Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Laurel, 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.

1-15 of 27 Jobs

Associate Director for Sports Medicine Morgan State University

  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 1 day 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 (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (19 miles from Laurel, 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 Pay...

Assistant Fitness Director

  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, 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...

Spa Manager

  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Must be able to think independently and develop programs for specific exercise and member/guests needs. Must be able to keep confidences and practice discernment....

General Manager

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Laurel, 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 (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, 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 (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (14 miles from Laurel, 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 (23 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (23 miles from Laurel, 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 (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 21 days ago

Ability to utilize technology to promote and support to operations of a comprehensive high school athletics program....

Spa Director

  • Oxon Hill, MD (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 23 days ago

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking a Spa Director. The Spa Director is responsible for the day-to day operations of the facility to include:...

2025 - 2026 SY PE Teacher and Athletic Director

  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 27 days ago
  • Washington, DC (16 miles from Laurel, 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
  • 29 days ago
  • Laurel, 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 (6 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenbelt, MD (6 miles from Laurel, 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...

2025 Summer Camp Director

  • Falls Church, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (21 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Summer Camp Director $25 per hour Onsite The City of Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department is in search of energetic and fun-loving people for part-time, temporary Summer Camp Director...

Gym Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Laurel, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (19 miles from Laurel, 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...

Demographic Data for Laurel, MD

Moving to Laurel, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Laurel, MD below.


Local
National
120,050
2,276
Medium/Lg

Sports and Recreation General Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireFitnessAndRec curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Success, Community, and his cameo in Parks & Recreation
There's a common misconception that artists have a monopoly on creativity But the very act of making waves - no matter the career - is a creative one. The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show is an exploration...
Sports Management Fundamental
Sports management is the field of business dealing with sports and recreation. Sports management involves any combination of skills that correspond with planning, organizing, directing,...
Sport Management Micro-credential
The sport management micro-credential is for individuals who desire administrative and management careers in the sport and recreation industry. The credential will provide you with a broad...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


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

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports and Recreation General Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Laurel, 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 Laurel, 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Sports and Recreation General Manager Related Career Advice Articles

smiling fitness instructor holding a clipboard in a gym
9 Essential Skills for a Successful Fitness Instructor Career

Discover the essential skills and qualities needed for a successful fitness instructor career, from communication and creativity to adaptability and empathy.

Read article »