Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Palm Harbor, FL

A Sports and Recreation Director oversees the overall operations of sports and recreation programs. This includes planning, directing, and coordinating a wide range of activities and programs for both individuals and groups. They are responsible for creating meaningful recreational experiences, promoting healthy lifestyle options, and ensuring safety and satisfaction for all participants through efficient program management, budgeting, marketing, and staff supervision. They also play a significant role in community outreach and liaison with various stakeholders, including local government, sponsors, and other community organizations.

The role demands a range of essential skills, such as leadership, communication, strategic planning, and budget management. It also requires a solid understanding of sports and recreational programming and an ability to work with diverse populations. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Physical Education, or a related field is typically required, along with several years of experience in recreation or sports management. Key certifications such as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) may also be required or preferred. Prior to becoming a Sports and Recreation Director, an individual might serve in roles such as Recreation Program Coordinator, Sports Program Manager, or Facility Manager.

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Gym Director

Tampa, FL (20 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
1 day ago

Tampa, FL (20 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
1 day ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Bonus based on performance Free uniforms Paid time off Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a...

Assistant General Manager

Saint Petersburg, FL (22 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
16 days ago

Saint Petersburg, FL (22 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
16 days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

General Manager

Tampa, FL (20 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
16 days ago

Tampa, FL (20 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
16 days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Sponsorship Director - Sports Facilities Management

Clearwater, FL (6 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
22 days ago

Clearwater, FL (6 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
22 days ago

SPONSORSHIP DIRECTOR Sports Facilities Management, LLC LOCATION: Clearwater, FL DEPARTMENT: MARKETING REPORTS TO: SVP OF MARKETING STATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT) ABOUT THE COMPANY: The Sports...

General Manager

New Port Richey, FL (11 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
29 days ago

New Port Richey, FL (11 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
29 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...

General Manager - Seven Springs Golf and Country Club

New Port Richey, FL (11 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
30+ days ago

New Port Richey, FL (11 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
30+ days ago

General Manager - Seven Springs Golf and Country Club Seven Springs Golf and Country Club Full Time 707410 Apply Now Share This Job GreatLIFE Golf is one of the largest Golf Course Ownership /...

Physical Education Teacher & Athletic Director

Clearwater, FL (6 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
30+ days ago

Clearwater, FL (6 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
30+ days ago

Guardian Angels Catholic School is seeking a passionate Physical Education Teacher and Athletic Director for the 2025-2026 school year The ideal candidate will foster a love for movement and...

Spa Manager

Palm Harbor, FL
30+ days ago

Palm Harbor, FL
30+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Job...

Assistant Spa Manager Hand & Stone

Palm Harbor, FL
60+ days ago

Palm Harbor, FL
60+ days ago

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

Hand & Stone Assistant Spa Manager

Tampa, FL (20 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
60+ days ago

Tampa, FL (20 miles from Palm Harbor, FL)
60+ days ago

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

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Demographic Data for Palm Harbor, FL

Moving to Palm Harbor, FL? Find some basic demographic data about Palm Harbor, FL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Palm Harbor, FL

Local

National

Total Population

78,211

Number of Businesses

2,297

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Palm Harbor, FL

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 Director positions.

Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Palm Harbor, FL offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

60.2%

Master's Degree

25.7%

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 Directors in Palm Harbor, FL

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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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