General Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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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Sales Director, Sports

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Description A fantastic opportunity now exists to join the LiveU Sports Team! Due to tremendous growth of the company, we are searching for a hard-working, driven candidate to join our already...

Fitness Manager

  • Howell, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Howell, NJ
  • 1 day ago

At Retro Fitness, "Get Real" is our promise of offering an honest, simple, non-intimidating approach to helping our community achieve their fitness goals. The Fitness Manager will ensure that...

General Manager/Facility Manager

  • Freehold, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Freehold, NJ
  • 1 day ago

The General Manager will also exercise discretion of and independent judgement with respect to matters of significance within the Retro Fitness Outlet....

Athletic Director

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Judgment and Integrity: Exercise excellent judgment, maintain high ethical standards, and uphold scholar confidentiality....

Assistant Camp Director - East Orange YMCA

  • East Orange, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Camp Director - East Orange YMCA East Orange YMCA, 100 N ARLINGTON AVE, EAST ORANGE, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1660 Wednesday, April 9, 2025 We are an all - inclusive...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Paramus, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 10 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...

General Manager

  • Marlboro, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Are you a potential Club General Manager and ready to leave average in the past? Be a part of one of the greatest growth stories ever told in the fitness industry....

Senior Associate Athletic Director, Compliance & Internal Operations

  • Lawrenceville, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Lawrenceville, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required Master's degree preferred 5 to 10 years of experience in athletics administration/compliance....

Director of Sports Medicine

  • West Long Branch, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • West Long Branch, NJ
  • 18 days ago

Monmouth University Director of Sports Medicine Department: Athletics Position Summary: Monmouth University is seeking applications for a Director of Sports Medicine within the Department of Athletics...

Assistant General Manager of Production Operations

  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ
  • 22 days ago

We are seeking an Assistant General Manager of Farm Operations Production who will work alongside and support the General Manager in managing daily operations of our high-tech indoor vertical farm....

General Manager

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 22 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 22 days ago

WE ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING A $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR FULL-TIME GENERAL MANAGERS (36+ HOURS TO QUALIFY) We are hiring a full time General Manager....

Spa Manager

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Flemington, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Flemington, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a new spa in Hand & Stone - Flemington! We are growing rapidly and have become an addition to an...

Assistant Camp Director - Resident Camp

  • New Milford, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Milford, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Camp Director - Resident Camp Greater Bergen County YMCA, 1092 Carnation Drive, New Milford, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1743 Monday, April 7, 2025 We are an all -...

Assistant Camp Director-SOMapy

  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Camp Director-SOMapy South Mountain YMCA, 13 JEFFERSON AVE, MAPLEWOOD, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1727 Monday, April 7, 2025 We are an all - inclusive organization joined...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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