Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Weston, CT

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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Fitness Club General Manager

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

FITNESS CLUB DIRECTOR AT ANYTIME FITNESS Coming Soon to Branford, CT Locations: West Hartford, Glastonbury, Cromwell, Ellington, Somers, Farmington, Granby, Newington, Windsor, Southington,...

Anytime Fitness Manager!

  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (21 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 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...

Assoc. Athletic Director, SA Health & Performance

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Master's degree in athletic training, sports medicine, exercise science, or a related field and a minimum of four years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience...

Gym Team Members! Hiring Now Full Time & Part Time

  • Pleasantville, NY (22 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (22 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 11 days ago

AF is looking for a responsible Gym Attendant Team Members to take care of our Health Clubs; carry out cleaning, maintenance, and office duties. The goal is to keep our gyms exceptionally clean,...

Gym Managers Hiring New Team! SALES!

  • Bedford Hills, NY (16 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (16 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 16 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...

Aquatics Director

  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 18 days ago

Ability to exercise effective independent judgment and sound decision-making. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Essential Functions CORE FUNCTIONS: 1....

Aquatics Director

  • Weston, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • Weston, CT
  • 19 days ago

The Aquatics Director is required to exercise considerable judgment in administering and managing the aquatic programs and is responsible for maintaining and improving upon the efficiency and effectiveness...

General Manager

  • Harrison, NY (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 20 days ago

General Purpose: Directs and oversees all aspects of club or facility including its activities and relationships between guests, associates and community. Has the ultimate responsibility for...

Seasonal/Temporary Spa Director at The Opus, Westchester

  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 22 days ago

Seasonal/Temporary Spa Director at The Opus, Westchester Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 7,524 current hospitality jobs...

Fitness Manager - Stratford

  • Stratford, CT (13 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Stratford, CT (13 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 24 days ago

Take ownership of our Group Exercise offering by developing the class timetable and upskilling the team to deliver....

Seasonal Aquatics Supervisor

  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

WHO WE ARE Since 1922, Westchester Country Club is an exclusive family-oriented private club located in Rye, New York. Westchester Country Club is among the top country clubs and proudly...

Director of Aquatics

  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rye, NY (23 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Director of Aquatics Seasonal Start Date: April 1, 2025 Rye, NY, US Salary Range: $1,000-$2,000 weekly compensation, commensurate with experience __ WHO WE ARE Since 1922, Westchester Country Club...

General Manager

  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • White Plains, NY (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Assoc. Athletic Director, SA Health & Performance Yale University

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 29 days ago

Master's degree in athletic training, sports medicine, exercise science, or a related field and a minimum of four years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience...

Gym Manager Full Time! - Committed Hours ONLY!

  • Bedford Hills, NY (16 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bedford Hills, NY (16 miles from Weston, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Weston, CT

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Weston, CT 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 Weston, CT
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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