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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Athletic Director/Head Football Coach

  • Venus, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Venus, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Job Title: Director of Athletics/Head Football Coach Exemption Status/Test: Exemptt Reports to Superintendent Date Revised: 4-29-2025 Dept./School: Athletics Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the...

Spa Manager

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

ARE YOU AN EXCEPTIONAL BUSINESS-SALES MANAGER WITH A PASSION FOR THE SPA INDUSTRY? Ready to take your Spa Management experience to new levels? WELL LOOK NO FURTHER! We are an established,...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Murphy, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Murphy, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in Murphy is currently seeking an energetic and reliable Assistant Spa Manager to help us run our operation!...

Head Football/Athletic Director

  • Lometa, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Lometa, TX
  • 1 day ago

Description/Notes: Lometa ISD is seeking a driven and passionate High School Football Head Coach and Athletic Director to lead our athletic progam. The ideal candidate embodies strong leadership,...

Athletic Director- Option to Coach

  • Devine, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Devine, TX
  • 3 days ago

Devine ISD - Athletic Director- Option to Coach JOB DETAILS Region:20 School District/Employer:Devine ISD District Category/Employer:, Position:Director, Assignment Level:Level High School Middle...

Athletic Director

  • Fruitvale, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fruitvale, TX
  • 3 days ago

Athletic Director Fruitvale ISD Fruitvale ISD Administration Building - Fruitvale, Texas This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board, and Fruitvale Independent School District Job...

Athletic Director/Head Coach

  • Wildorado, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Wildorado, TX
  • 3 days ago

Athletic Director / Head Football and/or BasketballReports To: Superintendent and Principal(s)Teaching Field: Math Preferred (All other certifications/teacher fields considered)Position Type:...

Animal Care Supervisor - Aquatics

  • Waco, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 3 days ago

Cameron Park Zoo Animal Care Supervisor - Aquatics The Cameron Park Zoo Seeks A passionate and experienced animal care professional ready to take on a leadership role to join our team. We are...

General Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

FULL-TIME Full-time LOCATION 1513 West 18th Street Houston TX 77008 ABOUT US Celebrating over 40 years as an industry leader, 24 Hour Fitness is committed to creating a healthier, happier world...

Secondary Math Teacher with coaching duties, Possible Athletic Director

  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Wichita Falls, TX
  • 3 days ago

Secondary Math Teacher with coaching duties, Possible Athletic Director JobID: 9584 Position Type: High School Teaching/Mathematics-high school Date Posted: 4/25/2025 Location: Gold-Burg ISD Date...

Assistant General Manager

  • Midland, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 3 days ago

Title Assistant General Manager Description The Assistant General Manager will support the General Manager promote an environment of diversity and acceptance while creating a warm welcoming...

General Manager

  • Katy, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 4 days ago

General Manager 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Katy, TX 77494 Are you a talented leader with a caring heart? Are you looking for a career that is FUN, FULFILLING and REWARDING? If you have managerial...

YMCA Afterschool and Day Camp Program Director , Frisco

  • Frisco, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 4 days ago

We are hiring a full time Leadership Position working as a Program Director for our Childcare Division (Afterschool/Day Camp) at the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas. In this position, you will build...

Summer Camp Program, Director-Summer Transportation Institute

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 5 days ago

Summer Camp Program, Director-Summer Transportation Institute Responsibilities: Provide leadership for the participants for their particular days of focus - Land, Water or Air. Prepare a safety...

Assistant General Manager -Goliad

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 5 days ago

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic Assistant General Manager who loves fitness and the lifestyle around it. This role partners with our General Manager to...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
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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