Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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 Manager

  • Middleburg Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middleburg Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 1 day ago

The Fitness Manager (FM) is responsible for ensuring a positive customer experience, both personally and through Coach supervision. FM's are responsible for delivering great member service and...

Gym manager/Coach

  • Highland Heights, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Highland Heights, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Training & development Join Our Fun & Rewarding Team as a Gymnastics Coach at The...

Golf Services Manager

  • Avon, OH (17 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Avon, OH (17 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago

How You'll Do It + Supervise the team in providing best-in-class service + Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement + Uphold operating standards and drive Guest safety and...

Membership and Account Manager - Fitness Center

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 9 days ago

Company: Kelly Services Location: Cleveland, OH Career Level: Mid-Senior Level Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board Description Fitness Center - Membership and Account and...

Membership and Account Manager - Fitness Center

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 10 days ago

Fitness Center Membership and Account and Membership Kelly Services is seeking a Membership and Account Manager for the Fitness Center at a prestigious University in the city of Cleveland, Ohio....

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Solon, OH (15 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Solon, OH (15 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 29 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...

Spa Manager

  • Parma, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Parma, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Paid time off Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Flexible schedule Qualifications Have a great personality and excellent interpersonal skills! Are a...

Gym Director

  • Strongsville, OH (14 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Strongsville, OH (14 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Lifes too short to not work someplace awesome! If you have tons of energy, love kids, and are looking for a way to give back to your community, you may be the person we are looking for! Why is The...

Aquatics Supervisor-Family Swim

  • Westlake, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westlake, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ 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,...

Assistant Parks and Recreation Director

  • Twinsburg, OH (18 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Twinsburg, OH (18 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Must be able to provide life-saving assistance such as CPR and exercise good judgment during emergency situations....

Enterprise Center Director, Sports Medicine

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 90+ days ago

Cleveland Clinic is recruiting an Enterprise Center Director of Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery. This position will hold a pivotal leadership role within the organization, overseeing clinical...

Demographic Data for Cleveland, OH

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH
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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