Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Naperville, IL

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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District Group Fitness Manager

  • Mount Prospect, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (22 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking to combine work, fitness and fun? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead and inspire people? Are you energetic, and enthusiastic about helping people meet their fitness goals?...

Cyclebar General Manager-OPRF

  • River Forest, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • River Forest, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Cyclebar General Manager-OPRF Company: Xponential Fitness Location: River Forest, IL Date Posted: 4/8/25, 11:01 PM A national leader in luxury fitness is looking for amazing talent to join our...

25-26 SY - Part time Athletic Director - St. Francis Xavier - LaGrange - VIC. V

  • La Grange, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Develop annual athletics department budget; review and control expenditures from athletics accounts, and manage accounting related to concessions....

Assistant General Manager IL-Glen Ellyn -60137 03-21-25

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (7 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (7 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Assistant General Manager Glen Ellyn Assistant General Manager FULL TIME GLEN ELLYN Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company parties Competitive salary Employee...

General Manager

  • Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Anytime Fitness General Manager in Wheaton , Illinois At Anytime Fitness, our mission is to Make Healthy Happen! We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for helping others...

Athletic Director Assistant

  • Minooka, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Minooka, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 29 days ago

Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Minooka Community High School District 111 District:   Minooka High School District 111    *Supports the Athletic...

Assistant Camp Director

  • Naperville, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Posting Number: S000880 Position Title: Assistant Camp Director Department: Conference Services, Camps Division: Business Affairs Supervisor Title: Assistant Director of Conference Services and...

Assistant Camp Director (La Grange)

  • La Grange, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Grange, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to change the world! With over 70 diverse communities served and hundreds of...

Assistant Camp Director (Oak Park/ River Forest)

  • River Forest, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • River Forest, IL (18 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to change the world! With over 70 diverse communities served and hundreds of...

Assistant Camp Director (Wheaton)

  • Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Galileo is a nationally recognized summer day camp that's all about empowering young innovators to change the world! With over 70 diverse communities served and hundreds of...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ 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...

General Manager(02880) - 641 West Golf Road

  • Des Plaines, IL (23 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (23 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

You've been working your way up in the restaurant world for awhile. Maybe you even have a little college under your belt on the subject. Whatever the case may be, you know you want to manage a...

Athletic Director

  • Plainfield, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (14 miles from Naperville, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

and activities Evaluate teachers, coaches, programs and events Knowledgeable in all areas of athletics and the IHSA Qualifications: State of Illinois Professional Educator License registered in Will...

Demographic Data for Naperville, IL

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Naperville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Naperville, IL 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 Naperville, IL
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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