Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Belvidere, NJ

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

  • Easton, PA (11 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Easton, PA (11 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Position Summary Life Time champions a healthy and happy life for its members. As the nation's only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time delivers an unmatched athletic resort experience and...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (20 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ (20 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

(CPO) or ability to obtain within 90 days a Preferred: a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or similar aquatic teaching certification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: a Proficient in staff scheduling and...

General Manager

  • Belvidere, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Belvidere, NJ
  • 22 days ago

Conduct daily walk through to ensure the facility is safe and presentable and that courtesy and efficiency are being exercised throughout. See company Golf manuals for guidelines....

General Manager (WA)

  • Washington, NJ (4 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, NJ (4 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

You maintain managerial oversight for all departments (Membership Sales, Front Desk Personnel, Personal Training, Edge Kids, Group Exercise and Maintenance) and communicates regularly with department...

Assistant General Manager (WA)

  • Washington, NJ (4 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, NJ (4 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Who We ARE: When you work at the Best. Gym. Ever, you join the Best. Team. Ever. You'll walk into our clean and spacious gyms with a smile on your face and a pep in your step because you know you...

Fitness Manager (WA)

  • Washington, NJ (4 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, NJ (4 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Science, Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology) or equivalent experience strongly preferred 2 years related sales experience 2 years' experience in the fitness industry 2+ years of leadership and people...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a new spa in Hand & Stone - Flemington! We are growing rapidly and have become an addition to an...

Assistant Director for Sports Medicine

  • Bethlehem, PA (24 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (24 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

This full-time position within the Athletics Staff department offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall well-being of our student-athletes....

Assistant General Manager of Production Operations

  • Phillipsburg, NJ (10 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ (10 miles from Belvidere, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

Exercise sound judgment and autonomy to make decisions that align with organizational goals, resolve issues promptly, and escalate critical situations immediately to ensure operational continuity....

Demographic Data for Belvidere, NJ

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Belvidere, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Belvidere, NJ 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 Belvidere, NJ
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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