Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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
  • 5 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 days ago

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

Parks and Recreation Director

  • Faribault, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Faribault, MN
  • 6 days ago

The Parks and Recreation Director provides executive leadership to the Parks and Recreation Department and oversees the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of the parks and...

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
  • 8 days ago
  • West Saint Paul, 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
  • 9 days ago
  • Savage, 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,...

Aquatic Supervisor Programming

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

Athletic Director Winona State University

  • Winona, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Winona, MN
  • 16 days ago

1. Provide leadership in the development, management and administration of the intercollegiate athletics program aligned with the philosophy, mission and vision of Winona State University, NCAA,...

Athletic Director

  • Winona, MN
  • 17 days ago
  • Winona, MN
  • 17 days ago

Winona State University invites you to join our Community of Learners as our Director of Athletics About the Position: The Director of Athletics provides leadership and administrative...

Athletic Director

  • Winona, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • Winona, MN
  • 22 days ago

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: Athletic Director Institution: Winona State University Classification Title: MnSCU...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Paul, 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
  • 26 days ago
  • Minneapolis, 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
  • 28 days ago
  • South St Paul, 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...

Assistant Day Camp Director

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 28 days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 28 days ago

Supervision Exercised None. T he duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed....

Aquatics Director

  • Austin, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Austin, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Lead a team of aquatic professionals to create safe, engaging, and high-quality programs for members of all ages. Job Description POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Edina, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Edina, 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...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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