Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Barnesville, MD

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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General Manager

  • Vienna, VA (24 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (24 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Free uniforms Health, Wellness and Fitness Professionals Compensation / Perks: Commission and bonus opportunities Paid In-house training...

General Manager

  • Ashburn, VA (15 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (15 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 7 days ago

General Manager Job Description General Managers are responsible for meeting studio sales goals, membership renewals and ancillary service goals by pre-planning with strategic new customer...

Assistant Fitness Director

  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 7 days ago

CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required Minimum 5 years of personal training and at least 1 year in a leadership role Preferred: Additional specialty certifications (CSCS, TPI, RacquetFit) Compensation...

Assistant Gym Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (10 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (10 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Free uniforms Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids and are looking for a way to...

General Manager

  • Oakton, VA (23 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Oakton, VA (23 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Company Description Club Pilates is the largest premium network of group Pilates studios in the world, with a mission to make Pilates accessible to more people through franchise opportunities....

Sr. Mgr, Associate Creative Director, Sports

  • Herndon, VA (17 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (17 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 19 days ago

The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies ; exercising sound judgment ; working effectively, safely and inclusively with...

General Manager Job Silver Spring, MD

  • Silver Spring, MD (23 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (23 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 21 days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job The General Manager at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy (DDGNA) is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the daily operations, planning,...

Assistant General manager

  • Laytonsville, MD (11 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 25 days ago
  • Laytonsville, MD (11 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 25 days ago

Club Location: Montgomery Country Club - Laytonsville, MD Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We...

Athletic Director/PE & Health Teacher (2025/26)

  • Barnesville, MD
  • 29 days ago
  • Barnesville, MD
  • 29 days ago

Athletic Director/PE & Health Teacher, Full-time, 10 months, Exempt (salaried) Salary Range: $70,000-$76,750 Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences seeks a dynamic educator to join our faculty for...

Assistant General Manager MD-Silver Spring-20904 05-02-25

  • Silver Spring, MD (23 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (23 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Everyone in our building is lifeguard CPR & AED certified and all management team members will also obtain their Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification You will direct and oversee the implementation...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA (16 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources Job Description: A...

Chevy Chase Club General Manager/COO

  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (22 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Chevy Chase Club General Manager/COO Job Category:GM/COO Club:Chevy Chase Club Location:Chevy Chase, MD GENERAL MANAGER/CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER PROFILE: CHEVY CHASE CLUB CHEVY CHASE, MD GENERAL...

Assistant General Manager MD-Frederick-21703 04-17-25

  • Frederick, MD (15 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD (15 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Everyone in our building is lifeguard CPR & AED certified, so you must be able to swim, passing a basic swim test (50 yards) to earn your certification....

General Manager

  • Gaithersburg, MD (11 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (11 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 60+ 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...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Leesburg, VA (18 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Leesburg, VA (18 miles from Barnesville, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Come join The Woodhouse Day Spas, voted Americas best day spa in 2012 and 2013 by American Spa Magazine! We are hiring for a full time Assistant Manager The Woodhouse Day Spa strives to create a...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Barnesville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Barnesville, MD 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 Barnesville, MD
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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