Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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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High School Athletic Director

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

Reports To: Typically reports to the High School Principal and/or the District Director of Athletics....

Join Us as a Day Camp Director for an Unforgettable Summer!

  • Mandeville, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 8 days ago

KE Camps is a leading provider of country club summer day camps for children aged 4-12. With locations nationwide, we offer a fun-filled environment where campers explore new activities, build...

Director of Sports

  • Covington, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 10 days ago

Company Overview Special Olympics Louisiana transforms lives through the power of sports. As part of the world's largest organization for people with intellectual disabilities, we provide...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • LA
  • 24 days ago
  • LA
  • 24 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,...

Day Camp Director

  • Kenner, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 30+ days ago

THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT**** To supervise Day Camp Staff, Campers and activities at Kenner Parks and Recreation Day...

Assistant General Manager - Claim Jumper

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Golden Nugget Lake Charles is a luxury casino-resort that opened in December 2014. The property contains nearly 1,100 well-appointed hotel rooms and suites with private balconies...

Assistant H2o Pool Manager - Hourly

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Golden Nugget Lake Charles is a luxury casino-resort that opened in December 2014. The property contains nearly 1,100 well-appointed hotel rooms and suites with private balconies...

Director of Sports Nutrition

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 90+ days ago

The Director oversees all aspects of the Sports Nutrition program for Tulane Athletics and serves as the primary sports dietician....

Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety Education

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 90+ days ago

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated). If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Kenner, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFitnessAndRec research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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