Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Round Lake, 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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Health Club General Manager

  • Anytime Fitness
  • Streamwood, IL (22 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL (22 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 4 days ago

and fitness....

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Spa Manager

  • The Marcus Corporation
  • Lake Geneva, WI (23 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (23 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 6 days ago

This award-winning, all-seasons destination features over 746 guest accommodations, the WELL Spa & Salon, two championship golf courses, fitness facilities, a ski hill and terrain park, and 9 unique...

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Camp Director - All-Stars Sports and Beyond Summer Camp

  • Lake Forest
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Round Lake, 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 (21 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mt Prospect, IL (21 miles from Round Lake, 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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Cycle Studio General Manager

  • Xponential Fitness
  • Kildeer, IL (12 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kildeer, IL (12 miles from Round Lake, 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 (21 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Round Lake, 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 (18 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Round Lake, 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 (16 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (16 miles from Round Lake, 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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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (21 miles from Round Lake, 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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Assistant Spa Director

  • The Marcus Corporation
  • Lake Geneva, WI (23 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI (23 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Purpose: Assist the Director with all areas of spa operations. Essential Functions: Oversee the daily management of all spa operations and staff to include therapists, aestheticians, nail...

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General Manager

  • Xponential Fitness
  • Kildeer, IL (12 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kildeer, IL (12 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ 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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Camp Program Director

  • YMCA
  • Burlington, WI (21 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlington, WI (21 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Empowering Camp Experiences, Building Lifelong Connections - YMCA Camp MacLean is hiring a Camp Program Director! The Camp Program Director coordinates and directs the program use of YMCA Camp...

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Recreation Program Manager

  • Park Dist Of Highland Park
  • Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care) Ten (10) Paid Federal Holidays Paid Vacation Three (3) Floating Holidays Twelve (12) Paid Sick Days Incentivized Wellness Program Health & Fitness...

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Regional General Manager - Ravina Green Country Club

  • Invited
  • Riverwoods, IL (16 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (16 miles from Round Lake, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much...

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General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Round Lake, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Round Lake, IL
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Round Lake, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Round Lake, 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 Round Lake, 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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