Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Freehold, 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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Fitness Manager

  • Howell, NJ (7 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Howell, NJ (7 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

At Retro Fitness, "Get Real" is our promise of offering an honest, simple, non-intimidating approach to helping our community achieve their fitness goals. The Fitness Manager will ensure that...

General Manager/Facility Manager

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 12 days ago

The General Manager will also exercise discretion of and independent judgement with respect to matters of significance within the Retro Fitness Outlet....

Athletic Director

  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Judgment and Integrity: Exercise excellent judgment, maintain high ethical standards, and uphold scholar confidentiality....

General Manager

  • Marlboro, NJ (6 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ (6 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 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....

General Manager NY-Staten Island-10306 04-05-25

  • Staten Island, NY (24 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (24 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

General Manager Goldfish Swim School - Staten Island South General Manager FULL TIME GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL - STATEN ISLAND SOUTH Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training &...

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance & Internal Operations

  • Lawrenceville, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, NJ (22 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Rider University, an NCAA Division I institution and member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) invites applications for a Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance & Internal...

Director of Sports Medicine

  • West Long Branch, NJ (15 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • West Long Branch, NJ (15 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

appropriately, Must have an understanding of the University's concern for academics as well as athletic excellence Required Years of Experience: 5 Other Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Exercise...

Pool Manager

  • Manasquan, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Manasquan, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Description FOUR SEASONS AT WALL HOA, INC. POOL MANAGER DUTIES 2025 Introduction Hours: 11:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on Fridays and Sundays. Saturdays hours are from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM due to Hotdog...

Assistant General Manager

  • Tinton Falls, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tinton Falls, NJ (14 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 90+ 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....

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Farmingdale, NJ (6 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Farmingdale, NJ (6 miles from Freehold, NJ)
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Freehold, NJ

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

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Freehold, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
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 Freehold, 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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