General Manager Jobs

A General Manager in the fitness and recreation industry oversees the day-to-day operations of a fitness facility, sports club, or recreation center. Their responsibilities may include managing staff, developing budgets, creating fitness and wellness programs, maintaining equipment, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring the facility meets health and safety standards. They play a vital role in creating a positive and motivating atmosphere, as well as strategically planning for business growth. They also interact with members, handle complaints, and strive to provide exceptional customer service.

Key skills for a General Manager in this industry include leadership, communication, financial planning, and customer service. They should possess knowledge of fitness trends and the ability to implement engaging fitness programs. Ideally, they should hold a degree in Sports Management, Business, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Club Manager (CCM) or Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a General Manager, a person might hold roles such as Fitness Instructor, Sports Coach, or Assistant Manager in a fitness or recreational facility.

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Job Summary: Program Assistant Between May 19, 2025 and August 2, 2025 Join our team at Laurel Ridge Camp, Conference, and Retreat Center as a Program Assistant during Summer Camp.! We’re looking...

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Director at the Travers Island property located...

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Health Director at the Travers Island property...

About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp: The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Aquatics Director at the Travers Island property...

Athletic Director and H/S Teacher of Family & Consumer Sciences

  • River Edge, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • River Edge, NJ
  • 26 days ago

RIVER DELL REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 7-12 School District 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR Available September 1, 2025 Tenure Track Full-Time Positions Athletic Director H/S Teacher of Family & Consumer...

Assistant Director, Aquatics

  • Baraboo, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baraboo, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Pay: $70000 per year - $75000 per year The Assistant Director of Aquatics is responsible for assisting the Director with the overall management and operation of the waterpark, leadership and...

Seasonal Summer Day Camp Director (San Pedro)

  • San Pedro, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Pedro, CA
  • moments ago

Free facility access to our 28 greater Los Angeles centers, including access to our fitness centers, gyms, weight rooms, indoor/outdoor pools, group exercise classes, on-site child care while you workout...

Camp Director

  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 hour ago

The Camp Director is responsible to develop, plan, and administer day camp programs; provide lead worker supervision of part-time staff and volunteers; supervise and manage the recreational...

Assistant Camp Director

  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Moorpark, CA
  • 1 hour ago

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the program supervisor or manager....

Sports Club Director

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

Day-to-Day: Work with the General Manager to create quarterly strategic sales plans. Achieve quarterly and yearly Sports Club goals set forth by the company....

Fitness Manager

  • Brighton, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 2 hours ago

Day-to-Day Work with the General Manager to create quarterly strategic sales plans. Achieve quarterly and yearly fitness revenue goals set forth by the company....

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Auburn, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA
  • 2 hours ago

Overview YGS has update their Aquatics salary schedules! Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and...

General Manager

  • PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • PA
  • 2 hours ago

As a GM in Training, you will partner with the club's current General Manager or Senior General Manager to help with the club's overall direction, coordination, operation, and success....

Athletic Director - West Covina High School

  • West Covina, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Covina, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The following documents must be attached to your online application: Letter of Introduction Resume At least three Letters of Reference less than one year old and one must be from immediate...

Job Summary Job Summary This position under the direction of the high school principal, supervises coaches and athletic programs at the high school level, and serves as an administrator assisting...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

General Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.4%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.1%
High School or GED
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
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 General Managers
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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