Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Kansas

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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Assist HS Principal/MS HS Athletic Director Job description Purpose: The Assist HS Principal/MS HS Athletic Director provides professional leadership in organizing, administering, supervising, and...

Wellsville USD 289 www.wellsville-usd289.org Interested applicants please apply on our website www.wellsville-usd289.org Benefits Information Employee Only Single Health Insurance policy, matching...

General Manager

  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago

Bachelor's degree (in exercise science related field is preferred but not required)....

7-12 Activities Director/Asst. Principal-Cimarron

  • Cimarron, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Cimarron, KS
  • 2 days ago

7-12 Activities Director/Asst. Principal-Cimarron Cimarron-Ensign USD 102 www.cimarronschools.net/ USD 102 is accepting applications for High School Principal. The building has students in grades...

Assistant Gym Director

  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 8 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Assistant Gym Director The Little Gym Lifes too short for a boring job! If youve got...

Athletic Director

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 8 days ago

Athletic Director Sacred Heart Cathedral Catholic School USD 801 dodgecitycathedral.com/school Imagine being a part of a school that prides itself on developing the whole child - body, mind and...

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR (Free State High School)

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 10 days ago

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR (Free State High School) Lawrence Public Schools USD 497 www.usd497.org/ Assistant Principal/Athletic Director (Free State High School) Reports to: Principal...

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director at Sedgwick Junior/Senior High School Sedgwick USD 439 www.usd439.com Assists with the administration and education leadership at assigned school; enforces...

Secondary(9-12) Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

  • Riley, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Riley, KS
  • 13 days ago

Riley County USD 378 www.usd378.org Riley County USD #378 is seeking applications for a Secondary(9-12) Assistant Principal/Athletic Director for the 2025-26 school year. Qualifications: Applicant...

7th-8th Grade Assistant Principal/Athletic Director--Circle Middle School Circle USD 375 www.usd375.org 7th-8th GradeAdministrator position at Circle USD 375 for the 2025-2026 school year. "Highly...

Chetopa Head Football Coach, Athletic Director & Summer Weights

  • Chetopa, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Chetopa, KS
  • 13 days ago

Chetopa Head Football Coach, Athletic Director & Summer Weights Chetopa - St. Paul USD 505 www.usd505.org Manage all appropriate duties on the Chetopa Campus. Salary Information Supplementals...

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal

  • Lyons, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Lyons, KS
  • 13 days ago

Athletic Director/Assistant Principal Lyons USD 405 www.usd405.com Job Description - Assistant Principal & Athletic Director Title: Assistant Principal & Athletic Director Reports to: High School...

2025-2026 District Athletic Director

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 13 days ago

2025-2026 District Athletic Director Dodge City USD 443 www.usd443.org Purpose: The District Athletic Director (AD) for grades 7-12 provides visionary leadership for the district's athletic...

High School Athletic Director

  • Kismet, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Kismet, KS
  • 13 days ago

High School Athletic Director Kismet-Plains USD 483 www.usd483.net Southwestern Heights is offering an Athletic Director and Assistant Athletic Director position for the 2025-2026 school year. The...

Activities Director

  • Pittsburg, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Pittsburg, KS
  • 13 days ago

Pittsburg USD 250 www.usd250.org Pittsburg High School Activities Director Pittsburg Community Schools seeks a High School Activites Director for the 25/26 Calendar Year: Purpose: The Activities...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Kansas

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.4%
Associate's Degree
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.1%
High School or GED
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
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 Kansas
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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