Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Monroe, NY

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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Anytime Fitness Manager!

  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Do Not Contact the Clubs* Our growing Anytime Fitness clubs in Westchester County are adding to the Team the best-of-the-best Gym Managers and Personal Trainers/Coaches. Part Time, or Full Time...

Assistant General Manager

  • Middletown, NY (17 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, NY (17 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 2 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....

Spa Manager

  • Monroe, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Monroe, NY
  • 14 days ago

At Hand and Stone, opportunity knocks. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a new spa in Monroe, NY located in Orange County! We are growing rapidly and have become an addition to an...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Monroe, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Monroe, NY
  • 14 days ago

At Hand and Stone, opportunity knocks. We are currently seeking an energetic and reliable Assistant Spa Manager to help us open our New Spa in Monroe, NY in Orange County coming soon at the end of...

Assistant Camp Director, Children Program Coordinator

  • West Nyack, NY (19 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • West Nyack, NY (19 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Principal Responsibilities: The Assistant Camp Director, Children Program Coordinator is responsible for the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the JCC's youth and children's...

Asst Camp Director-Camp

  • Hamburg, NJ (22 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hamburg, NJ (22 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Asst Camp Director-Camp Sussex County YMCA, 15 WITS END DR, HAMBURG, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1717 Thursday, March 20, 2025 We are an all - inclusive organization joined together...

Gym Manager Full TimeQ - Committed Hours ONLY

  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Anytime Fitness Gym Manager Full TimeQ - Committed Hours ONLY in Yorktown Heights , New York Do Not Contact the Clubs Our growing Anytime Fitness clubs in Westchester County are adding to the Team...

Assistant Manager / Assistant Director / Fitness Director / Trainer

  • Waldwick, NJ (21 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Waldwick, NJ (21 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Wellness...

General Manager

  • Chappaqua, NY (24 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chappaqua, NY (24 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Summary Life Time champions a healthy and happy life for its members. As the nation's only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time delivers an unmatched athletic resort experience and...

General Manager

  • Garnerville, NY (13 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Garnerville, NY (13 miles from Monroe, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

New York Sports Club and our family of brands is a long-standing, dynamic fitness club brand with locations in the Northeast. We consider ourselves your local neighborhood gym! It is our goal to...

Demographic Data for Monroe, NY

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Salary for Sports and Recreation Director Jobs in Monroe, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation Directors in Monroe, NY 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 Monroe, NY
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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