Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Parker, CO

A Sports and Recreation General Manager is responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of a sports or fitness facility. These include managing staff, developing and implementing budgets, maintaining the facility, planning programs and activities, ensuring customer satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. They play a crucial role in the success of the facility by creating a welcoming and safe environment for members, promoting health and fitness, and ensuring the business runs effectively and efficiently.

The role requires a combination of business acumen, people management skills, and a passion for health and fitness. A bachelor's degree in sports management, business administration, or a related field is typically required. Certifications such as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Sports Management Professional (CSMP) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a General Manager, an individual may have roles such as a Recreation Coordinator, Fitness Center Manager, or Sports Facility Manager. These roles provide experience in the operational aspects of a facility, as well as staff management and customer service.

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Pool Manager

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Invite a friend About this Opportunity! Pool Manager Part-Time Medical Benefits Eligible Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open. This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific...

General Manager - Floater

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 2 days ago

FULL-TIME Full-time LOCATION 7600 Academy Blvd Denver CO 80230 ABOUT US Celebrating over 40 years as an industry leader, 24 Hour Fitness is committed to creating a healthier, happier world through...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

General Manager

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 4 days ago

Overview: Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? As General Manager, you will lead a diverse team, manage 4-wall swim school operations, and increase sales through...

Recreation Program Supervisor - Aquatics

  • Aurora, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (17 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 9 days ago

Education : Bachelor's degree in recreation, exercise science or a field related Experience : At least 5 years of experience progressively responsible experience in recreation / fitness field At least...

Spa Director

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 12 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Pool Manager (PT)

  • Parker, CO
  • 15 days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 15 days ago

Under general supervision, this position provides shift-based supervision to assigned staff at an outdoor swimming pool. T his position engages in active patron, facility, and pool surveillance...

Assistant General Manager

  • Lone Tree, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lone Tree, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 16 days ago

As a UFC Gym brand ambassador, the Assistant General Manager (AGM) represents UFC Gym and ensures Membership Specialists (MS) provide a welcoming, informative, differentiated, high energy, and...

Aquatics Supervisor-Family Swim

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 17 days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 17 days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

Assistant Pool Manager for Outdoor Pools

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

This is a safety-sensitive position, exercising a high degree of discretion, trust, and confidence responsible for administrative, supervisory, and professional work in the operation and maintenance...

Outdoor Pool Manager

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Invite a friend About this Opportunity! Outdoor Pool Manager Part-Time Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be...

Director of Spa and Fitness

  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

Why us? Position salary range: $90,000-$100,000 anually Job Close Date: March 22, 2025 or until filled Welcome to the Oxford Club & Spa! We pride ourselves in our unparalleled service to our...

Gym Director

  • Castle Rock, CO (13 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO (13 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are Disney world happy and looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are...

Pool Manager

  • Parker, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Parker, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Job Title: Pool Manager Department: Athletics / Fitness Reports to : General Manager/Asst....

Day Camp Director

  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Centennial, CO (9 miles from Parker, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Day Camp Director Part-Time Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open. This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis....

Demographic Data for Parker, CO

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Parker, CO

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Parker, CO 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 General Managers in Parker, CO
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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