Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Mercer Island, WA

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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Spa Manager

  • Auburn, WA (17 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (17 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 2 days ago

WE'RE DOUBLING DOWN ON YOUR FUTURE Competitive salary starting at $73,492.92 with discretionary performance bonuses 2x a year! Fully paid medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage...

General Manager

  • Redmond, WA (9 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (9 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 4 days ago

General Manager Job Description General Managers are responsible for meeting studio sales goals, membership renewals and ancillary service goals by pre-planning with strategic new customer...

Cyclebar General Manager- Redmond

  • Redmond, WA (9 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (9 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 7 days ago

A national leader in luxury fitness is looking for amazing talent to join our team and seeking a motivated General Manager to lead our studio to success! This position will be based in the Yorba...

Elementary School Assistant Director of Summer Camp - temporary

  • Clyde Hill, WA (3 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Clyde Hill, WA (3 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Step into a temporary leadership role as an elementary Summer Camp Assistant Director at Chestnut Hill Academy at Bright Horizons, where your positive influence and motivational skills will help...

COUNTRY CLUB SUMMER DREAM JOB ALERT! Day Camp Director Wanted $1,000/week

  • Renton, WA (8 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Renton, WA (8 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 13 days ago

We are looking for a fun, responsible, creative, and dedicated Camp Director at Fairwood Golf & Country Club! As a Camp Director, you will be the go-to person for all things camp! Your job will...

Assistant General Manager, Seattle

  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (5 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Company Description ROLE: High potential Operations Manager with the potential to grow into a General Manager and Multi Manager position OUR STORY: Equinox Group is a high growth collective of the...

General Manager

  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Now Hiring: General Manager Club Pilates/Riser Fitness : Mercer Island, Washington The General Manager will oversee all studio functions from membership & retail sales to instructor performance &...

Summer Camp Manager for Bike Camp!

  • Kenmore, WA (13 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kenmore, WA (13 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Come join the Pedalheads team for Summer! We are looking for Camp Managers who will run our Bike and Trail children’s camps and help create breakthrough, happy dancing, high-fiving, “I did it”...

General Manager - Seattle

  • Bothell, WA (12 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (12 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

. * CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain)....

General Manager/COO: Fairwood GCC

  • Renton, WA (8 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Renton, WA (8 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

General Manager/COO Exempt General and Administrative VP, Operations or Other Department Manager or Director Property Summary: Located in Renton, WA, Fairwood Golf & Country Club boasts a par-71...

Summer Camp Manager

  • Shoreline, WA (13 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shoreline, WA (13 miles from Mercer Island, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

Summer - Bike Camp Manager ----------------------- Come join the Pedalheads team for Summer! We are looking for Camp Managers who will run our Bike and Trail children’s camps and help create...

Demographic Data for Mercer Island, WA

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Mercer Island, WA

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Mercer Island, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
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 Mercer Island, WA
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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