Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Piscataway, 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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Associate Athletic Director - Cap Management and Strategy

  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Athletic Director - Cap Management and Strategy for Athletics Compliance. Among the key duties of the position are the following:...

Associate Athletic Director - Cap Management and Strategy Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (4 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Athletic Director Cap Management and Strategy for Athletics Compliance. Among the key duties of the position...

Associate Athletic Director - Cap Management and Strategy

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Associate Athletic Director Cap Management and Strategy for Athletics Compliance. Among the key duties of the position are the following:...

Therapeutic Area Senior Medical Director, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Overview About Pacira Pacira BioSciences, Inc. is a leading provider of non-opioid pain management and regenerative health solutions dedicated to improving outcomes for health care practitioners...

Fitness Manager

  • Green Brook, NJ (3 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Green Brook, NJ (3 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Knowledge of anatomy, functional exercise, basic nutrition, and basic exercise science Conducts Fitness Assessments according to Company protocol Educates members on current health and fitness issues...

Therapeutic Area Senior Medical Director, Sports M

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

at PACIRA PHARMACEUTICALS INC in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, United States Job Description Overview About Pacira Pacira BioSciences, Inc. is a leading provider of non-opioid pain management...

Substitute Pool Manager

  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities Date Posted: 5/1/2025 Location: Princeton Middle School Date Available: 07/01/2025-06/30/2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled   Additional Information:...

Fitness Facility General Manager

  • Montclair, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Retro Fitness Montclair is a premier fitness center dedicated to helping our...

Spa Manager

  • Hillsborough, NJ (12 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (12 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Job Description: Do people often describe you as a dynamic leader or fantastic motivator? Have you always wanted to have the power to be hands-on and develop an amazing culture in your workplace?...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Hillsborough, NJ (12 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (12 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Hillsborough is growing rapidly! We are currently seeking an energetic and reliable Assistant Spa Manager to help us run our...

Director of Spa

  • Peapack, NJ (14 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • Peapack, NJ (14 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

General Manager/Facility Manager

  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (23 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

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

General Manager

  • Marlboro, NJ (19 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ (19 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 30+ 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 (18 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (18 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Maintains current certifications and stays up-to-date professionally on the aquatics and management field....

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance & Internal Operations

  • Lawrenceville, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrenceville, NJ (22 miles from Piscataway, NJ)
  • 30+ 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...

Demographic Data for Piscataway, NJ

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

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Piscataway, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.7%
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 Piscataway, 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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