Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Berkeley Heights, 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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Assistant Director of Sports Performance and Associate in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics and Physical Education Columbia University

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

s degree in Exercise science or related field. Working knowledge of force plate application, and data analytics....

Assistant Director of Sports Performance

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

League rules and regulations Valid Drivers License Preferred Qualifications: Successful experience in strength and conditioning preferably at the NCAA Division I or professional level Masters degree in Exercise...

Day Camp Director

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Location: New York Salary: $2,475 Biweekly The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves...

Director, Aquatics

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Audits and completes Aquatics payrolls. Delivers nationally sanctioned certification classes; including but not limited to Lifeguard Training and Water Safety Instructor training, when needed....

General Manager / Center Director / Fitness Director

  • Wayne, NJ (21 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (21 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Background in childrens programming, fitness, education, or athletics is a plus. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills....

Spa Manager, New York City

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for maximizing life - and...

Assistant General Manager, NYC

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Company Description OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for...

Spa Manager, New York City

  • New York City, NY (21 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York City, NY (21 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Company Description OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for...

Spa Director

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for managing and supervising all areas of the spa, including its programs, services, hours of operation, facilities and staff. Coordinates the delivery of spa services,...

General Manager Social - Food and Beverage All Locations

  • New York City, NY (21 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • New York City, NY (21 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Description Five Iron Golf is the country's premier indoor golf and entertainment experience, with 26 locations nationwide and more on the way. Five Iron Golf's core mission is to seamlessly meld...

Senior Director Of Sports & Creative Marketing

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF SPORTS & CREATIVE MARKETING Location New York, New York Country United States Region NY Metro Reference Number 9175 Position type Permanent Category Accessories Apparel Footwear...

General Manager - Clary Anderson Ice Arena

  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (14 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

GENERAL MANAGER - Clary Anderson Ice Arena Sports Facilities Management, LLC LOCATION: Montclair, NJ DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS REPORTS TO: REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER STATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT) ABOUT...

Physical Education/ Health Teacher/ Athletic Director

  • Jersey City, NJ (18 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (18 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Be up-to-date with training and certification in using an AEP and CPR; Ensure that a designated staff member trained in CPR/AED is present for athletic events and team practices....

Aquatics Director

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Maintain adequate staffing (recruiting, training, hiring, and evaluating) of Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Water Exercise Instructors to deliver programs....

Technical Director, Sports (Temporary)

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Berkeley Heights, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are When we say, the stuff dreams are made of, were not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Berkeley Heights, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Berkeley Heights, 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 Berkeley Heights, 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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