Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Phoenixville, 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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High School Athletic Director

  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (21 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 9 days ago

& AED/First Aid (2 years)....

Fitness Center Director

  • Doylestown, PA (21 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (21 miles from Phoenixville, 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...

Camp and Sports Program Director

  • Lionville, PA (9 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lionville, PA (9 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Areas of focus may be health/wellness, aquatics, teens, childcare, and/or other program area(s). Recruits, trains and supports assigned staff and volunteers....

Aquatics Director

  • Colmar, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Colmar, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, 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....

Assistant Spa Manager

  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a...

Senior Aquatics Director

  • Havertown, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Havertown, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 17 days ago

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

Sr VP, General Manager Radio

  • Media, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Media, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 22 days ago

Job Title: Senior Vice President & General Manager, Radio Department: KSE Media/Radio Business Unit: Location: Lone Tree, CO Reports To: Chief Operating Officer Employment Type: Full Time -...

Director of Camp and Sports

  • Coatesville, PA (20 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Coatesville, PA (20 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 23 days ago

Areas of focus may be health/wellness, aquatics, teens, childcare, and/or other program area(s). Recruits, trains and supports assigned staff and volunteers....

Advanced Aquatics Director

  • Springfield, PA (16 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Springfield, PA (16 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Maintains the highest safety standards in every aspect of aquatic operations. 5....

Spa Manager

  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Spavia King of Prussia is seeking someone with a passion for the spa industry and is interested in growth with our fast-growing company. We are an independently owned and operated luxury day spa...

Assistant General Manager (MD)

  • Media, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Media, PA (15 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 27 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...

Spa Manager Job King of Prussia, PA

  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (6 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love This Job Spavia King of Prussia is seeking someone with a passion for the spa industry and is interested in growth with our fast-growing company. We are an independently...

General Manager (WR)

  • Warrington, PA (20 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Warrington, PA (20 miles from Phoenixville, 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 (PM)

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (11 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (11 miles from Phoenixville, 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...

General Manager (PM)

  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (11 miles from Phoenixville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA (11 miles from Phoenixville, 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...

Demographic Data for Phoenixville, PA

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

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Phoenixville, 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 Phoenixville, 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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