Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

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

  • The Marcus Corporation
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 6 days ago

This award-winning, all-seasons destination features over 746 guest accommodations, the WELL Spa & Salon, two championship golf courses, fitness facilities, a ski hill and terrain park, and 9 unique...

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Founding General Manager Fitness Franchise up to 105,000.00

  • Just Fitness Staffing
  • Madison, WI
  • 19 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 19 days ago

Alloy is a national boutique fitness brand built around small-group personal training. We are a locally owned and operated franchisee....

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Aquatics Director

  • Greater Green Bay YMCA
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 26 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 26 days ago

Maintain daily aquatic facility operations and pool records current....

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Assistant Spa Director

  • The Marcus Corporation
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Geneva, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Position Purpose: Assist the Director with all areas of spa operations. Essential Functions: Oversee the daily management of all spa operations and staff to include therapists, aestheticians, nail...

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Sports Director

  • Allen Media Broadcasting
  • Wausau, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Sports Director Sports Director at WAOW Here's your chance at one of the best sports jobs in the country. You get to cover the Green Bay Packers, The Wisconsin Badgers and some of the best high...

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Camp Program Director

  • YMCA
  • Burlington, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlington, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Empowering Camp Experiences, Building Lifelong Connections - YMCA Camp MacLean is hiring a Camp Program Director! The Camp Program Director coordinates and directs the program use of YMCA Camp...

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Assistant Director Aquatics

  • YMCA
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 60+ days ago

The Assistant Aquatics Director will assist in the recruiting, training, and evaluation of aquatic staff....

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Camp Director- West Suburban

  • YMCA of Greater Waukesha County
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 90+ days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: West Suburban YMCA - Wauwatosa, WI 53226Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $46,500.00 - $48,000.00 SalaryGENERAL FUNCTIONS: This position supports the work of the Y, a...

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Aquatic Supervisor Seasonal

  • City of Janesville Wisconsin
  • Janesville, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 90+ days ago

Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred. Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator Certification preferred or willing to obtain....

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Summer Day Camp Director

  • KE Camps
  • Racine, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 90+ days ago

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports and Recreation General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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