Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Assistant General Manager

  • The Edge Fitness Clubs
  • Media, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Media, PA
  • 2 days ago

Combine your passion for fitness and love of people into your career at The Edge Fitness Clubs! What We LOVE: People. Fitness. Teamwork. Fun. Changing Lives....

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General Manager (WY)

  • The Edge Fitness Clubs
  • Wayne, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wayne, PA
  • 2 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...

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Aquatics Supervisor-Programming

  • Life Time Fitness
  • PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • PA
  • 18 hours ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Department Team Members. You will offer great customer service and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities....

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General Manager

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Penn, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Penn, PA
  • 4 days ago

We operate over 110 fitness centers around the United States and Canada, most of which operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day....

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Summer Lifeguard / Pool Manager

  • AquaSafe Pool Management
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 5 days ago

Lifeguards ensure proper pool water chemicals, record keeping and maintaining a clean and enjoyable aquatics facility....

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Spa Manager

  • Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
  • North Wales, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 7 days ago

effectively Comfortable analyzing reports and using performance metrics to drive decisions Positive attitude with the ability to build strong relationships with staff and guests Spa, wellness, or fitness...

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Assistant Manager - Spa

  • FRENCH LICK RESORT
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 8 days ago

The Assistant Manager - Spa is responsible for supervising the daily activities and duties of spa employees. The Assistant Manager - Spa provides exceptional leadership and business skills to...

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Fitness Director

  • Camp Starlight
  • Starlight, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Starlight, PA
  • 12 days ago

Fitness Director For A Top Quality Sleep-Away Camp!...

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Assistant Spa Manager

  • Four Seasons
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 13 days ago

Discounted Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Parking and Septa access City Fitness membership Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S....

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Fitness Manager

  • Retro Fitness
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 15 days ago

Conduct new member fitness assessments. Operations Coordinate and work within club support functions of Fitness, Sales, Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology....

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General Manager

  • Crunchfitness-fitnessholdings
  • Norristown, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Norristown, PA
  • 16 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....

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Assistant General Manager

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 20 days ago

If youre passionate about fitness, leadership, and delivering an exceptional experience, wed love to hear from you....

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Fitness Center Director

  • Presbyterian Senior Living
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 28 days ago

organization required; ACSM, NSCA, ACE or NASM Prior experience with aquatic therapy preferred Prior program development and planning experience preferred Health/fitness operations experience preferred...

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General Manager

  • Fitness Ventures
  • North Versailles, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • North Versailles, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Position Requirements Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Location North Versailles About the Organization Fitness Ventures LLC is a development company, owning CRUNCH Fitness franchise locations and territories...

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Spa Director

  • Four Seasons
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

About the Role The Spa Director leads the Spa and Fitness operations, ensuring an exceptional guest experience while driving business performance....

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports and Recreation General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.0%
Master's Degree
26.5%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
High School or GED
2.4%
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 Pennsylvania
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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