Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Pool Manager

  • West Springfield, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • West Springfield, MA
  • 22 hours ago

Pool Manager The West Springfield Park & Recreation Department seeks qualified individuals to fill Pool Manager positions for the Town of West Springfield's two outdoor public pools, Alice...

Assistant Director of Camp Rainbow

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) creates and coordinates services that enhance the quality of life for Cambridge residents. Driven by the needs of residents,...

Director of Sports Medicine - Clark University Clark University

  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago

Develop overall sports medicine program for the University, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, and educational programs...

Experience with therapeutic exercise and manual therapy techniques. A passion for working in a diverse environment and contributing to an inclusive workplace....

Assistant General Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

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

Pool Manager

  • Longmeadow, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Longmeadow, MA
  • 2 days ago

The Pool Manager will ensure safe daily operation of the facility, smooth pool operations including staff management, implementation and supervision of all aspects of daily group and private swim...

Athletic Director

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. Good communication skills. Experience in coordinating community recreational programs....

Gym Manager- Grafton, MA

  • Grafton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 2 days ago

Anytime Fitness Gym Manager- Grafton, MA in Grafton , Massachusetts Club Manager for Anytime Fitness Grafton, MA Job Summary The club manager is a passionate individual who seeks to help members...

Fitness Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

Salary Range: $80-82k with 40% commission on personal training sessions + up to $4k annual bonus for top performance Site Address: Boston, MA at the vibrant 100 Summer Street Reports to: Our...

Description Five Iron Golf is the country's premier indoor golf and entertainment experience, with 26 locations nationwide and more on the way. Five Iron Golf's core mission is to seamlessly meld...

Assistant General Manager

  • Worcester, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 7 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....

Fitness Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 8 days ago

climbing stairs (where applicable), repetitive squatting, bending and lifting, restacking of weights, moving of equipment as necessary, standing for long periods of time, and ability to demonstrate other exercise...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Boylston, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Boylston, MA
  • 9 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

  • Worcester, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 11 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....

Fitness Manager

  • Somerville, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 12 days ago

climbing stairs (where applicable), repetitive squatting, bending and lifting, restacking of weights, moving of equipment as necessary, standing for long periods of time, and ability to demonstrate other exercise...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Massachusetts 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 Sports and Recreation Directors in Massachusetts
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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