Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Associate Director for Sports Medicine Morgan State University

Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
2 days ago

Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
2 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Provide athletic training support to sport(s) practices and home/away games with football or MBB/other as primary responsibility Treatment of ill and/or injured...

Associate Director for Sports Medicine

Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
2 days ago

Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
2 days ago

Posting Summary Job Title: Associate Director for Sports Medicine Division: Office of the President Department: Athletics Department Work Status: Full Time Position Category: Staff FLSA: Exempt...

Fitness Manager

Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
3 days ago

Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
3 days ago

Core Values: Live the Brand Be Tenacious Be a Team Player Qualifications A related University degree (in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology) or equivalent experience is strongly preferred...

Assistant Fitness Director

Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
4 days ago

Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
4 days ago

Essential Functions: Deliver the Ultimate Fitness Experience to every member, every time Schedule and conduct new member orientation, pre-exercise biometrics and goal evaluations Execute exercise programs...

General Manager

Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
8 days ago

Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
8 days ago

Position Summary Life Time champions a healthy and happy life for its members. As the nations only Healthy Way of Life brand, Life Time delivers an unmatched athletic resort experience and...

General Manager - Sports & Social Bethesda

Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
14 days ago

Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
14 days ago

Sports & Social Bethesda is a one-of-a-kind sports bar and social lounge located in the Pike & Rose Development. The 7,700-square-foot location will have plenty of TV screens for fans to watch...

Fitness Manager

Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
17 days ago

Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
17 days ago

employees physical, spiritual, and emotionally by supervising and attending to their fitness needs in a friendly, polite, and professional manner Evaluate, correct and instruct residents on proper exercise...

Coppermine Green Valley Pool Manager

Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
17 days ago

Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
17 days ago

Title Coppermine Green Valley Pool Manager EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,...

SY26 Athletic Director, 12-months, FTE 1.0, Rockville High School, Rockville

Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
21 days ago

Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
21 days ago

SY26 Athletic Director, 12-months, FTE 1.0, Rockville High School, Rockville (2500228) Job Description SY26 Athletic Director, 12-months, FTE 1.0, Rockville High School, Rockville Job Specific...

2025 - 2026 SY PE Teacher and Athletic Director

Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
27 days ago

Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
27 days ago

PE Teacher and Athletic Director Girls Global Academy is a community of dedicated innovators who believe girls matter. Through our daily work, we are committed to actions that equip the next...

General Manager

Laurel, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
29 days ago

Laurel, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
29 days ago

Company: SafeSplash Laurel Position: General Manager Reports To: Director Type: Salary Grade: Dedicated Location Overview: Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? We...

Summer Camp Director

Greenbelt, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
30+ days ago

Greenbelt, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
30+ days ago

Do you enjoy engaging and helping children learn and grow? Are you creative and enjoy being in an outside setting during the summer? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently...

Gym Director

Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
60+ days ago

Gaithersburg, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
60+ days ago

Benefits: Competitive salary Employee discounts Flexible schedule Paid time off Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to...

Summer Day Camp Director

Severna Park, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
60+ days ago

Severna Park, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
60+ 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...

Fitness Manager

Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
60+ days ago

Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
60+ days ago

climbing stairs (where applicable), repetitive squatting, bending and lifting, restacking of weights, moving of equipment as necessary, standing for long periods of time, and ability to demonstrate other exercise...

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Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Columbia, MD

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Total Population

99,628

Number of Businesses

3,682

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD

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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