Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Ipswich, 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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General Manager

  • Crunchfitness-fitnessholdings
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, 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

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Danvers, MA (9 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danvers, MA (9 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Aquatics experience preferred Leadership and value alignment are critical Success in this Role Looks Like: A safe, high-quality swim environment Strong staff retention and engagement Consistent execution...

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Aquatics Director - Haverhill YMCA

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Haverhill, MA (13 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (13 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Show on map) May 28, 2026 Description Now Hiring: Aquatics Director Are you an experienced leader with a passion for aquatics, safety, and community impact?...

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Aquatics Director

  • YMCA of Greater Boston
  • Woburn, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, 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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Director of Aquatics & Water Safety - Ma

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Marblehead, MA (12 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (12 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 12 days ago

As our Director of Aquatics & Water Safety, you'll take the lead in shaping a safe, efficient, and welcoming aquatic environment....

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Recreational Gymnastics Director - Bever

  • YMCA of the North Shore
  • Beverly, MA (7 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Beverly, MA (7 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Description Beverly YMCA - Recreational Gymnastics Director Are you passionate about gymnastics and excited to lead programs that inspire youth to grow in confidence, strength, and skill? Do you...

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General Manager - LUG Sports - Andover League

  • LUG Sports
  • North Andover, MA (12 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • North Andover, MA (12 miles from Ipswich, 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 (24 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (24 miles from Ipswich, 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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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Malden, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 25 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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Aquatics Supervisor

  • //none
  • Ipswich, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ipswich, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Reporting Structure Reports to the Aquatics Director May report to the Fitness Director in the absence of a Aquatics Director Day to Day Communicate with members regularly and promote aquatic club activities...

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General Manager

  • Stretch Zone
  • Woburn, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Woburn, MA (20 miles from Ipswich, 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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Camp Simchah Summer Camp Director (Seasonal position)

  • JCCs of North America
  • Marblehead, MA (12 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marblehead, MA (12 miles from Ipswich, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Camp Simchah Director Position Overview The Camp Simchah Director provides leadership, vision, and oversight for Camp Simchah. This role is responsible for planning, staffing, marketing, and...

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Seasonal Assistant Camp Director (Crane Estate)

  • The Trustees
  • Ipswich, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ipswich, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Who We Are: Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees...

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

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Ipswich, 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 Ipswich, 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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