Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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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General Fitness Manager

  • ISSA
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Redefine Fitness Leadership. At GYMGUYZ, were not just changing workouts were changing lives....

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Volleyball Summer Camp Director

  • i9 Sports
  • Leesburg, VA (14 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA (14 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Responsive recruiter Job Title: Volleyball Summer Camp Director Location: Leesburg VA @ Loudoun Country Day School 20600 Red Cedar Dr, Leesburg VA 20175 Camp Dates: Monday-Fridays - 6 Weeks - June...

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Flag Football Assistant Camp Director

  • Marymount University
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Number: R3980 The Flag Football Assistant Camp Director responsibilities include: Organize and direct campers on and off the field/court Teach (sport) skills to campers Coach teams in camp...

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Fitness Director (Park/Rec Specialist II)

  • Fairfax County (VA)
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 10 days ago

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview; may include exercise....

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Spa Manager

  • Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa
  • Haymarket, VA (10 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Haymarket, VA (10 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Replies within 24 hours Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off...

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General Manager

  • Golds Gym DC Metro
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 17 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Consistently delivers a clean, crisp, friendly member and team member experience In charge of both the top and bottom lines of the P&L Lead team to achieve total fitness experience...

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Experienced Spa Director

  • Woodhouse Day Spa
  • Gainesville, VA (11 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Gainesville, VA (11 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 23 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discounts Paid time off Wellness resources Lead a Premier Luxury Spa in Gainesville, VA Woodhouse Spa Gainesville is seeking an...

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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 28 days ago

This position assists in managing and training all Aquatics Team Members....

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Group Fitness Manager, Tysons Corner

  • Equinox Group
  • Tysons Corner, VA (13 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (13 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Supervising the group fitness staff and operations of the group fitness program to ensure the highest level of programming and customer...

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Gym Director (Gymnastics facility)

  • The Little Gym
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Are you an...

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Aquatics Supervisor Programming.

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Centreville, VA (2 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Centreville, VA (2 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days 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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Assistant Spa Manager

  • Hand & Stone
  • Sterling, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Free food & snacks Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources Job Description: A...

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Senior Associate Athletic Director of Development

  • State of Virginia
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Department: Intercollegiate Athletics Classification: Administrative Faculty Job Category: Administrative or Professional Faculty Job Type: Full-Time Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)...

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General Manager

  • Goldfish Swim School
  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (21 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Trains and oversees aquatics department to provide superior swim instruction to the students of GSS....

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General Manager Social, Golf - Leadership Talent Network

  • Five Iron Golf
  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (23 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

Description Backed by Callaway Golf and Danny Meyer's Enlightened Hospitality Investments, Five Iron blends world-class technology with hospitality-driven service across its sports bars,...

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Demographic Data for Fairfax, VA

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205,142

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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 Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA
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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