Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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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Aquatics Supervisor

  • Mashantucket, CT
  • 21 days ago
  • Mashantucket, CT
  • 21 days ago

Pay: $23 per hour The Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for strengthening our lifeguard team through the delivery of superior service and safety. This person will be expected to enhance the...

Aquatics Director

  • Mystic, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mystic, CT
  • 9 hours ago

The Naik Family Branch located in beautiful Mystic, CT is now seeking an Aquatics Director to join our team! Job Description The Aquatics Director is responsible for the overall management and...

Fitness Manager

  • North Haven, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 4 days ago

should have: * Three fitness certifications, including a Certified Personal Training certificate from accrediting bodies such as NASM, NSCA, ACSM, WITS, AFFA, ACE, ISSA, or a bachelor's degree in Exercise...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Ledyard, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Ledyard, CT
  • 4 days ago

Pay: $23 per hour The Aquatics Supervisor is responsible for strengthening our lifeguard team through the delivery of superior service and safety. This person will be expected to enhance the...

Assoc. Athletic Director, SA Health & Performance

  • New Haven, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 4 days ago

Serve as a liaison to mental health and counseling, including the embedded athletics mental health counselor. 3....

General Manager Fitness Club

  • Branford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Branford, CT
  • 5 days ago

FITNESS CLUB DIRECTOR AT ANYTIME FITNESS NEW LOCATION IN BRANFORD, CT Locations: West Hartford, Glastonbury, Cromwell, Ellington, Somers, Farmington, Granby, Newington, Windsor, Southington,...

Athletic Director

  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 16 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 16 days ago

An integral member of the school's leadership team, the Director of Athletics is a full-time, 12 month position that reports to the President....

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...

This position reports to the Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness (SHaW), working in close collaboration with the Department of Athletics....

Fitness Manager - Stratford

  • Stratford, CT
  • 24 days ago
  • Stratford, CT
  • 24 days ago

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

Director of Sports Medicine and Head Team Physician

  • Storrs, CT
  • 25 days ago
  • Storrs, CT
  • 25 days ago

This position reports to the Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness (SHaW), working in close collaboration with the Department of Athletics....

Fitness Manager

  • Berlin, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berlin, CT
  • 45+ days ago

The Fitness Manager (FM) is responsible for ensuring a positive customer experience, both personally and through Coach supervision. FM's are responsible for delivering great member service and...

Assoc. Athletic Director, SA Health & Performance Yale University

  • New Haven, CT
  • 28 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 28 days ago

Serve as a liaison to mental health and counseling, including the embedded athletics mental health counselor. 3....

Director of Sports Medicine and Health Team Physician

  • Storrs, CT
  • 29 days ago
  • Storrs, CT
  • 29 days ago

This position reports to the Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness (SHaW), working in close collaboration with the Department of Athletics....

Athletic Director

  • Southington, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southington, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Athletic Director JobID: 3573 Position Type: Administration/Athletic Director Date Posted: 3/18/2025 Location: District Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 04/17/2025 Attachment(s): Athletic...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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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