Recreation Director Jobs

Explore top-tier opportunities in the dynamic field of recreational services. As a Recreation Director, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all recreation, fitness, and wellness programs. It is an all-encompassing profession that includes coordinating activities, scheduling events, ensuring safety protocols, and managing staff for organizations like parks and recreation departments.

The Path to Success

To pursue a career as a Recreation Director, a bachelor's degree in a related field such as event planning or recreation management is generally required. Success in this field typically requires excellent managerial, leadership, and communication skills.

Opportunities and Reimbursement

Recreation Director job positions are highly competitive and prestigious. By using Ladders, you can connect with top companies offering attractive benefits and compensation starting at $100000 or more.

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$103K - $142K *

Grow your career by empowering our project accounting team to enhance financial management processes. Collaborate closely with creative and operational teams for precise budgeting, forecasting, and re...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$208K - $278K *

Lead the charge in enhancing performance across a portfolio of luxury hotels. Drive operational excellence and inspire teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences while strengthening owner partners...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $136K *

Lead the charge in enhancing VIP experiences by coaching teams, driving sales metrics, and implementing innovative processes to boost revenue and customer engagement while ensuring outstanding service...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence as a strategic leader overseeing property management for a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with teams to implement objectives, enhance customer experiences, and analyze per...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that conducts vital audits and investigations into Medicare fraud. Oversee case evaluations, manage investigation plans, and lead a dedicated team to protect program integrity through rese...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to lead operations at a rapidly scaling workforce accommodations site, driving operational excellence and team performance while ensuring client and guest satisfaction in a complex hos...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Transform operations in a fast-paced workforce accommodation facility, driving excellence in hospitality services, client satisfaction, and team performance while ensuring operational and financial su...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing team at a rapidly expanding workforce accommodations facility, ensuring top-tier hospitality services and client satisfaction with a focus on...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a high-performing team in a fast-growing workforce accommodations facility focused on safety, client satisfaction, and strategic growth across multiple service...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$105K *

Transform regional operations through strategic leadership, ensuring excellence across diverse programs while driving accountability and fostering community partnerships to achieve impactful outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of workforce accommodations by leading operations at a high-capacity facility. Drive growth, ensure guest satisfaction, and maintain safety standards while inspiring a top-performing...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Engage in strategic leadership and hands-on management of a rapidly expanding workforce accommodations operation, ensuring exceptional service and operational excellence while leading a dedicated team...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$84K - $134K *

Lead the charge in implementing the AssetPlanner platform by managing complex projects, ensuring stakeholder engagement, optimizing processes, and delivering measurable results for enterprise clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in Employee Relations for a complex 14-state region, guiding a team of ER Directors. Serve as a strategic partner to senior leaders, ensuring compliance, effective issue resolution, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $163K *

Join our team to lead commissioning efforts as a key project manager, overseeing field operations, coordinating activities, and ensuring project milestones are met with limited supervision, while fost...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Oversee construction projects to ensure timely, safe, and budget-friendly completion. Manage subcontractors, coordinate with stakeholders, and uphold high safety standards while delivering excellent c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Join us to lead complex renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance, safety, and financial success. Manage cross-functional teams from late-stage development through construction and commissioning...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $175K *

Manage district operations to achieve financial, guest, and client satisfaction goals while collaborating with upper management and overseeing talent development initiatives to promote growth and oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $141K *

Drive excellence by unifying strategies, enhancing practices, and improving quality across the YMCA network to support operational success, sustainability, and long-term impact in community-based serv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $125K *

Elevate brands by leading innovative visual strategies and mentoring creative talent. Oversee aesthetic direction for integrated campaigns, ensuring cohesive design that captivates audiences while ali...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $110K *

Lead project activities by coordinating resources and ensuring timely delivery of Public Safety product implementations, enhancing team effectiveness and client satisfaction while managing cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing SDR team focused on outbound prospecting. Drive accountability, enhance cold-calling techniques, and ensure quality pipeline development through strong...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving creative excellence for eCommerce brands. Balance hands-on leadership with team mentoring while optimizing performance across key retail platforms, ensuring high-quality out...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence and stakeholder engagement as a strategic leader overseeing regional wellness and fitness operations, ensuring alignment with business strategies and revenue targets while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K *

Lead the charge in managing a diverse portfolio of hospitality assets, enhancing guest and employee experiences while ensuring financial performance excellence across multiple locations. Travel up to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the responsibilities of a Recreation Director?question toggle

    Recreation Directors are generally in charge of planning and coordinating wellness or fitness programs, managing staff, scheduling events, and ensuring safety standards. Their duties may vary depending on the size of the organization and the nature of its recreational activities.

  • How can I become a Recreation Director?question toggle

    Recreation Directors generally require a bachelor’s degree in fields like event planning, fitness or recreation management. Developing leadership, communication, and planning skills can also be beneficial.

  • What is the average salary for a Recreation Director?question toggle

    Although salaries can vary widely based on location and the size of the company, Ladders offers Recreation Director jobs that begin with compensation of $100000 or more.