General Manager Jobs in Laurel, MD

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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Associate Director for Sports Medicine Morgan State University

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Provide athletic training support to sport(s) practices and home/away games with football or MBB/other as primary responsibility Treatment of ill and/or injured...

Associate Director for Sports Medicine

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Posting Summary Job Title: Associate Director for Sports Medicine Division: Office of the President Department: Athletics Department Work Status: Full Time Position Category: Staff FLSA: Exempt Pay...

Assistant Fitness Director

  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Functions: Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time Schedule and conduct new member orientation, pre-exercise biometrics and goal evaluations Execute exercise programs...

Spa Manager

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Must be able to think independently and develop programs for specific exercise and member/guests needs. Must be able to keep confidences and practice discernment....

General Manager

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 7 days ago

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

General Manager - Sports & Social Bethesda

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 14 days ago

General Manager Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required; 4 year college degree or equivalent with course work in restaurant management, preferred....

Fitness Manager

  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 16 days ago

employees physical, spiritual, and emotionally by supervising and attending to their fitness needs in a friendly, polite, and professional manner Evaluate, correct and instruct residents on proper exercise...

Coppermine Green Valley Pool Manager

  • Owings Mills, MD (23 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (23 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Title Coppermine Green Valley Pool Manager EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,...

SY26 Athletic Director, 12-months, FTE 1.0, Rockville High School, Rockville

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 days ago

Ability to utilize technology to promote and support to operations of a comprehensive high school athletics program....

Spa Director

  • Oxon Hill, MD (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 23 days ago

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking a Spa Director. The Spa Director is responsible for the day-to day operations of the facility to include:...

2025 - 2026 SY PE Teacher and Athletic Director

  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 27 days ago

PE Teacher and Athletic Director Girls Global Academy is a community of dedicated innovators who believe girls matter. Through our daily work, we are committed to actions that equip the next...

General Manager

  • Laurel, MD
  • 28 days ago
  • Laurel, MD
  • 28 days ago

Company: SafeSplash Laurel Position: General Manager Reports To: Director Type: Salary Grade: Dedicated Location Overview: Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives?...

Summer Camp Director

  • Greenbelt, MD (6 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Greenbelt, MD (6 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 29 days ago

Do you enjoy engaging and helping children learn and grow? Are you creative and enjoy being in an outside setting during the summer? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently...

2025 Summer Camp Director

  • Falls Church, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Summer Camp Director $25 per hour Onsite The City of Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department is in search of energetic and fun-loving people for part-time, temporary Summer Camp Director...

Gym Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Paid time off Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Laurel, MD

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Laurel, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
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 General Managers in Laurel, MD
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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