Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Golden Valley, MN

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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Fitness Director

  • Eden Prairie, MN (4 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (4 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Certification in American Council of Exercise (ACE), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or related groups is required....

Director, Sports and Entertainment Sales

  • St Louis Park, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • St Louis Park, MN
  • 7 days ago

Director, Sports and Entertainment Sales Who are we looking for? Choice Hotels, one of the worlds largest lodging franchisors, has an exciting new opportunity as our Director, Sports and...

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Aquatics Supervisor - Summer

  • West Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 8 days ago

The YMCA is seeking a Full Time Seasonal/Summer Aquatics Supervisor for the West St. Paul outdoor pool, May through August. Qualified candidates will be 18+, Lifeguard certified and have...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Savage, MN (13 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Savage, MN (13 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 9 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,...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 25 days ago

Do you have a passion for aquatics and pool safety? Have you worked as an aquatics lifeguard or swim instructor for at least 6 months? The Aquatics Supervisor delivers aquatics programming to...

Gym Manager-in-Training

  • Minneapolis, MN (4 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (4 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 26 days ago

Anytime Fitness Gym Manager-in-Training in Minneapolis , Minnesota Job Summary If you're enthusiastic about fitness and helping others, this is the career for you! The manager at Anytime Fitness...

Seasonal Lead Lifeguard (Asst. Pool Manager)

  • South St Paul, MN (15 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 28 days ago
  • South St Paul, MN (15 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 28 days ago

Lifeguards perform routine to skilled technical work monitoring pool patrons and activities to ensure a safe and fun environment for participants. The Lead Lifeguard (Asst. Pool Manager) is...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Edina, MN (2 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Edina, MN (2 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 45+ 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...

Assistant Gym Director

  • Eagan, MN (10 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Eagan, MN (10 miles from Golden Valley, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Flexible schedule Training & development 401(k) matching Opportunity for advancement Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy,...

Demographic Data for Golden Valley, MN

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Golden Valley, MN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Golden Valley, MN 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 Golden Valley, MN
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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