Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Ayer, MA

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

  • Crunch
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Aquatics Director

  • YMCA of Greater Boston
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Be an active participant of the Association Aquatics Team. Follow all Aquatics Quality and Safety guidelines consistently....

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Aquatics Director

  • YMCA
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 6 days ago

, aquatic fitness classes, private swim lessons, open swim and lap swim scheduling....

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Summer Day Camp Challenge Course Director - Camp Chickami

  • West Suburban YMCA
  • Wayland, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 19 days ago

We are hiring for a Summer Day Camp Challenge Course Director at Camp Chickami for the 2026 Summer season! Please apply here if you are interested in joining us for the 2026 summer season. YMCA...

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Summer Camp Manager

  • Arlington Center for the Arts
  • Arlington, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Arlington Center for the Arts 20 Academy Street Arlington, MA 02476 Date Posted: May 07, 2026 Region: Eastern Massachusetts Category: Administrative Type: Seasonal Summer Camp Manager Description:...

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Gym Manager

  • Anytime Fitness
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA (17 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

help members and guests improve their lives through health and fitness....

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General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (23 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 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....

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Nashua, NH (13 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 90+ 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...

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Summer Camp Manager

  • PedalHeads Bike Camps USA Inc
  • Belmont, MA (22 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Belmont, MA (22 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Looking for the dream summer job? Get paid to laugh, enjoy the outdoors and inspire kids to believe in themselves with Pedalheads this summer! We’re looking for people to join our dynamic,...

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General Manager

  • Stretch Zone
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Woburn, MA (21 miles from Ayer, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Also, an opportunity where you can advance your career in the fitness industry and become a certified stretch practitioner?...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Ayer, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Ayer, MA 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 Ayer, MA
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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