Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Texas

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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Sports Director

  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Salary Confidential Position range in Wichita County $31k - $59k Per Year Sports Director KAUZ-TV Occupation: Media Programming Directors Location: Wichita Falls, TX - 76309 Positions available: 1...

Fitness Director

  • Southlake, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Southlake, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Audit Group Exercise classes to ensure the quality and diversity of program offerings. Supervision, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training of fitness positions....

Assistant General Manager

  • Lantana, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Lantana, TX
  • 2 days ago

Club Location: Lantana Golf Club - Lantana, TX Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We are an...

Director of Spa - Vspa at Hilton Anatole

  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Hilton Anatole is currently hiring a Director of Spa. This role is responsible for directing and administering the activities and services of all Spa-related operations (i.e. Spa, Fitness...

Gym Director

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 2 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...

Assistant Pool Manager

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 2 days ago

Communication: Coordinate with Pool Manager and Aquatics Supervisor to resolve issues during shifts....

Horn Creek Summer Camp Manager- Male

  • Van, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Van, TX
  • 3 days ago

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

Fitness Director

  • Arlington, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 3 days ago

personal training certification from a nationally accredited certifying body including but not limited to ACE, AFAA, NASM, NSCA, and ACSM OR a Bachelors Degree or higher in a related field such as Exercise...

General Manager

  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 days ago

Benefits:Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryEmployee discountsOpportunity for advancementTraining & developmentManager We are looking for a passionate fitness professional to join our...

General Manager, Austin

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Company Description OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the world's most influential, experiential, and differentiated lifestyle brands. We restlessly seek what is next for...

Senior Aquatic Director

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 days ago

Aquatics Team includes Swim Instructors, Slide Attendants, Lifeguards, and Seasonal Aquatic Coordinators....

Fitness Manager

  • Frisco, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 5 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Elevate, Inspire, and...

Program Director, Adventure Guides/Assistant Camp Director

  • Coppell, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Coppell, TX
  • 9 days ago

The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, established in 1885, consists of 16 branches and 2 destination camps - all dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected, and secure children, adults,...

General Manager, River Oaks

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago

General Manager, River Oaks Equinox - 3.5 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time Estimated: $79.8K - $95.5K a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Computer literacy Human resources Organizational skills...

General Manager

  • Fairview, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairview, TX
  • 10 days ago

General Purpose: Manages all aspects of the Club including its activities and the relationships between the Club, Troon Golf, Ownership group, and/ or the Board of Directors, members, guests,...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.1%
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 Texas
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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