Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Oklahoma

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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Executive Camp Director

  • Quapaw, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • Quapaw, OK
  • 9 days ago

Ability to exercise independent thinking and initiative. Ability to deal with complex situations or issues and make effective, timely and appropriate decisions....

Aquatics Director - Owasso YMCA

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 16 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years experience working in Aquatics Programming Current CPR/AED/First Aid/Lifeguard Certification Minimum 2-year Staff...

District Athletic Director

  • Ardmore, OK
  • 25 days ago
  • Ardmore, OK
  • 25 days ago

District Athletic Director Position Category Administration Position Type Athletic Director Posting Start Date 6/16/2025 Posting End Date 8/4/2025 Position Start Date 7/1/2025 School District...

Assistant General Manager

  • Edmond, OK
  • 29 days ago
  • Edmond, OK
  • 29 days ago

Certificates and Licenses: Lifeguard, CPR/AED and first Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended....

General Manager

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Pasadena, CA in 2017 by co-founders and friends, Katie Ownbey and Misa Dugally, STRIDE was created with the goal that clients of all ages and fitness levels could enjoy running and use this fundamental exercise...

25-26 Site Athletic Director

  • Norman, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching Date Posted: 5/19/2025 Location: NORMAN HIGH SCHOOL    Description: Care and Prevention...

General Manager

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 60+ days ago

management Previous experience with swim instruction Experience working with children and young families Knowledge of swimming pool maintenance operation (Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility...

Demographic Data for Oklahoma

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Oklahoma

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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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