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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Athletic Director/Health & PE Teacher

  • Columbia, NC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Columbia, NC
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities - Health & PE Teacher (50%) Responsible for creating a classroom environment that fosters, promotes and develops an understanding of the relationship of healthy body function and exercise...

Spa Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 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...

Aquatics Supervisor - Seasonal Family Swim

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 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,...

Spa Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway Charlotte, NC 28277 244 Room Hotel Managed By Northwood Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

PE Teacher & Athletic Director (Stipend)

  • Yanceyville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Yanceyville, NC
  • 2 days ago

JOB TITLE: Middle School Physical Education Teacher & Athletic Director (Stipend) REPORTS TO: Principal and/or designee SALARY: Based on State and Local Salary Schedule STATUS: 10 months SUMMARY:...

Athletic Director- Western Alamance High School

  • Elon, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Elon, NC
  • 2 days ago

Athletic Director- Western Alamance High School Alamance-Burlington Schools Western Alamance High - Elon, North Carolina This job is also posted in Alamance-Burlington School System, and North...

Aquatics Supervisor - Family Swim

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 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,...

Pool Manager (Holloway)

  • Kinston, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 6 days ago

Responsible for day to day operation of the City's public swimming pools and the Lion's Adventure Water Park. Essential Functions Plan, promote, and organize a comprehensive swim program....

Day Camp Director

  • Kinston, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 6 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....

General Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 7 days ago

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment while pioneering a philosophy of No Judgments....

Associate Athletic Director for Compliance Benefits of Working at UNCW: Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in...

2025-2026 Athletic Director

  • Oxford, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxford, NC
  • 7 days ago

2025-2026 Athletic Director Granville County Schools Northern Granville Middle School - Oxford, North Carolina This job is also posted in Granville County Public Schools, and North Carolina School...

2025-2026 Athletic Director

  • Stem, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Stem, NC
  • 7 days ago

2025-2026 Athletic Director Granville County Schools Granville Central Middle School - Stem, North Carolina This job is also posted in Granville County Public Schools, and North Carolina School...

Associate Athletic Director for Compliance

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 7 days ago

Posting Details Benefits of Working at UNCW: Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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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
25.4%
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 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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