Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Barrington, 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 (part-time)

  • Barrington, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Barrington, IL
  • 1 day ago

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification OSHA compliant Adult/Child First Aid/CPR/AED from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, National Safety Council, or American Safety...

General Manager- Evanston, IL

  • Evanston, IL (24 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (24 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At TOCA, we are passionate about people and the power of sport. We believe in creating an environment that becomes the "third home" for our guests - where they learn, where they live, and where...

Aquatics Supervisor (part-time)

  • Barrington, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Barrington, IL
  • 3 days ago

exercise classes.You will also be responsible for program implementation of swim lessons, budget management, and marketing/communication....

Aquatics Supervisor - Family Swim

  • Northbrook, IL (16 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (16 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

General Manager

  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (21 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 25 days ago

General Manager Company: Anytime Fitness Location: Wheaton, IL Date Posted: 5/18/25, 1:54 AM At Anytime Fitness, our mission is to Make Healthy Happen! We are seeking a highly motivated individual...

Aquatics Supervisor (Full-Time, Exempt)

  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Position Type: Aquatics - Supervisory/ Aquatics Supervisor Date Posted: 5/20/2025 Location: Park Center 2400 Chestnut    JOB OPPORTUNITY with the Glenview Park District: Aquatics...

Athletic Director

  • Elgin, IL (10 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (10 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Administration - Certified Date Posted: 5/13/2025 Location: Larkin High School Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    Position / Title: Director of...

General Manager (Kildeer)

  • Kildeer, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kildeer, IL
  • 45+ days ago

CycleBar is seeking a General Manager for our state-of-the-art location in Kildeer. Our General Managers are passionate about fitness and delivering a superior experience. They prioritize driving...

District Group Fitness Manager

  • Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Are you looking to combine work, fitness and fun? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead and inspire people? Are you energetic, and enthusiastic about helping people meet their fitness goals?...

Fitness Manager

  • Round Lake Beach, IL (12 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Round Lake Beach, IL (12 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 45+ 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....

Camp Director - Glenview All-Stars: Athletics Camp

  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Camp Positions (Summer Only)/ Camp Director (Summer Only) Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Park Center    JOB OPPORTUNITY with the Glenview Park District: Camp Director...

General Manager

  • Lake Barrington, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Barrington, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Landscapes Golf Management is looking for a General Manager to lead the team and operations at Lake Barrington Shores Golf Club in Northwest Chicago. FACILITY DESCRIPTION Lake Barrington Shores...

General Manager

  • West Dundee, IL (8 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • West Dundee, IL (8 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Canlan Sports is the largest private-sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company's success in the sports and recreation industry is attributed to a...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Lake Barrington, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lake Barrington, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Work is normally performed without direct supervision and an individual must be able to exercise independent judgment in meeting various situations....

Early Childhood Camp Director (Part-Time, Seasonal)

  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL (17 miles from Barrington, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Preschool Date Posted: 2/13/2025 Location: Park Center 2400 Chestnut    JOB OPPORTUNITY with the Glenview Park District: Early Childhood Camp Director (Part-Time, Seasonal)...

Demographic Data for Barrington, IL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Barrington, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Barrington, IL 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 Barrington, 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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