Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Bethlehem, PA

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 Center Director

  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Bachelor's degree in a health related science or equivalent experience required Certification from nationally recognized health/fitness organization required; ACSM, NSCA, ACE or NASM Prior experience with aquatic...

Aquatics Director

  • Colmar, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Colmar, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Oversee all aquatic group exercise classes and programs including, but not limited to scheduling, staffing, promotion, and quality. Coordinate all trainings and certifications held through the Y....

General Manager

  • Easton, PA (13 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Easton, PA (13 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Position Summary Life Time champions a healthy and happy life for its members. As the nation's only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time delivers an unmatched athletic resort experience and...

General Manager

  • Belvidere, NJ (24 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Belvidere, NJ (24 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 22 days ago

Conduct daily walk through to ensure the facility is safe and presentable and that courtesy and efficiency are being exercised throughout. See company Golf manuals for guidelines....

Gym Director

  • Trexlertown, PA (12 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Trexlertown, PA (12 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 23 days ago

Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are looking for! Why is The...

General Manager (WA)

  • Washington, NJ (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, NJ (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

You maintain managerial oversight for all departments (Membership Sales, Front Desk Personnel, Personal Training, Edge Kids, Group Exercise and Maintenance) and communicates regularly with department...

Assistant General Manager (WA)

  • Washington, NJ (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, NJ (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Who We ARE: When you work at the Best. Gym. Ever, you join the Best. Team. Ever. You'll walk into our clean and spacious gyms with a smile on your face and a pep in your step because you know you...

Fitness Manager (WA)

  • Washington, NJ (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, NJ (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Science, Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology) or equivalent experience strongly preferred 2 years related sales experience 2 years' experience in the fitness industry 2+ years of leadership and people...

General Manager in Training - Allentown

  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA (5 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance...

Advanced Aquatics Director

  • Boyertown, PA (23 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boyertown, PA (23 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Essential Functions Provide leadership in the delivery of quality within the YMCA aquatic department....

Assistant Director for Sports Medicine

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 90+ days ago

This full-time position within the Athletics Staff department offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the overall well-being of our student-athletes....

Assistant General Manager of Production Operations

  • Phillipsburg, NJ (14 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ (14 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Exercise sound judgment and autonomy to make decisions that align with organizational goals, resolve issues promptly, and escalate critical situations immediately to ensure operational continuity....

Athletic Director High School

  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Bethlehem, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

School Full-time w/benefits LOCATION: Central Bucks High School - West AVAILABLE: July 1, 2025 COMPENSATION: Salary in accordance with Administrative Compensation Plan DESCRIPTION: The Director of Athletics...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Bethlehem, PA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Bethlehem, PA 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 Bethlehem, PA
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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