Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Mississippi

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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Sr Associate Athletic Director of External Engagement

  • University, MS
  • 22 hours ago
  • University, MS
  • 22 hours ago

The incumbent provides leadership and guidance to staff of these areas and frequently makes decisions by exercising discretion and independent judgment....

Assistant General Manager

  • Southaven, MS
  • 22 hours ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 22 hours ago

Title Assistant General Manager Description The Assistant General Manager will support the General Manager promote an environment of diversity and acceptance while creating a warm welcoming...

Manager Fitness Center

  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 2 days ago

Id : 36641, Title : Manager Fitness Center, Category : Facilities, RequisitionType : General Recruiting, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...553, ExternalPostedStartDate : null, JobLevel : null,...

Manager Fitness Center

  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago

Education: Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Exercise Science or a related field from four-year college or university....

Deputy Athletic Director of Business Strategy & Chief Financial Officer

  • Starkville, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 14 days ago

Position Function: Serves as the Chief Financial Officer enterprise-wide, overseeing all aspects of Mississippi State Athletics finances while providing strategic fiscal analysis, planning, and...

Swimming Pool Manager

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Brief: Description: Duties: Oversee and coordinate day-to-day operations at select swimming pools. Supervise assigned staff, coordinate daily maintenance, swimming programs, collect entry...

Camp Program Director

  • Lexington, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Camp Program Director 626 Oregon Rd, Lexington, MS 39095, USA Req #34431 Tuesday, January 28, 2025 Camp Program Director_E_ALM_711-Camp Department--Overnight Location: Camp Hidden Lake, Lexington,...

Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications

  • Lorman, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lorman, MS
  • 90+ days ago

How to Apply to this Posting How to Apply to this Posting Special Instructions Posting Details Position Information Job Title Associate Athletic Director, Strategic Communications FLSA Status...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Mississippi

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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