Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Charleston, SC

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 Fitness Director

  • Crunch Fitness
  • Mt Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mt Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 6 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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Gym Director

  • The Little Gym
  • Charleston, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 23 days ago

Benefits: Health insurance stipend Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Lifes too short to...

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Charleston, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 90+ days ago

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for...

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Summer Camp Director - Recreation

  • Town of Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Mount Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, SC (6 miles from Charleston, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Summer Camp Director - RecreationJOB SUMMARYThe Camp Director will supervise camp counselors and aides, as well as responsible for the safety of our campers. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Oversees...

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FitLife General Manager

  • One & Only Fitness Consulting
  • Charleston, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 90+ days ago

Welcome to FitLife, Charleston, SC! The General Manager role is an exciting opportunity where you'll oversee all operations within the health club, manages and lead the team in acquiring...

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FitLife Assistant General Manager

  • One & Only Fitness Consulting
  • Charleston, SC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 90+ days ago

The Assistant General Manager is an exciting position that pays you to talk to people about fitness! This is a full-time position with competitive pay and commission....

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Charleston, SC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC
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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