Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Concord, NC

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

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 8 hours ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment while pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Selma Burke - Middle School Athletic Director

  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Selma Burke - Middle School Athletic Director Mooresville Graded School District Selma Burke Middle School - Mooresville, North Carolina This job is also posted in Mooresville Graded School...

General Manager - University

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary Do you have a passion for fitness and for changing the lives of the team around you through leadership? At Fitness Connection we believe in a high-value, low-cost model that...

Spa Director

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 9 days ago

The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway Charlotte, NC 28277 244 Room Hotel Managed By Northwood Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

TPG - General Manager, NCHSAA/NCISAA

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Description TPG believes in the high school experience and how it positively shapes our next generation. It is our mission to support this cause by connecting its community to organizations and...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Concord, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Concord, NC
  • 18 days ago

Pay: $19 per hour At Great Wolf, the Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for strengthening our lifeguard team through the delivery of superior service and safety. This person will be expected to...

Athletic Director

  • Monroe, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Monroe, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 20 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: To manage and coordinate the school district athletic activities and sports programs to promote athletics and physical fitness as positive extra-curricular activities, and to ensure...

High School Athletic Director/Teacher

  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 22 days ago

High School Athletic Director/Teacher Iredell-Statesville School District Lake Norman High School - Mooresville, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs Job Details...

School Athletic Director

  • Salisbury, NC (23 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Salisbury, NC (23 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 24 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities of the Athletic Director The principal of each high school and middle school in the Rowan-Salisbury School System is responsible for all activities of the school,...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 27 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Employee discounts Opportunity for advancement Come join Woodhouse Spa in SouthPark!!! We are hiring a full time Assistant Spa Manager! Woodhouse Spa strives to create a unique...

Middle School Athletic Director

  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (21 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 27 days ago

Middle School Athletic Director Reports to: Middle School Principal Summary: This position is in addition to a teacher's regularly assigned duties at his/her school. The teacher who serves as...

Assistant General Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment while pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

Athletic Director

  • Kannapolis, NC (11 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kannapolis, NC (11 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Athletic Director Kannapolis City Schools A. L. Brown High School - Kannapolis, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs Job Details Job ID:5025433 Application...

Athletic Director (25-26) Teacher-TBD

  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (20 miles from Concord, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Athletic Director (25-26) Teacher-TBD William Amos Hough High P.O. Box 30035 Charlotte, NC 28230 Non Instructional/Support Services Job Number... Start Date Open Date03/17/2025 Closing...

Demographic Data for Concord, NC

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Concord, NC

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Concord, NC 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 Concord, NC
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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