Camp Director is ultimately responsible for roughly 100 campers each day and must be able to manage staff and work with kids of all ages to conduct a safe, enjoyable and postive summer camp...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Mt Prospect, IL (4 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mt Prospect, IL (4 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Requirements 2 years of fitness facility and/or customer service-oriented management experience. Experience executing objectives quickly and effectively managing key KPIs....

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General Manager(OPRF)

  • Xponential Fitness
  • River Forest, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • River Forest, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago

No matter where you are in your fitness journey, CycleBar will calm your mind, elevate your mood and revive your senses....

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Cycle Studio General Manager

  • Xponential Fitness
  • Kildeer, IL (9 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kildeer, IL (9 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 12 days ago

No matter where you are in your fitness journey, CycleBar will calm your mind, elevate your mood and revive your senses....

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General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Requirements Minimum 2 years of fitness facility management experience. Experience with supervising a team....

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SPOT Camp Director

  • PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK
  • Highland Park, IL (10 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (10 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Benefits: Health & Fitness Membership Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal Beach Access Program and Facility Discounts on a variety of recreational activities including Golf and Racquet Sports....

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Sachs Recreation Center General Manager (Full-Time)

  • Deerfield Park District
  • Deerfield, IL (6 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (6 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 25 days ago

In addition, the position provides indirect supervision and leadership to approximately 75-85 part-time employees supporting customer service, facility operations, fitness, and maintenance functions...

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General Manager-Coming Soon!

  • Anytime Fitness
  • Countryside, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Countryside, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 28 days ago

At Anytime Fitness, our mission is to Make Healthy Happen!...

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Golf Division- General Manager

  • Five Iron Golf
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer's Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars,...

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements 2 years of fitness facility and/or customer service-oriented management experience. Experience executing objectives quickly and effectively managing key KPIs....

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Demographic Data for Arlington Heights, IL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports and Recreation General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Arlington Heights, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.0%
Master's Degree
26.5%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.4%
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 Arlington Heights, IL
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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