Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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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General Manager(04454) - 4890 Country Club Rd.

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Job Description "You've been working your way up in the restaurant world for awhile. Maybe you even have a little college under your belt on the subject. Whatever the case may...

TPG - General Manager, NCHSAA/NCISAA

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago

occur on weeknights or weekends Requirements Qualifications: Experienced, high-level sales leader with a strong track record of revenue growth at comparable sized partnerships Passion for high school athletics...

Aquatics Director

  • Wilson, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 3 days ago

Strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Job Description The Foundation YMCA is now hiring an Aquatics Director. This is a fantastic...

Assistant Spa Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 6 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Position has responsibility for supervising and coordinating activities of employees delivering spa services, including salon, skin care, program coordination, reservations, reception...

Restaurant General Manager Edison Craft Ales & Kitchen

  • Woodfin, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Woodfin, NC
  • 8 days ago

Overview Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa The AAA Four-Diamond Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa is noted for understated elegance and southern charm; ten U.S. Presidents and countless luminaries from the worlds...

Med Spa Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Capizzi, MD Cosmetic Surgery & Med Spa is a premier surgery practice and medical spa located in Charlotte, NC, known for expertise in breast augmentation and facial procedures....

Athletic Director

  • Monroe, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Monroe, NC
  • 9 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: To manage and coordinate the school district athletic activities and sports programs to promote athletics and physical fitness as positive extra-curricular activities, and to ensure that...

High School Athletic Director/Teacher

  • Statesville, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Statesville, NC
  • 9 days ago

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in athletics....

Restaurant General Manager Edison Craft Ales & Kitchen

  • Asheville, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 9 days ago

Overview Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa The AAA Four-Diamond Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa is noted for understated elegance and southern charm; ten U.S. Presidents and countless luminaries from the worlds...

Assistant Camp Director

  • Graham, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Graham, NC
  • 9 days ago

We are seeking an energetic, responsible, and dedicated Assistant Director to support our high-quality Summer Day Camp Program. Under the direction of the Program Supervisor and Summer Day Camp...

PE/Health Teacher and Athletic Director

  • Greenville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 10 days ago

Hope Middle School is seeking candidates for a combination position Health-PE position and Athletic Director for the 25-26 school year. In the Health-PE position, the candidate will team-teach 6...

High School Athletic Director/Teacher

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 11 days ago

Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in athletics. Position Type:Full-time...

School Athletic Director

  • Salisbury, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Salisbury, NC
  • 13 days ago

The Athletic Director represents the schooL administration in matters pertaining to athletics and may need to vote at meetings at local, conference and state levels....

Day Camp Director

  • Kinston, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 14 days ago

Provides daily guidance and interaction to campers (aged 5-12 years) in the areas of social skills, physical exercise, and arts and crafts....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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