Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Framingham, 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 (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Framingham, 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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General Manager

  • Crunchfitness-fitnessholdings
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Framingham, 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 (18 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (18 miles from Framingham, 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 5 days ago

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

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Fitness Director

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Education Bachelor's Degree Sports Fitness required or Bachelor's Degree Cardiopulmonary & Exercise Science required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required Can this role accept experience...

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Summer Day Camp Challenge Course Director - Camp Chickami

  • West Suburban YMCA
  • Wayland, MA (4 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Wayland, MA (4 miles from Framingham, 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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General Manager - LUG Sports - Boston League

  • LUG Sports
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 19 days ago

KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE - it's a simple statement that means so much to thousands of LUG athletes across North America. For many young adults, aging out of minor sports marks the end of their...

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Summer Camp Manager

  • Arlington Center for the Arts
  • Arlington, MA (15 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (15 miles from Framingham, 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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Health Club Manager

  • CoralTree Hospitality
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 26 days ago

Responsibilities Program Management Oversee all fitness programs, including: Group exercise Personal training Nutrition counseling Additional wellness offerings Maintain group exercise schedules, ensuring...

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Gym Manager

  • Anytime Fitness
  • Framingham, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 30+ days ago

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

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General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (19 miles from Framingham, 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 Learning Academy - Camp Director

  • YMCA of Greater Boston
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Summer Learning Academy - Camp Director Department: Child Development: Day Camp Employment Type: Full Time Location: Parkway Bear Camp Reporting To: Tyler Murphy Compensation: $24.00 - $30.00 /...

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Aquatics Director- Dorchester

  • YMCA of Greater Boston
  • Dorchestr Ctr, MA (18 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dorchestr Ctr, MA (18 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

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General Manager Social, Golf - Leadership Talent Network

  • Five Iron Golf
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (19 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 90+ 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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Summer Camp Manager

  • PedalHeads Bike Camps USA Inc
  • Belmont, MA (13 miles from Framingham, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Belmont, MA (13 miles from Framingham, 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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Demographic Data for Framingham, MA

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

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Framingham, 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 Framingham, 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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