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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In the event there is reasonable cause to believe a violation has occurred, employees will report it in a timely manner to the director of athletics or his/her designee....

Assistant (or Associate) Athletic Director for Compliance

  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago

Associate Athletics Director the position will oversee a comprehensive Division I compliance program within NCAA Bylaws, America East, Hockey East, and University policies and procedures....

Associate Director of Sports Medicine

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

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Assistant General Manager

  • Fall River, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fall River, 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....

Director, Aquatics and Head Swimming and Diving Coach

  • Waltham, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Summary The Director of Aquatics and Head Swimming and Diving Coach will be responsible for overseeing the planning, organization, and management of all aquatic programs and the...

Athletic Director

  • Boylston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boylston, MA
  • 4 days ago

Maintain regular communication with local newspapers and media outlets to share athletic schedules, events, and student-athlete accomplishments, promoting the visibility and success of school athletics...

Athletic Director

  • Milton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 4 days ago

The Director of Athletics shall perform faithfully to the best of his/her ability the duties of the Director of Athletics as outlined below: Understands and accepts the charism and mission of the Sisters...

Summer Day Camp Aquatics Director Wanted!

  • Sagamore, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sagamore, MA
  • 8 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...

Summer Day Camp Director Needed at Salem Country Club

  • Peabody, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Peabody, MA
  • 10 days ago

Hello! I work for KE Camps and I help operate a camp (30-35 children per week, ages 4-10) locally at Salem Country Club and we are looking for a day camp director. Camp will run 6 weeks: Monday-...

Gym Manager

  • Norwood, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Norwood, MA
  • 10 days ago

Club Manager for Anytime Fitness Job Summary The club manager is a passionate individual who seeks to help members and guests improve their lives through health and fitness. This person is...

Fitness Manager

  • Foxboro, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Foxboro, MA
  • 10 days ago

Apply Description Fit Factory is a 6 location health club brand. Fit Factory is a full service health club with a luxury studio experience. We provide an incredible value for a low price point so...

General Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago

Swingers the crazy golf club is looking for a General Manager to join ourteam in Boston! We offerexcellent benefits and annual compensation of $140,000. The benefits: Competitive Salaries...

Summer Day Camp Director Needed for Ipswich Country Club

  • Ipswich, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Ipswich, MA
  • 11 days ago

Hello! I work for KE Camps and I help operate a small camp (20-30 children per week, ages 5-11) locally at Ipswich Country Club and we are looking for a day camp director. Camp will run 7 weeks:...

Summer Day Camp Director Needed For Framingham Country Club

  • Framingham, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 11 days ago

Hello! I work for KE Camps and I help operate a small camp (20-25 children per week, ages 4-10) locally at Framingham Country Club and we are looking for a day camp director. Camp will run 5...

Assistant General Manager

  • Roslindale, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Roslindale, MA
  • 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....

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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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
25.6%
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 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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