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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Pool Manager

  • Loews Hotels
  • Arlington, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 6 hours ago

training equipment and the design of an aerobics/health fitness instructional programs....

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Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Potranco

  • Taymax
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 hours ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

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Recreation Supervisor- Aquatics

  • City Of League City
  • League City, TX
  • 8 hours ago
  • League City, TX
  • 8 hours ago

- wide park and recreation aquatic program....

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Luxury Spa Director: Lead, Grow & Delight Guests

  • Woodhouse Spa - Cedar Park
  • Gainesville, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Gainesville, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Woodhouse Spa - Cedar Park seeks an experienced Spa Director to lead its premier luxury spa in Gainesville, Texas. The successful candidate will oversee operations, inspire a high-performing team,...

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General Manager - Floater

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

A degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field may satisfy this requirement in lieu of a certification, subject to qualification and approval....

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District Fitness Manager - Dallas

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

(PT,) Group Exercise Classes (GX,) and Small Group Training Serve as subject matter expert on field fitness operations and provide consultation on district strategies Partner with Fitness Operations...

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Spa Manager

  • Hand & Stone
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Benefits: Free monthly massage or facial 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Paid time off Training & development Wellness resources Spa Manager:...

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Summer Camp Director

  • City of Texarkana
  • Texarkana, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Texarkana, TX
  • 2 days ago

SUPERVISION EXERCISED None. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists and oversees Summer Camp operations from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. for approximately 6 weeks....

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ABOUT REVELXP REVELXP is a premier sports hospitality company. We work with hundreds of college and professional teams and major sporting events to deliver exceptional fan experiences, including...

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Medical Fitness Director

  • University Medical Center
  • El Paso, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 2 days ago

associated with the assigned UMC Medical Fitness....

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General Manager - Floater

  • 24 Hour Fitness Worldwide, Inc.
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sports Management, Exercise Science, Kinesiology or a related field....

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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Town of Flower Mound (TX)
  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 3 days ago

Must be currently certified in / as CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, and Lifeguarding Instructor; or, must obtain these certifications within 120 days...

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Planet Fitness - Assistant General Manager - Converse

  • Taymax
  • Converse, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Converse, TX
  • 5 days ago

With more than 2,000 locations, Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and most popular fitness chains in the world....

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Medical Fitness Director

  • UMC Health System
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 5 days ago

associated with the assigned UMC Medical Fitness....

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Pool Manager

  • City of Leander
  • Leander, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Leander, TX
  • 5 days ago

Assists Aquatic & Recreation Coordinator in the hiring procedures. Assists Aquatic & Recreation Coordinator with aquatic events....

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.0%
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 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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