Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

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

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Gleannloch Pines Golf Club is a privately-owned semi-private golf club in the heart of booming Spring, Texas. The course is being purchased by a group of long-time industry professionals who own...

General Manager - Lets Play Soccer, Stafford

  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 3 days ago

General Manager - Let's Play Soccer, Stafford 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Stafford, TX 77477 $55K to $65K depending on experience See more about our company here Late evenings and weekends required Are...

General Manager - Let's Play Soccer, Stafford

  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago

$55K to $65K depending on experience See more about our company here Late evenings and weekends required Are you looking for Professional Development Career Advancement A great work environment...

Spa Director - Houston Memorial

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Benefits: Bonus based on performance Dental insurance Health insurance Training & development Job Description: At Hand and Stone, opportunity knocks. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening...

Create and implement efficient and effective communication strategies in partnership with Rice Athletics communications to keep key athletics leadership and head coaches abreast of the latest industry...

Create and implement efficient and effective communication strategies in partnership with Rice Athletics communications to keep key athletics leadership and head coaches abreast of the latest industry...

PT Pooled Aquatics (Head Pool Manager)

  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX (10 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 9 days ago

Duties: Manage swimming pool operations and ensure safety, cleanliness and quality customer service for all City of Pasadena citizens and its guests. Manage assistant pool managers, pool managers,...

P/T Pool Manager

  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 9 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 9 days ago

CLASS CONCEPT Summary: Oversees the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and administration of the aquatic facility. Ensures that all appropriate water, health and safety standards are maintained....

Assistant Spa Manager- Houston Memorial

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 days ago

Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Job Description: A holistic approach to wellness. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is opening a new spa...

Associate Athletic Director, Major Gifts Rice University

  • Houston, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 21 days ago

This position will work directly with the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Development and the Executive Director of Development (Regional), key prospects, the rest of the development team in Athletics...

Associate Athletic Director, Major Gifts

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago

This position will work directly with the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Development and the Executive Director of Development (Regional), key prospects, the rest of the development team in Athletics...

About GolfTRK GolfTRK is an indoor golf training facility built for serious golfers who want to improve their game. Proudly partnered with Trackman, PuttView, and Noonan technologies, we offer a...

Aquatics Supervisor-Family Swim

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 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,...

Snap Fitness Manager

  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Snap Fitness in Richmond, TX is looking for career minded, sales focused membership counselors interested in rapid career growth. We currently have 2 locations and looking to continue our...

Aquatics Supervisor - Programming

  • Cypress, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ 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,...

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Salary for Sports and Recreation General Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports and Recreation General Managers in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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